OET
Occupational English Test
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Occupational English Test
OET is an international English language test that assesses the language communication skills of healthcare professionals who seek to register and practise in an English-speaking environment.
OET is trusted by regulators, hospitals & universities in the UK, the US, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Dubai and Singapore as proof of ability to communicate effectively.
Listening
approx. 45 minutes
Same content for all healthcare professions.
Follow and understand a range of health-related spoken materials such as patient consultations and lectures.
Reading
60 minutes
Same content for all healthcare professions.
Read and understand different types of text on health-related subjects
Writing
45 minutes
Specific to profession, based on typical workplace situations.
The task is to write a letter, usually a referral letter. Sometimes, especially for some professions, a different type of letter is required: e.g. a letter of transfer or discharge, or a letter to advise or inform a patient, carer, or group.
Speaking
approx. 20 minutes
Specific to profession, based on typical workplace situations.
In a private room you will take part in two role-plays. You take your professional role (as a healthcare professional) while the interlocutor plays a patient or client, or sometimes a relative or carer.
Do you need to take an English test to work or study in healthcare in the UK, the US, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Ukraine, Dubai, Singapore or Namibia?
Then OET is the test for you!
By taking OET you will prove you have the right level of English plus you’ll be learning the kind of language you will need every day at work.
And, that’s not all – healthcare professionals choose OET because:
OET uses real healthcare scenarios so you’ll feel more confident on test day.
OET is widely recognised as proof of English proficiency for registration, study and work in the healthcare sector, as well as for visas in some countries.
OET helps you develop language skills for success in your career – see stories about people like you.
It’s easy to prepare for the test using the OET Preparation Portal – check it out now
OET on Paper at a Test Venue
The test of choice for healthcare professionals for more than 30 years.
OET on Computer at a Test Venue
The same test you know and love but on computer.
OET@Home
The same test you know and love, on computer, at home.