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USMLEPreparation

New Zealand • Auckland | 2014

Your pathway to an international career in medicine

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Kaplan International Auckland10 Titoki Street,Parnell, Auckland 1052Tel: +64 (0)9 307 6507

Our College

Our pathways to medical licensure in New Zealand and the US can help you to achieve your personal and professional goals.

You can combine your USMLE course with English language preparation at Kaplan International Auckland, where our quality language courses will ensure that you reach the required language level prior to starting your USMLE Preparation course.

Why choose New Zealand?Located between two harbours and built on the beautiful remains of long-extinct volcanoes, Auckland, New Zealand isn’t your average metropolis. Rated cosnsistently in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s top ten most liveable cities in the world, Auckland provides one of the safest environments, and the most affordable in comparison to others in the list.

Picturesque landscapes, good beaches, amazing wine regions and a bustling dining, drinking and live music scence make Auckland an ideal location for any traveller.

English PathwayIf your English skills are not at the required level to enter the USMLE programme, Kaplan International Auckland offers English language programmes in IELTS test preparation and Intensive English, to ensure you can meet the requirements for entry.

Why choose Kaplan USMLE preparation?

• Gain access to ‘Qbank’, which provides simulated exam style questions to help you prepare for test day

• Benefit from expert teaching from acclaimed medical professionals via streamed video lectures

• Centre-based preparation allows you to focus on your studies and gives you full access to the Kaplan Medical support network

Kaplan Medical, the leader in USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination) preparation, has helped tens of thousands of medical graduates and physicians pass their medical licensing boards with high scores and continue on to successful careers in medicine.

Discover the awe-inspiring natural beauty of New Zealand and experience the active outdoor lifestyle. Enjoy our spacious campus with study centre, student lounge and Wifi, situated in Auckland, New Zealand’s largest and liveliest city.

I studied an IELTS preparation course in Kaplan before the USMLE class. This course improved my IELTS skills and provided me with the most efficient knowledge for the test.

- Ngoc Nguyen Vietnam

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World-class USMLE preparation

Start datesEvery Monday

Recommended English entry requirements Intensive English Advanced or IELTS 6.0 in all bands

Academic entry requirements Applicants must be medical graduates from a medical school listed in the FAIMER directory: imed.faimer.org

Applicants will need to score 40% or greater in a diagnostic pre-test to qualify for the course.

Lesson length20 hours per week

Course length24 weeks/ 6 months per step

LocationNew Zealand: Auckland

Recommended age 21+

Course Facts 2014Kaplan Medical’s approach to USMLE preparation allows students to study at their own pace and provides access to innovative resources like the Qbank and streamed lectures which compliment the Kaplan Medical Lecture Notes. Our course content is critically reviewed and selected based on areas that are most likely to be tested and are most important for your exam success!

Course Structure

Each step will follow the basic pattern below:

• Materials reviews

• Subject assessment tests

• Course mid term and final full-length simulated exam, including comprehensive critical performance feedback and analysis to target your weaker areas

Course Resources & Materials

Comprehensive course resources and preparation materials include:

• World-class video lectures by expert tutors

• Acclaimed Kaplan lecture notes

• Qbank and Qbank Plus, which includes practice questions, test taking strategy guide and subject-based assessment tests with detailed explanations

Kaplan Medical’s USMLE course provides intensive preparation to medical doctors through centre-based learning. The USMLE is a set of general exams for medical doctors, assessing a physician’s ability to apply knowledge, concepts and principles, constituting the basis of safe and effective patient care.

Fees

Course feesStep 1 or Step 2CK: 6760 NZD per step

PackagesPackage Step 1 and Step 2CK: 12850 NZD*

For further information please check www.ecfmg.org/feeswww.mcnz.org/registration* Prices subject to change and do not include examination fees.

Qbank

Qbank, incorporated in your USMLE preparation, is a state of the art question bank, with innovative features including personal test analysis and Score Estimator. It is a targeted and realistic way to prep, the ‘reKap’ feature provides summarised high-yield reviews, related to each question. You can create customised tests by organ system or discipline or track your performance with our score comparison feature, only found on Kaplan Medical’s Qbank.

Qbank Plus

Qbank Plus includes Kaplan’s 150 question diagnostic test with performance analysis, integrated vignettes, over 4600 practice questions and audio explanations for up to 200 of the most difficult questions. It is the perfect supplement to your centre based course.

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Reach your USMLE goals!Choose Kaplan for your first step on the road to becoming a registered doctor in New Zealand or the United States. The unique structure of the Kaplan Medical USMLE Preparation programmes are designed to provide you with a solid grounding in medical principles and give you the knowledge and confidence to pass the USMLE.

The USMLE Step 2CK Preparation course is a 6 month programme featuring a review of clinical knowledge including internal medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Surgery, Neurology, Psychiatry, Public Health and more.

The Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) is a multiple-choice exam, with approximately 352 questions. It is divided into 8 sixty minute blocks and spans one 9 hour testing session. It is designed to determine whether the examinee possesses the medical knowledge and understanding of clinical science, which are considered essential for the provision of patient care under their supervision.

