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USMLE Step 2 CK Topics & FAQs
View 2 CK Topics, Tips, & FAQs
How long is the USMLE Step 2 CK Exam?
Step 2 CK is a one day examination lasting 9 hours. There will be 8 blocks plus the tutorial, which counts as an additional block — so don’t be alarmed when actual exam runs from blocks 2-9!
How many questions are on the USMLE Step 2 CK Exam?
The Step 2 CK exam is made up of about 318 MCQ’s, divided into eight 60 minute sets of 40 questions or less.
USMLE Step 2 CK Study Tip:
When preparing for the 2 CK, allow yourself up to 90 seconds per question, to reflect the actual exam.
USMLE® Step 2 CK System Specifications*
Does this product include CCS practice?
No. This product is a Step 2 CK question bank (MCQs) only. CCS practice cases are part of Step 3.
Note: The official content outline sets the overall blueprint for Step 3. We map our QBank to that blueprint to target the high-yield domains and competencies you’ll need.
System | Range, % |
General Principles** | 2–4 |
Immune System | 3–5 |
Blood & Lymphoreticular System | 4–6 |
Behavioral Health | 6–8 |
Nervous System & Special Senses | 6–8 |
Musculoskeletal System/Skin & Subcutaneous Tissue | 6–10 |
Cardiovascular System | 8–10 |
Respiratory System | 7–9 |
Gastrointestinal System | 7–9 |
Renal & Urinary System & Male Reproductive | 4–6 |
Pregnancy, Childbirth & the Puerperium | 4–6 |
Female Reproductive System & Breast | 4–6 |
Endocrine System | 4–6 |
Multisystem Processes & Disorders | 4–6 |
Biostatistics & Epidemiology/Population Health/Interpretation of Medical Literature | 3–5 |
Social Sciences: Legal/Ethical Issues & Professionalism/Systems-based Practice & Patient Safety | 10–15 |
* Percentages are subject to change at any time. See the USMLE website for the most up-to-date information.
** The Human Development topic includes Normal Age-Related Findings and Care of the Well Patient.
USMLE® Step 2 CK Physician Tasks/Competencies Specifications*
Physician Tasks / Physician Competencies | Range, % |
Medical Knowledge: Applying Foundational Science Concepts | 0** |
Patient Care: History and Physical Exam | 0*** |
Patient Care: Laboratory/Diagnostic Studies | 13–17 |
Patient Care: Diagnosis | 16–20 |
Patient Care: Prognosis/Outcome | 5–9 |
Patient Care: Health Maintenance/Disease Prevention | 5–10 |
Patient Care: Pharmacotherapy | 8–12 |
Patient Care: Clinical Interventions | 6–10 |
Patient Care: Mixed Management | 12–16 |
Practice-based Learning & Improvement | 3–5 |
Professionalism | 5–7 |
Systems-based Practice & Patient Safety | 5–7 |
* Percentages are subject to change at any time. See the USMLE website for the most up-to-date information.
** Test items that assess patient care competencies may also assess knowledge of underlying foundational science concepts.
*** Test items that assess history and physical exam competencies are covered in Step 1 and Step 3 examinations.