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OET (Occupational English Test) is designed to meet the specific English Language requirements for pursuing a career in Health Care Sector. Passing OET help the healthcare professionals to claim their proficiency in English language which is needed at their workplace and learning environment.
Many organisations, including hospitals, universities and colleges, are using OET as proof of a candidate’s ability to communicate effectively in a demanding healthcare environment.
Only qualified healthcare professionals who wish to work or study in the healthcare sector in Australia, Canada, Ireland, Maldives, Malta, Namibia, New Zealand, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, and the United States of America are required to submit an application for the OET test in order to demonstrate their level of English proficiency and ability to provide superior healthcare.
All Units evidence based assessment. You cannot fail an NVQ, you are either competent or not yet competent. Unlike with academic qualifications there are no exams to fail and re-sit.
| OET Exam Pattern/ Sections |
Test Duration |
OET Description |
|---|---|---|
| Listening |
45 minutes |
The Listening subsection is divided into 3 parts that test the candidates listening capabilities in various formats. |
| Reading |
60 minutes |
The Reading subsection is divided into 3 parts that test the candidates reading capabilities in various formats. |
| Writing |
45 minutes |
The Writing subsection is profession-specific and requires candidates to write a letter of reference. |
| Speaking |
20 minutes |
The Writing subsection is profession-specific and requires candidates to enact a roleplay from the healthcare environment. |
OET offers test in three different modes. The exam pattern and difficulty level remains the same, irrespective of mode of test.
