Step 1 Qbank
Our Step 1 Qbank subscription includes the following contents:
- Over 2000 high-quality, unrepeated multiple choice questions
- State-of-the-art, classic board-type questions created by real-life physicians
- Detailed explanations and educational objectives for each question, including excellent illustrations and charts that are easy to read and interpret
- Board-simulated interface design with FRED software features (highlight, strike-out, annotation, searchable lab values, calculator, mark/flag items, etc)
- Customizable practice tests (create subject-specific, system-specific, or combination tests in timed, untimed, timed tutor, and untimed tutor modes)
- Suspend and resume a test at anytime at your convenience with 24 hr account web access
- Compare performance scores with other USMLEWorld users, see which subjects you need to improve and view your cumulative performance outline
- Sequence and media questions
- Mobile qbank companion app available for iOS and Android based devices
Step 1 Qbank Subscription Rates
- 30-day Qbank membership: $119
- 60-day Qbank membership: $159
- 90-day Qbank membership: $199
- 180-day Qbank membership: $299
- 360-day Qbank membership: $399
Step 1 Self-Assessment Exams
Each Self-assessment exam subscription consists of:
- Four blocks of questions (48 questions per block) in timed mode
- Completely different set of questions (not taken from the Qbank) based on realistic exam content
- Answers and detailed explanation for each question
- Educational objective for each question
- Board simulated interface design with FRED V2.0 software features (highlight, strike-out, annotation, searchable lab values, calculator, mark/flag items etc)
- Score report with assessment score and approximate USMLE™ 3-digit score
- Detailed analysis of relative strength and weakness in difference subjects and systems
- Consisting of sequence questions (media questions to be added in future)
Step 1 Self-Assessment Form Subscription Rates
- Self-Assessment Exam Form 1 (2-weeks): $30
- Self-Assessment Exam Form 2 (2-weeks): $30
Discounted combination subscription packages
To review the combination prices, visit http://www.usmleworld.com/purchase.aspx and click on the large Step 1 image. This consists of all currently available subscription options including combination packages.
FAQ
Q: When does a subscription start? Can it be purchased now but used later? What if I purchase a combination package consisting of multiple courses?
A: All subscriptions go into effect from the time they are activated and not the time of setup/purchase. It can be activated immediately or anytime thereafter. If your initial purchase consists of multiple courses (qbank, self-assessment exam, CCS, etc.), each of them can be activated individually and independently via your account on our website as preferred. This process of activating a subscription after purchase allows you flexibility of starting a subscription when you are truly ready to utilize it.
Q: Is there a guest account or trial option to test the product prior to purchase?
A: We do not offer guest/trial accounts to test our product(s). However, you can view a demo of our software from each of the product pages. You will need to have Adobe Flash installed on your system to view the demo.
Q: Is the software accessible via mobile device (Android or iOS powered phone/tablet, etc.)?
A: Access to Qbanks via certain mobile devices is provided as an additional feature, but it is not intended to be a replacement for computer access. We currently provide a Qbank Mobile app for select iOS based devices (iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch) and Android based devices (phones or tablets), which can be found in each of their respective app stores. In order for users to install and use the app, their mobile devices must meet our system requirements (outlined on http://www.usmleworld.com/system_requirements.aspx page). Not all products are available to access via mobile devices.
Our developers are aware of request for mobile access on other devices/platforms and are reviewing potential options and implementation scenarios however, an exact time frame (of if or when a solution will be available) is not currently known. Once an app is ready, it will be announced directly on our website.
Q: How often is the content added/updated?
A: All of our products have a finite set of questions/cases and we routinely review and update them based on new research, changes in diagnostic and patient management practices. We do not maintain alternate content for any of our products. Question containing older or non-relevant material are replaced with updated question content.
- Content for Step 1 does not change that often as it is based on core scientific principals
- Content for Step 2 is added and/or changed based on new diagnostic procedure and medical research (this occurs quite frequently)
- Content for Step 3 is also changed based on new protocols in patient management (not as frequently as Step 2)
- Content for our Self-assessment exams, Subject Review are changed only if the question/concept is obsolete
Q: Does USMLEWorld offer any discounts for new purchase?
A: Unfortunately, we do not offer discounts to individual subscribers for purchase of a new subscription. To inquire more about group discounts, please contact us (via http://www.usmleworld.com/contact_us.aspx page) with:
- Number of users in the group
- Desired subscription package(s) (from those outlined on http://www.usmleworld.com/purchase.aspx page)
- Contact telephone and available timings
Reference URL's
- View a non-interactive demo of qbank/self-assessment exam: http://www.usmleworld.com/Step1/step1_demo.aspx
- Recent subscriber feedback: http://www.usmleworld.com/Step1/step1_testimonials.aspx
- System requirements: http://www.usmleworld.com/system_requirements.aspx
- Answers to a majority all general/technical queries: http://www.usmleworld.com/help.aspx
Raffle Giveaway
We will be giving away one "Step 1 Qbank 60-day Membership" to two members. Winners for each raffle will be drawn by the forum administrator from among the members who meaningfully contribute to the thread (respond to other member questions, share their usage experience, etc.).
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