The Certificate of Clinical Competence, known as "C3" or "C-cube," is an exam designed to assess students on the skills they have acquired through clinical rotations and simulation-based training.
What is C3?
Our students receive a comprehensive education designed to help them acquire knowledge and skills. To validate the acquisition of the skills necessary for the future medical profession, the Montpellier-Nîmes Faculty of Medicine has established the C3. This exam assesses the skills that fifth- and sixth-year medical students (DFASM 2 and 3) have acquired during clinical rotations and in simulation labs.
How are students evaluated?
During this assessment, students are evaluated on their ability to provide an accurate diagnosis, their clinical techniques, and theircommunication skillswith patients. Delivering news of a serious illness or examining an infant requires specific knowledge and precise procedures. The C3 allows for the observation of all these aspects using high-fidelity simulation manikins, examiners playing the role of patients, and even with the collaboration of practicing nurses.
In addition to serving as an assessment for students, this exam is also a means of learning and improving. Rather than answering questions on paper, students have the opportunity to discuss and debrief with the examiners. This feedback gives them a clear picture of their skill level, strengths, and weaknesses, with the goal of continuous improvement. The School of Medicine is the only school to have implemented both a mock exam and a certification exam.
How does it work?
This exam places significant demands on the Faculty of Medicine in terms of both material and human resources. On the one hand, the facilities must be specially adapted to accommodate the exam, both on the Montpellier campus and the Nîmes campus. On the other hand, a large number of supervisors and examiners are needed to ensure that the exam runs smoothly.
Some medical schools that need to implement this innovative type of exam as part of the reform ofgraduate medical education have already visited us to observe how we operate. This type of exam has also been implemented in Toulouse, and the rollout of the C3 at the Montpellier-Nîmes medical school is being carried out with a view to standardizing the system across the Occitanie region.
To get a clear idea of how the C3 works, watch the video below.
On February 29, the exhibition “Art & Anatomy: Crossed Perspectives,” a joint presentation by the Fabre Museumand the Atger Museum at the Faculty of Medicine, will open. This is an opportunity for everyone to discover a wide range of works that blend art and anatomy.
Update 10/29/20: Closure of the exhibition at the Atger Museum
After being extended at the Musée Fabre over the summer, it’s now the Musée Atger’s turn to reopen its doors to the public so visitors can (re)discover this wonderful exhibition. Don’t miss it!
The Atger Museum is open for this exhibition Monday through Saturday from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., from August 31 to October 31.
>> The Atger Museum is located within the historic building of the Faculty of Medicine, 2 Rue de l’École de Médecine – 34000 MONTPELLIER.
–> Update 10/29/20: Due to government announcements, the exhibition, which was originally scheduled to run through October 31, will end on the evening of October 29.
Two museums, one theme
“The exhibition, created especially for this occasion, presents a unique dialogue between art and anatomy, allowing visitors to view the human body as an inexhaustible source of knowledge and artistic inspiration.”
Philippe Saurel, Mayor of Montpellier and President of Montpellier Méditerranée Métropole.
From the circle of Giovanni Battista Piazzetta, Head of a Young Woman, 18th century, Montpellier, Musée Fabre, 864.2.174 (c) Musée Fabre Montpellier Méditerranée Métropole; photographs by Frédéric Jaulmes • Reproduction prohibited without permission
With the exhibition “Art & Anatomy: Crossed Perspectives,” you can explore, across two venues, previously unseen scientific and artistic drawings that have helped students study the human body over the centuries. Markingthe firstcollaboration between the two museums, this exhibition offers a glimpse into works deeply rooted in Montpellier’s history and its scientific legacy. This exhibition will allow visitors to better understand the city’s prestigious past and its connection to medicine and medical education.
“The Fabre Museum, the Historical Library of the Faculty of Medicine, and the Atger Museum have brought together a remarkable collection of works to help us explore the many connections between art and anatomy.”
Michel Mondain, Dean of the Montpellier-Nîmes School of Medicine.
Two complementary perspectives
At the Fabre Museum, you’ll find, among other things, a collection of old treatises on anatomy and academic studies depicting the human body, drawn from the collection of the donor Xavier Atger (1758–1833). The large male nudes by François-Xavier Fabre and works by Jean-Antoine Houdon are also on display Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with admission starting at €5.
At the Atger Museum, the interdisciplinary exhibition *Art and Anatomy* highlights a major theme in the Faculty of Medicine’s collection—and indeed in the history of art—namely the portrait and the depiction of the human face. Facial expressions as seen through the eyes of artists from the 16th to the 20th centuries will take center stage. The museum will be open Monday through Saturday from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Admission is free, and guided tours can be booked for groups of at least 8 people for €7 per person.
The long history of the Montpellier-Nîmes School of Medicine is a source of inspiration. To celebrate its 800th anniversary, we invite you to join us on Thursday, February 27, starting at 5:00 p .m. , for a literary evening.
One venue, two events
This literary evening will take place in the Glafira Ziegelmann Amphitheater, which will be inaugurated for the occasion. The venue was not chosen at random; the story of this woman—Montpellier’s first female resident and the first woman eligible to take the medical certification exam—is one of the events that have left their mark on the Faculty of Medicine. Members of her family will also be present for the occasion, a poetic way of connecting the past and the future.
