Question 1

What is STEPS?

Accepted Answer

A student-initiative established to reduce the gap between the current scientific material provided to medical students and the expected global standard of medical knowledge required by future physicians through helping students prepare for the United States Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLE). To learn more about STEPS and its team members, check out the "About Us" page.

Question 2

What services does STEPS offer?

Accepted Answer

Our most prominent programs include weekly articles and infographics, STEPS 1 question bank, live and recorded seminars, customized and preset study plans, and so much more.

Question 3

Are STEPS services free of charge?

Accepted Answer

Yes, STEPS is a non-profit initiative that intends to benefit students and all services are free for charge.

Question 4

Which students are targeted in STEPS?

Accepted Answer

All preclinical and clinical medical students and graduates interested in USMLE and improving their medical knowledge are invited to check our services. However, STEPS is an IAU-based initiative which means services will be more tailored to the education system and curriculum of Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University (IAU).

Question 5

How can I access the STEPS services?

Accepted Answer

The articles and seminars pages are accessible by the general public. However, in order to create study plans and access the Q-bank, it is necessary to create an account in STEPS and request access to some of the features in the website. Access is usually given within 24 hours (free of charge).

STEP 1: Time and Location (Infographic)

STEP 1: Resources (Infographic)

STEP 2 CK: Type of Question (Infographics)

STEP 2 CK: Test Components (Infographics)

Why USMLE? (Infographic)

FAQ

What is STEPS?

What services does STEPS offer?

Are STEPS services free of charge?

Which students are targeted in STEPS?

How can I access the STEPS services?