Clearing the USMLE Step 1 Exam
Are you planning to appear for the USMLE Step 1 Exam? If yes, then there are certain facts you ought to be aware of. The USMLE is a four-step exam procedure that needs complete concentration and proper preparation. The aim of this exam is to examine whether a student clears the minimum standard required for patient care. All these four exams are conducted at four different stages of your medical career.
The following blog will explain the four steps of the best USMLE Step 1 prep.
Step 1
The main aim of the USMLE Step 1 is to examine whether a student has basic knowledge about health sciences or not. Step 1 assesses the worth of the student whether he/she can make use of the concepts of science while practicing medicine. Basically, it is a one-day examination. The entire exam consists of 280 questions which are further broken down into seven different sections including 40 questions each. The time given for the exam is eight hours. The students can apply for this exam at the end of their second year of medical school. Remember, the IMGs(International medical graduates) who plan to practice medicine in the US must opt for the exam before they opt for the residency.
Step 2: The USMLE Step 2 is categorized into two different sections
Clinical science (CS)
Clinical knowledge (CK)
Step 2 is also a one-day examination consisting of 318 questions. The total time given is eight hours.
Step 3: USMLE Step 3 is known as the final stage of the licensing program. Although a lot of people opt for USMLE Step 3 after applying for residency, the IMGs may benefit if they appear for this exam before applying for the residency. Step 3 exam determines whether or not the student is able to understand the medical history of the patient, take care of the patient, and suggest the right treatment. There are 413 MCQs. Once the student cleared this exam, he/she gets a license to practice medicine.
These are some of the facts you should know about the USMLE exam. We hope this blog has helped you gain knowledge about the different stages of the USMLE Exam.
We wish you luck for your USMLE Step 1 Exam 2019
