Adapting to the New MCCQE Part I Format

We're thrilled to announce that PracticeMed has completed a comprehensive update to our question bank to align with the Medical Council of Canada's newly announced changes to the MCCQE Part I exam. As your trusted partner in medical exam preparation, we've worked diligently to ensure our platform reflects these significant updates while maintaining the high-quality practice experience you expect from us.

How We've Updated Our Question Bank

Streamlined Format

We've restructured our practice sessions to mirror the new exam format. You can now:

• Set timed sessions that match the new 160-minute per section format
• Experience realistic exam conditions with optional 45-minute breaks between sections

Enhanced MCQ Focus

With the removal of the Clinical Decision-Making (CDM) component, we've:

• Expanded our MCQ database to include more comprehensive scenario-based questions
• Integrated clinical decision-making elements into our MCQs to ensure you're still developing these crucial skills
• Added new question types that test the same competencies previously assessed in the CDM section

Improved Practice Experience

To match the new exam conditions, we've:

• Adjusted our timing algorithms to reflect the increased time per question
• Created new performance analytics that align with the updated scoring system
• Developed shorter, more focused practice sessions to help you adapt to the 6.5-hour exam format

Our Commitment to Your Success

As these changes represent a significant shift in the MCCQE Part I, we've also:

• Updated our explanations to focus more deeply on MCQ-specific strategies
• Added new tutorial content about approaching the revised exam format
• Enhanced our performance feedback to help you adapt to the MCQ-only format

Looking Ahead

We're excited about these changes and believe they will make your study experience more efficient and effective. Our team continues to monitor MCC announcements and will make additional updates as needed to ensure you have the best possible preparation tools.

Stay tuned for more features and improvements as we approach the April 2025 transition. As always, we welcome your feedback and suggestions as you explore our updated platform.

Ready to experience the new format? Log in to your PracticeMed account to access our updated question bank and start preparing for success on the revised MCCQE Part I.