USMLE OnlinePrep Step 1

All-New USMLE OnlinePrep

The USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep course is a study course based completely online. Our OnlinePrep course is a convenient solution which enables you to study from anywhere with internet access, at your own pace.

The OnlinePrep course provides you with more than 200 hours of video lectures online, which are delivered by our expert lecturers in the US, to learn the content needed for the USMLE step 1. Additionally, you will receive a diagnostic test, which will help you to establish your strengths/weaknesses, assessment tests during the online course, as well as extensive lecture notes to compliment the online lectures.

Additional OnlinePrep Materials

Enhance your prep work by including USMLE QBank. QBank offers thousands of practice questions! QBank is available for USMLE Steps 1 2CK and 3.

USMLE OnlinePrep Overview

You can start your online course whenever you want and you can choose from a variety of course lengths.

You'll get access to a syllabus online which is straightforward to navigate. The OnlinePrep course includes 1+ hours of online lectures which can be viewed whenever you want, a diagnostic test, 9 subject-based assessment tests, a full-length simulated exam plus much more. Additionally, you will get high-yield Lecture Notes to help you study.

Course Options:

USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep - 3 months: €1690
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep - 6 months: €2750
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep - 9 months: €3500

Step 1 OnlinePrep with QBank Options
There is also the choice of including Qbank to your course. This will let you increase your study experience with the addition of further question to the syllabus. The QBank includes over 2,200 practice questions.

USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank - 3 months: €1800
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank - 6 months: €2850
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank - 9 months: €3600

Course Structure

The course will start when you receive the Lecture Notes and are given access to your online account. You will start OnlinePrep by taking a Diagnostic Test. This will help establish your strengths/weaknesses.

You can then use your learning platform to access the lectures to learn the content. Throughout the OnlinePrep course you can take 9 assessment tests on various subjects to assess your performance - this will let you determine what areas in which you need to improve.

On top of this you will take a full-length simulated online exam which lets you test performance in exam-like conditions.

Course Materials

3, 6 or 9 months of online access
Over 200 hours of online video lectures delivered by expert faculty in the US
USMLE Step 1 Diagnostic Test
9 online subject-based assessment tests
USMLE Step 1 Full Length Online Simulated Exam
QBook with over 800 practice questions and test taking strategy guide.
Volumes of Lecture Notes that cover the following Step 1 basic Sciences:

Anatomy

Behavioral Sciences

Biochemistry and Medical Genetics

Immunology and Microbiology

Pathology

Pharmacology

Physiology

USMLE Step 1 Test Overview

To work or train as a Doctor in the US, as an International Medical Graduate, you must have ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) Certification. The ECFMG is the body that certifies your qualifications, telling US Program Coordinators that you have the qualifications and experience necessary to work in the US.

To gain ECFMG Certification you must take the USMLE Step 1, 2CK and 2CS exams. Your USMLE Step 1 score is also used as a primary screening system for Residency Training application. You need to compete with US Graduates who typically score higher on the USMLE Step 1 exam.

The USMLE Step 1 exam is typically taken by US Medical Graduates after their second year at Medical School. It tests the Basic Sciences; Anatomy, Behavioral Science, Biochemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Physiology and Pathology.

USMLE Step 1 Test Format

Topics Tested

The USMLE Step 1 tests the Basic Sciences:

Anatomy
Behavioral Science
Biochemistry
Microbiology/Immunology
Pharmacology
Physiology
Pathology

USMLE Step 1 Exam Format

Computer based exam
Available to take Internationally
Multiple-choice questions
Questions split into 7 unrelated blocks

USMLE Step 1 Question Format

336 questions
Multiple-choice questions
Clinical Vignette questions
More than 6 possible answer choices
One best answer

USMLE Step 1 Test Day Timing

Total test time: 8 hours
Break time: 45 minutes
Tutorial time: 15 minutes (optional)
Time per block: 60 minutes
Time per question: 77 seconds

Register for the USMLE Step 1

To register for your USMLE Step 1 exam, you must first register with the ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates). This is the body the certifies your qualifications. You must have ECFMG Certification to enter Residency or Fellowship and to gain State Licensure.

Register for an ECFMG "Token" at www.ecfmg.org. This is an ID number used for your account. You'll need to send a form 186 (identification form) signed by a Dean and Notary service and check your Medical School appears in the International Medical Education Directory (IMED).

To book your USMLE Step 1 exam, you'll need to pick a three month Eligibility Period in which you plan to take your USMLE Step 1 exam. Once you've selected this time, you will be sent a Scheduling Permit, with instructions for booking your USMLE Step 1 exam. You'll book with the Prometric Center. You will have to take your USMLE Step 1 in the three month period you've stipulated, or you'll loose your application fee. Eligibility extensions are available if you feel you are not ready to take your exam in the three months you've picked.

You can take your USMLE Step 1 outside of the US. If you are booking to take your exam in one of the international testing locations you'll be charged an International Test Delivery Charge.

USMLE Step 1 Exam Fee: $740
USMLE Step 1 International Test Delivery Charge: $130-$330
USMLE Step 1 Eligibility Extension Fee: $50

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