Walkthroughs, tutorials, and deep-dives into the CCS Cases simulator
In this video, we explain why all orders are not graded equally — and how understanding this can dramatically boost your USMLE Step 3 CCS score.
We just launched Rapid CCS Cases — a faster way to work through USMLE Step 3 CCS cases without the usual time drain. These are full cases but can be completed much faster. You can complete a full case in half to a quarter of the time.
Instead of treating every case as a one-off, Multi CCS lets you run several cases in a row — just like you’ll have to do on test day. It helps you build stamina, stay sharp between cases, and get used to the mental shift of jumping from one patient to the next without a long break.
A common question we get is that users will order medication groups (i.e. Corticosteroids) and not get credit. Medication groups are not accepted on the USMLE Step 3.
In this high-yield USMLE Step 3 CCS tutorial, we break down one of the most confusing and high-impact parts of CCS cases: Negative patient updates, order times, and report/result times.
One of the biggest mistakes students make on Step 3 CCS cases is over-relying on consultants.
Save precious minutes on exam day with this Copy and Paste strategy for CCS cases.
Take your USMLE Step 3 CCS preparation to the next level with the powerful gamification system on CCSCases.com! In this detailed overview, we walk you through every exciting feature designed to make your practice more engaging, competitive, and effective.
Master USMLE Step 3 Biostatistics with the brand-new Interactive Biostats Module on CCSCases.com!
In this clear and practical video, we break down the crucial difference between Real Time and Virtual Time — and why your real-life clock has nothing to do with how the case progresses.
For all the doubters, I am ending a 20 minute CCS Case in 10 seconds!
Walk through for the March 10, 2026 Software Update and CCSQB USMLE Step 3 Qbank
Step 3 CCS Walk through.
Explanation of the changes made to counseling in the USMLE Step 3 CCS Portion
Walk through for how the USMLE Step 3 CCS Cases Clock Works.
How to end a USMLE Step 3 CCS Case
Explanation of the Step 3 USMLE CCS Cases Report Card Feature
Customers will tell us that when they're done with a case, they will just let the clock run out! To end a case, you need to advance the clock!