MCCQE Eligibility Requirements 3

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

A maximum of 5 attempts

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Within 10 years of passing Part I

Answer

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

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Holding a valid license to practice medicine in any jurisdiction

Answer

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.

(MCCQE) Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Practice Test

(MCCQE) Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Practice Test

MCCQE Eligibility Requirements 3