For almost 40 years, Kaplan Medical has been dedicated to helping medical students and doctors prepare for a series of exams known as the United States Medical Licensure Exams (USMLE). The USMLE exams are essential to gain a U.S medical residency position and ultimately become a licensed doctor in the U.S. The USMLE Step 1 is the first in the series of three USMLE exams that candidates must pass in order to qualify for medical licensure.
To assist in your preparation for this critical USMLE exam series and the U.S. residency process, Kaplan offers a wide variety of course options. You can either study the steps individually for a minimum of 3 months, or get the best value for your money with a Combo course if you plan to prepare with Kaplan for more than one step. The USMLE Preparation courses include DVD-based lectures, course books, simulated exams and practice questions.
In the Web Prep 3 months option (Step 1) you will have unlimited access to online resources
Kaplan’s USMLE Web Prep course (Step 1) includes everything you need to be successful in your exam. You will have full access to 80 hours of lecture highlights, lecture notes (one Kaplan book per discipline tested on the exam).
You will have full access to 80 hours of lecture highlights:
- Immunology: 3 hours
- Behavioral Sciences: 10 hours
- Pharmacology: 10 hours
- Biochemistry: 11 hours
- Physiology: 10 hours
- Anatomy: 12 hours
- Pathology: 12 hours
- Microbiology: 6 hours
- Medical Genetics: 6 hours
This course also includes a complete set of lecture notes, a QBook (850 questions and explanations), and the QBank.
You will have the full support of the Medical Programs Manager throughout your study period and you will be eligible to access all USMLE events, including USMLE Information Seminars.
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Course Overview
This Kaplan USMLE course is brought to you by the Academic Team in the US. Our faculty is composed of US medical school faculty and practitioners who are acclaimed lecturers in their respective fields.
Web Prep 3 months course (Step 1)
1300 €
- 3 months unlimited access to online resources
- 80 hours of audio streamed lectures
- Step 1 Qbank
- Course books
- One simulated exam
Course Structure
You can start the USMLE Web Prep course (Step 1) on any day.
Your course will begin with a meeting with the Medical Programs Manager, a review of the course features and a strategic analysis of the USMLE exam.
Course Structure
Once you have enrolled, you will receive your Step 1 material:
- Unlimited access to 80 hours of Step 1 lectures online
- Lecture Notes (one book for each of the following disciplines: Anatomy, Behavioral Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology)
- One Qbook, with 850 practice USMLE questions
- USMLE Qbank with over 2,150 questions
- An 8 hour Step 1 USMLE Simulated Exam
Test Overview
USMLE Step 1:
Tests basic science principles, specifically in anatomy, behavioral science, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, and physiology. Interdisciplinary areas such as genetics, immunology, and nutrition are also tested. Step 1 emphasizes mechanisms of health, disease and modes of therapy.
Test Format
USMLE Step 1:
- 350 questions
- 8 hours of testing (including an hour of break time)
- Questions are divided into 7 blocks of 50 questions, which are completely random
- Most question items assess basic medical science concepts in the form of clinical vignettes
Test Scores
USMLE Step 1 minimum passing score: 185/75
Register for the Test
International medical graduates must register for Steps 1 and 2 CK through the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) on www.ecfmg.org. Registering and scheduling your exam date is a multi-step process:
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Secure the application materials
The ECFMG will require official copies of various documents including your medical diploma and transcripts -
Complete the application and submit with your application fee and a recent photo
During the application process you will be asked to choose a 3-month "eligibility period" during which you want to take the exams. -
Receive your Scheduling Permit
Once your application is processed, you will receive a Scheduling Permit. This permit will tell you the start and end dates of your 3-month eligibility period, instructions on scheduling your exam, as well as your Scheduling Number and your Candidate Identification Number. -
Schedule your test date directly with the Prometric center
Your Scheduling Permit will have instructions on contacting the Prometric center to select your test date (must be within eligibility period).
