So, what’s the difference between Step 1 and Step 2? How should you prepare for Step 2? When should you take Step 2? Exactly how much clinical knowledge do you need to have? We’ll be answering all those questions and more in today’s article. We’re talking about everything you need to know for USMLE Step 2 CK. Recent Changes Made to Step 2 USMLEīefore we dive in, we’d like to address some recent changes that were made to Step 2 USMLE. In the past, there was USMLE Step 2 CS and Step 2 CK. You would conduct a physical examination for a patient, get their medical history and provide them with a diagnosis.Īs of January 26, 2021, this portion of the exam was discontinued. The Clinical Knowledge that you’re tested on is now sufficient to prove yourself and get your medical license. You’ll take USMLE Step 2 CK during your last year of medical school. The test is taken at this time because you’ve gained the necessary knowledge to pass the test through your clinical rotations and shelf exams.Įxactly when during your fourth year is up to you, though, as long as it’s during your eligibility period. We’ll discuss that later on in this article. You might want to take Step 2 CK right after you complete your rotations before you have time to forget anything. But you might feel burned out and in need of a break. In that case, you might schedule the test a few months out.Įither way, as long as you take the test during your fourth year of med school, you’ll be good to go. USMLE Step 2 CK tests you on lots of content.
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