AMA: What is the USMLE?The United States Medical Licensing Examination® (USMLE®) is the exam administered by the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME). As of August 2022, USMLE consists of three separate exams, known as steps:
- Step 1 assesses the basic sciences taught during preclerkship curriculum.
- Step 2 CK assesses clinical knowledge and skills that can be applied to patient care under supervision.
- Step 3 assesses in-depth clinical knowledge and decision-making to be able to care for patients independently.
AMA stands for the American Medical Association.
