What is OET and what is it used for?
The OET (Occupational English Test) is an English language proficiency exam specifically designed for healthcare professionals. It assesses the English language skills of individuals in a healthcare work environment.
Key Features:
Audience: Healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, and other medical practitioners who wish to work or study in English-speaking countries.
Structure: The test evaluates four skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking, with content tailored to the candidate's specific healthcare profession.
Writing: Writing a professional letter, such as a referral or discharge letter.
Speaking: Simulating real-life professional scenarios with patients or colleagues.
Focus on Specialized Language: The content and questions are based on real-life healthcare scenarios, focusing on medical and professional English.
Application:
Work and Migration: OET is widely accepted by healthcare boards and governments in English-speaking countries such as Australia, the UK, New Zealand, and others, for assessing English proficiency for work visas or residency.
Professional Registration: OET results are often required for professional registration and licensing in healthcare fields in many countries.