Kaplan International English New ZealandStep 2CK Preparation (6 months)2

The USMLE Step 1 Preparation course is a 6 month programme featuring a comprehensive basic science review covering the 8 key disciplines (Anatomy, Behavioural Science, Biochemistry, Medical Genetics, Microbiology/Immunology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology) and teaches medical graduates strategies necessary to prepare and complete the exam.

The USMLE Step 1 Exam is a one-day computer exam, which includes 336 questions and spans 8 hours of testing, broken down into seven 1 hour blocks of 48 questions each.

Kaplan International English New Zealand Step 1 Preparation (6 months)

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USMLE Step 1 and Step 2CK provide me with a lot of useful information for my USMLE preparation, especially the Q bank and the videos. And, the course books are awesome.

- Thao Tran Vietnam

In the last two months of the course, I used Qbank every day. I felt well prepared for the exam, and my step 1 results were great.

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If you want to practise medicine in the US:

The Step 2 Clinical Skills (CS) exam is a “hands-on” exam that tests the examinee’s clinical and communication skills through his/her ability to gather information from standardised patients, perform a physical examination, communicate the findings to the patient and write a patient note.

Step 3 assesses the examinee’s ability to apply medical knowledge and the understanding of biomedical and clinical science essential for the unsupervised practice of medicine, with emphasis on patient management in independent settings. This exam is taken during the Match application season.

Go on to study at Kaplan Medical US: Step 2CS and Step 3 (6 months)3

Most hospitals select residency candidates from applicants who participate in the “Match.” This system of matching candidates to residency training positions allows you to interview and rank preferences, while simultaneously allowing the hospitals to rank those they have interviewed. The preference lists are merged by computer at the National Resident Matching Programme (NRMP, www.nrmp.org). Results are announced annually in March.

Generally, programmes look for USMLE scores above 225, the higher the better. They also prefer US hospital experience and letters of recommendation from physicians with whom you have worked. A personal statement outlining goals, reasons for entering the profession, and special interests is also required. Plan ahead to ensure that you are able to meet the various Match deadlines.

Secure a hospital residency in the US: Residency Match and US Residency Training4

1. ECFMG Certification 2. Enrol in NRMP 3. Apply using ERAS 4. Interviewing at residency

programmes

5. Rank programmes 6. If no match, “scramble” or reapply

following year

Sit and pass your USMLE Step 1 and Step 2CK Exams to enable you to sit the NZREX Clinical.

Established by the Medical Council of New Zealand to assess overseas trained doctors, the NZREX Clinical is a live examination which involves 16 patient simulations. Exams held 3 times in 2014.

Please note that you need an English level of IELTS 7.5 in speaking & listening and IELTS 7.0 in reading & writing to qualify. Kaplan can help you with IELTS preparation if needed.

Sit and pass your NZREX Clinical Examination

If you want to apply for General Registration to practise medicine in New Zealand or continue training to become a specialist:

Pass the NZREX Clinical Exam to be able to apply through the New Zealand District Health Boards for a one year, paid residency position.

After securing this position, you will be working under supervision and be assessed during a 12 month period with a provisional general scope of practice.

Secure and complete a paid NZ hospital residency (12 months)3 4IELTS 7.5

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• New Zealand has an easy visa application process, with students simply requiring a Student Visa to commence their studies

• Competitive course prices. Our tuition prices offer a more economical alternative to other locations

• Less expensive living costs. New Zealand has a high standard of living that is affordable even while studying

• Work part-time (20 hours/week) while studying on a student visa

• Live and study in a fantastic and unique environment. Enjoy New Zealand’s exciting outdoor activities, beautiful and stunning scenery and learn about the Kiwi culture

Why choose to study USMLE in New Zealand?

Application Checklist

To ensure your application is complete, please include the following documents:

• Your completed Kaplan International English enrolment form

• Proof of your English proficiency

• Copy of passport

• Certified and translated copies of your medical degree and transcript*

* Students must be a medical student or graduate of a medical school on the FAIMER directory. You can find a list of approved schools on: imed.faimer.org

Your life in New ZealandNew Zealand is a unique country in which to study and create your future. Prepare for USMLE in New Zealand and pave your way to a solid future in the medical field. Kaplan International English can even arrange for you to live with a Kiwi family in a homestay or independently in apartment style residences.

Career Opportunities

Upon being approved by the New Zealand Medical Council for General Scope of Practice, New Zealand offers a number of options for your future:

• General Practitioner – you may continue working as a general practitioner

• Specialist/Vocational Training – you may select to continue training through one of the District Health Boards to specialise in a particular area of medicine

• Practise abroad – New Zealand is the perfect place to gain experience and further skills before practising medicine in another country

For full details on your career opportunities in New Zealand, please contact the New Zealand Medical Council, or visit their website: www.mcnz.org.nz

Potential to settle in New Zealand

With beautiful scenery and a friendly and relaxed environment, New Zealand offers an ideal place to live. Medical doctors are listed on New Zealand’s Skills Shortage list*, which means you may qualify for a Work Permit, Work to Residence or the Skilled Migrant Category. For more information about your options visit: www.immigration.govt.nz

* The New Zealand Skills shortage list is liable to change over time. Please check for updates about the current status. This information was accurate at the time of publishing.

I found Qbank very useful, as it is a summary of all major subjects. I think it is a “gold mine” for passing the MCQ exams! I have passed my NZREX and I am now looking for a brighter future.

- Nasir Kahn Pakistan