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Equip yourself with exam-style practice, customizable study tools, and an extensive library of video lessons, ensuring you approach Step 2 with confidence.

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Shelf Prep

Prepare thoroughly for all M3 rotation exams with over 350 questions, 22 hours of integrated video lectures, and additional resources.

Shelf PrepQBank

Access thousands of board-style questions to test your clinical knowledge and enhance your performance.

Master the Boards

Get exam strategies, high-yield notes, and mentor feedback to ensure Step success.

Why Choose Us

Who Actually Needs a USMLE Step 2 CK Instructor?

Any student can gain valuable benefits from receiving one-on-one assistance with a USMLE Step 2 Faculty.

Students with Anxiety or Poor Testing Skills

For those with high test anxiety or difficulty with standardized exams, Step 2 CK focused on strategy and mindset can improve outcomes.

Students at Risk of Exam Failure

If you’re less than 8 weeks away and need to bridge a 20+ point gap, focused Step 2 CK sessions can provide structured recovery.

Students with a Previous Exam Failure

Overcome past shortcomings and approach Step 2 CK with renewed confidence through targeted guidance.

Students with Weak Shelf Scores

Boost your clinical knowledge base and improve test-taking confidence with strategic sessions.

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Begin your journey toward residency success with personalized for USMLE Step 2 CK.

Preparing for Your Future Starts Now

USMLE Step 2 CK is a crucial milestone for medical students aiming to secure residency. Our expert tutors guide you through each topic, providing strategies to strengthen weaknesses and maximize your score.

What is USMLE Step 2 CK?

Step 2 CK assesses your ability to apply medical knowledge, skills, and understanding of clinical science. It’s the second part of the USMLE series, evaluating your readiness for medical practice.

How is it Scored?

Scored on a 3-digit scale from 1–300, with 214 as the minimum passing mark. A high score is essential for competitive residency placement and future specialization.

How is it Administered?

Step 2 CK is a one-day computer-based test with eight blocks over nine hours. Each block has 38–40 questions, assessing clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.

Why Personalized Step 2 CK Matters

Every student learns differently and that’s exactly why one-on-one guidance is the fastest route to improvement. Our tutors don’t just teach; they *strategize*, helping you overcome anxiety, optimize time, and sharpen your test-taking mindset.

Tailored Study Plans

Receive a customized weekly roadmap built around your weaknesses and strengths designed to maximize score gains efficiently.

Targeted Practice Questions

Our tutors select high-yield question sets that reflect real USMLE patterns, ensuring every minute of your prep is focused and meaningful.

Performance Analytics

Detailed progress reports help you visualize improvements and identify gaps early because data-driven learning delivers results.

What Makes Our Tutors Different?

Our Step 2 CK faculty aren’t just instructors they’re mentors who’ve walked the same path. Their experience and empathy make learning both effective and encouraging.

USMLE Top Scorers

Learn from physicians and residents who scored in the top 5% on Step 2 CK gain insider insights that only true experts can offer.

Evidence-Based Techniques

Our methods are backed by proven cognitive science active recall, spaced repetition, and clinical case linking.

Empathetic Coaching

We understand burnout and exam fatigue. Our tutors support you mentally and emotionally, not just academically.

SUCCESS STORIES

What They Say about us

sandhya soni

Step 2 CK Candidate

The step 2 CK course was just awesome, those who finish with step 1 know that after completing with step 1 exam you are freaking out from where to start for step 2 CK. Simply starting with U-World is not the best option because I was not confident enough to tackle with step 2 format of questions.

Deepti Reddy

Step 1 Candidate

The extensive 4 month online Step 1 course by Dr Taher was very helpful to boost my second nbme score. I hope to take crash course and take next nbme. But so far it's the best experience I had.

Hassana Wambai

Step 2 CK Student

The interactive sessions and weekly tests kept me accountable. I saw a steady improvement in my test scores after every review.

harshita singh

IMG, Step 1 Aspirant

Stepexcel helped me restart and finally Pass Step-1
My name is Dr Harshita Singh. I am an old IMG mom. I graduated in 2014. I started my preparation very long ago but I had given up on my USMLE journey 4 years ago after struggling with low scores although I tried multiple resources. Five months later, I took NBME and scored 67%. Then I joined his crash course, and in the last 2 months my NBME scores rose and range between 74% - 81%.

Salsabel Alawadhi

Step 2 CK Candidate

Dr. Taher’s question discussions felt just like the real exam. His strategies for time management were invaluable.

Mohammed Ahmed

Medical Student, Step 1

Dr. Taher’s sessions are incredibly engaging and well-organized. The study materials and regular mock tests built my confidence for the real exam.

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Step 1 Aspirant

I joined StepExcel’s Step 1 program four months ago, and it has completely changed the way I approach my USMLE preparation. The classes are extremely well-structured, focusing on understanding concepts rather than rote memorization.

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USMLE Step 1 Student

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Step 1 Candidate

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SALSABEL ALAWADHI

IMG, Step 1 Graduate

Dr. Taher is an amazing teacher!
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Sunil mehta

Medical Graduate, Step 2 CK

Before joining StepExcel Boards Academy, I was stuck in a frustrating loop. I had been preparing for Step 1 for nearly 8 months, using resources like UWorld, First Aid, and Boards & Beyond. But despite the time invested, I wasn’t making real progress. I lacked structure, and honestly, the slide-based lectures bored me

Omar Sheikh

Step 1 Candidate

Each session was power-packed with high-yield content and insights that you just can’t find in textbooks. This course truly made all the difference.

Sabahat iftikhar

USMLE Step 2 CK Student

I’m an international medical graduate with a 7-year gap since graduation, and when I began preparing for Step 1, I was completely overwhelmed by the volume, depth, and complexity of the material. My foundational knowledge was poor, and although I had some familiarity with system-based content, I lacked the core understanding of concepts that tie everything together—especially in high-yield areas like cardiovascular and renal physiology.

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IMG, Step 1 Candidate

I had the pleasure of attending Dr Taher's classes for USMLE Step 1 preparation, and I couldn't be more impressed with his teaching style and expertise. Dr Taher's ability to break down complex topics into easily understandable concepts made a significant difference in my understanding of the material. His classes were engaging, interactive, and well-structured, creating a collaborative learning environment where we could all benefit from each other's insights and questions

Shakhnoza Zaynieva

Step 2 CK Candidate

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I have taken his courses for Step 1 it was amazing!
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Alonso lopez herrera

Medical Student, Step 1

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Judah Okechukwu

Step 2 CK Aspirant

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IMG, Step 2 CK Candidate

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