What does the CORE Exam consist of?

What does the CORE Exam consist of?

The CORE Exam consists of four modules that assess dermatology’s major clinical areas – medical, pediatric, surgical, and dermatopathology. Each 2-hour module consists of 75-100 multiple-choice items. Residents can sit for a maximum of 2 modules in their first sitting and take up to 4 modules thereafter, based on the administration. Residents may take the modules in any order they choose. For more information, see CORE Exam Study Guide, Certification Pathway Content Overview, Sample Items, and CORE Exam Dermpath Module – Sample Virtual DP Items.