Since their creation in 2008, the HERMES examinations in adult and paediatric respiratory medicine have served as the standard of knowledge-assessment for respiratory specialists at European level and are recognised within the profession worldwide. The multiple-choice examinations are based on European syllabi in respiratory medicine and are accredited by the European Board for Accreditation in Pneumology (EBAP) and approved by the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) and the European Academy of Paediatrics (EAP).
The Swiss Society of Pulmonology (SSP) as well as The Swiss Society of Paediatric Pulmonology (SSPP) have both adopted HERMES exams as their mandatory written exit exam for final-year trainees in respiratory medicine.
The online examination provides convenience for candidates to participate from anywhere around the world, under secured human supervision of the CYIM/ProctorU® invigilation platform.
Held annually online, the next examination date will be on 19 September, 2026. Registrations will open on 1 March, 2026.
You are eligible for this category if you are currently a qualified respiratory medicine specialist OR if you are a final-year-trainee (FYT) finalising your national programme.
Successfully passing the HERMES examination will grant you the HERMES European Diploma. A Diploma is proof of excellence in the field which demonstrates commitment to life-long learning, can boost your mobility, and enables you to self-assess as a professional.
If you are currently working towards your national qualification, you can use this examination to know where you stand in your current level of training, measure yourself against European standards and focus your learning as you move forward.
If you are a qualified doctor, this examination can help you to keep up to date with the latest best practices, strengthen your professional development and learn more about the field.
“The HERMES examinations are renowned not only in Europe, but around the world, for their excellency in knowledge”
“It was a way for me to consolidate everything I had learnt both theoretical, and on the ward”
“The HERMES exams helped me in assessing my current standing in the field of adult respiratory medicine”
“Taking the HERMES examinations is a way for me to show my professional excellence”
Examination categories, eligibility criteria, fees, and CME information.
How to register for HERMES examinations
View examination information and FAQs.
Learn more about the ERS HERMES Examination Committee.
Access the registry of HERMES Diplomates, including Top Achievers.
If you have a question that is not answered by our FAQs, contact the HERMES Team here.