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Eligibility Requirements Flashcards

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  1. A graduate from a Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME)-accredited U.S. medical school wishes to take MCCQE Part I. Are they eligible?

    Answer: Yes, LCME-accredited schools are accepted because they appear on the WHO AVICENNA directory

    LCME-accredited U.S. medical schools appear on the WHO AVICENNA directory, making their graduates eligible for the MCCQE Part I.

  2. How many attempts at MCCQE Part I does the MCC currently allow a candidate over their lifetime?

    Answer: A maximum of 5 attempts

    The MCC limits candidates to a maximum of 5 lifetime attempts at MCCQE Part I.

  3. When must a candidate complete MCCQE Part II relative to passing MCCQE Part I under current MCC rules?

    Answer: Within 10 years of passing Part I

    Candidates must successfully complete MCCQE Part II within 10 years of passing MCCQE Part I.

  4. A candidate who holds a medical degree from a school that was listed on the WHO AVICENNA directory at the time of graduation but has since been removed — are they still eligible for MCCQE Part I?

    Answer: Yes, eligibility is determined at the time of graduation, not at the time of application

    The MCC assesses eligibility based on the school's listing status at the time the candidate graduated, not at the time of application.

  5. Which of the following is NOT listed as an eligibility requirement for MCCQE Part I?

    Answer: Holding a valid license to practice medicine in any jurisdiction

    A license to practice medicine is not required for MCCQE Part I; candidates are typically students or recent graduates who have not yet been licensed.

  6. An international medical graduate (IMG) applies for MCCQE Part I and requests test accommodations for a disability. When must this request be submitted?

    Answer: During the registration process, by the accommodation request deadline

    Accommodation requests must be submitted during registration by the MCC's published deadline; late requests may not be granted.

  7. For MCCQE Part II eligibility, what is the minimum number of months of accredited postgraduate training currently required by the MCC?

    Answer: 12 months

    The MCC requires a minimum of 12 months of accredited postgraduate medical training to be eligible for MCCQE Part II.