Step III Registration

[drmeeker]

Hello

I have a question about registration for the exam. Im currently in a state that requires 9 months of residency before allowing a resident to sit for step 3. I dont want to wait this long, and Id like to take it this month. If I register under one of the states that has no required time in residency, will the state board that Im currently under not accept my application for licensure in the future? Im just curious if it will make a difference. I dont want to take it and then be told five years from now that my step 3 pass isnt valid because i took it before they wanted me to. thanks

 

[Pathinterpreter]

http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showthread.php?t=693300

 

[rlp900]

I am wondering the same thing. The above poster linked to another thread, btu ti deosn't really answer the question. A state like Florida has no requirements to take the exam, so would there be any downside to me registering under Florida, but then taking the exam in my home state in order to avoid my home states requirements?

It seems there is no downside at all, but then I wonder why any state has requirements when reisdents can just apply under a different state. With an $80 cancellation fee I want to be certain though before I pull the trigger...

Any help is much appreciated!

 

[Micrococcus]

There's nothing wrong with applying for Step 3 through another State. Just don't expect to obtain your independent license any sooner, having not met your State Board's respective res training requirements (assuming you plan to practice where you do your residency).