What is OET?
The Occupational English Test (OET) is a specifically designed English language proficiency assessment. It evaluates their ability to effectively communicate in English within a healthcare setting. OET is widely recognized and accepted by regulatory healthcare bodies in various English-speaking countries. OET comprises four modules that assess different language skills crucial for healthcare professionals. These modules include:
Test Format
Listening
The 45-minute OET listening test assesses how well you understand spoken English in healthcare situations.
Reading
Across three parts, candidates spend approximately 60 minutes demonstrating their reading comprehension skills through the OET reading test.
Writing
To assess your writing skills in a healthcare context, the OET provides 45 minutes for you to analyze patient case notes (given 5 minutes to read) and write a professional letter based on the information.
Speaking
To assess your verbal communication skills in healthcare settings, the OET conducts a 20-minute role-play session where you interact with an examiner acting as a patient or carer.