Presentations, discussions, and book signings
The evening will then continue, hosted by Dr. Etienne Cuenant, with the presentation of six books related to the history of the Faculty of Medicine. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of the seven authors in attendance and then participate in a book-signing session.
The first book, written by Professor François Bonnel, *The Montpellier Anatomy Museum: A Historical Heritage* ( published by Éditions Sauramps Médical ), will be available in April 2020 for €59. In this book, Professor Bonnel presents and describes the 4,500 anatomical specimens preserved at the Anatomy Museum from 1794 to 1930. The experience doesn’t end there, as a virtual tour is included.
Professor Jean-Pierre Dedet will present his book *Teaching Medicine in Montpellier: A 900-Year-Long Story. The Oldest School of Medicine in the Western World,” also published by Éditions Sauramps Médical, available in English in February 2020 and in French in May 2020 for €35. Hereyouwill find the history of the Faculty of Medicine since its founding, which has continued to operate throughout the centuries, even during the darkest hours of history.
Jean-Luc Fabre will present two of his novels: *La prophétie de Guilhem de Montpellier*, available in May 2020 , and *La Vénitienne des pénitents blancs*, published in November 2017 by Éditions Privat, each priced at €20. The first book recounts, in fictionalized form, the history of the city’s founding and the arrival of the first doctors and money changers. The second story brings to life the leading figures of the Faculty of Medicine and the Academy of Sciences and Letters of Montpellier in the early 18th century.
Written by Caroline Fabre-Rousseau, *Elles venaient d’Orembourg* ( published by Éditions Chèvre-feuille étoilée and available in February 2020 for €17) tells the story of two Russian women who came to study medicine in Montpellier in the late 19th century: Glafira Zigelmann and Raïssa Lesk Kessek.
Finally, “A Century of Radiology in Montpellier,” co-authored by Professors Jean-Louis Lamarque, Jean-Paul Sénac, and Dr. Elysé Lopez and published by Éditions Mimosa Montpellier, will be available in February 2020 for €35. It traces the history of electro-radiology through to medical imaging in Montpellier, from its origins in 1896 through to the 2000s. In this book,youwill find both the grand history, richly illustrated by those who shaped it, and the personal stories, told through images and anecdotes by those who lived through it.
So there will be something for everyone, giving everyone a chance to explore the history of their city and their college in a whole new way!
To experience or relive this evening, you can find it below:
Every year, we open the doors of our school in Montpellier and Nîmes to give you all the information you need to study with us! So join us on Saturday, February 29, 2020, to learn all about our programs!
A day trip to Montpellier and Nîmes
As we do every year, we’ll be welcoming you to our two cities, Montpellier and Nîmes, to introduce you to our academic programs and give you a tour of our campuses!
In Montpellier, come visit our Arnaud de Villeneuve Health Campus!
641 Avenue du Doyen Gaston Giraud – 34000 MONTPELLIER
Parking will be available on site. A variety of presentations will be held throughout the day, including one on the reform of the first year of health studies. You can also learn about paramedical programs. Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In Nîmes, come visit our Carémeau Health Campus!
186 Chemin du Carreau de Lanes – 30000 Nîmes
You will also be able to park on site. Just like in Montpellier, various presentations will be held throughout the day, including one on the reform of the first year of health studies. Please note that the Nîmes Campus does not offer any paramedical programs. Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Come meet our students, faculty, and staff!
Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to meet our students (from all programs), our faculty, and, of course, our staff. Everyone will be happy to answer your questions and provide guidance tailored to your needs. We’ll also be delighted to show you around our campuses through guided tours.
So, if you’re interested in health studies, don’t hesitate—come join us on February 29! We hope to see many of you there!
Below, you’ll find videos of the day’s presentations—perfect for watching now and again later:
In February and March, the TAUST student association invites you to discover the history of the Faculty of Medicine through an Escape Game on February 12, 13, 21, and 26, and March 6, 9, and 17, right in the heart of the Historic Building.
Discover the history of the medical school in a new light
Four dates in February are available for you to discover or rediscover the history of the School of Medicine in a unique way. Locked in a room inside the historic building, you’ll need to use your wits and work as a team to solve the puzzles created by TAUST students.
You’ll have 45 minutes to tackle this innovative challenge—and find out who locked you in and why!
In short, plenty of puzzles to solve and a mystery to unravel await you. It’s sure to make your evening unforgettable!
Over the course of its 800-year history, the Faculty of Medicine has witnessed many significant events, and some of the leading figures in French medicine studied there.
Don't miss this extraordinary event!
We look forward to seeing you on February 12, 13, 21, and 26, and March 6, 9, and 17 at 7:40 p.m., 8:55 p.m., and 10:10 p.m.
Our students are talented
These fun evenings are brought to you by TAUST, the University Amateur Theater Association of Montpellier.
Established in 1989, this cornerstone of student life in Montpellier organizes numerous workshops and performances. Feel free to follow their activities on their website and social media to stay informed.
