Occupational English Test OET
Course Overview
OET Preparation Course is an intensive course which aims to prepare and equip healthcare professionals, with fundamental knowledge and skill set along with test-taking techniques
The course covers all Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking along with two minor sub-skills including Vocabulary and Grammar specified for both verbal and written medical communications.
Course Content
The class methodology is built upon skill-based and topical syllabus which intends to cover all four modules namely Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking as well as two minor sub-skills including Vocabulary and Grammar specified for both verbal and written medical communications.
| Weeks | Contents |
|---|---|
| 1st Week | Grammar for OET, Exercises, Assignments, Nursing and Medical Vocabulary, General Vocabulary |
| 2nd Week | Listening – Do's Don't,Developing your Listening skills, Listening Strategies, Listening Tips, Consultation Tips, Practice Test, Exercises, Assignments |
| 3rd Week | Reading - Practice Test, Exercises, Assignments |
| 4th Week | Writing & Speaking - Practice Test , Exercises, Assignments |
| 5th Week | Practice Tests Exercises, Assignments |
| 6th Week | Practice Tests Exercises, Assignments |
Occupational English Test (OET)
OET is an international English language test that assesses the language proficiency of healthcare professionals who seek to register and practise in an English-speaking environment.It provides a valid and reliable assessment of all four language skills – Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking with an emphasis on communication in healthcare settings.
OET tests health professionals from the following 12 professions:
Dentistry
Dietetics
Medicine
Nursing
Optometry
Occupational Therapy
Pharmacy
Physiotherapy
Podiatry
Radiography
Speech Pathology
Veterinary Science
Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment Trust (CBLA):
Criambridge English Language Assessment, a part of the university of Cambridge, worlds leading provider of language assessment.
Every year over 4 million people in more than 130 countries take Cambridge English exams
Box Hill Institute, Melbourne, Australia, is a leading vocational and higher education provider.
Language Testing Research Center (LTRC) at University of Melbourne
Designed and developed by Professor Tim McNamara at the University of Melbourne. (IELTS)
Benefits of Occupational English Test (OET)
Gives confidence in the language competency of practising healthcare professionals
Optimises communication with patients, carers and colleagues, in turn improving the quality of care.
Establishes a fair way to select internationally trained health professionals.
Attracts candidates committed to excellence and professionalism.
Who recognises Occupational English Test (OET) ?
Recognised and trusted by regulatory healthcare boards and councils in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore.
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.
OET Exam Format
The Occupational English Test is an alternative to the IELTS for health care professionals. It contains 4 parts such as
Listening (approximately 50 minutes)
Reading (60 minutes)
Writing (45 minutes)
Speaking (approximately 20 minutes)
OET Program Fee, Duration
OET 2.0 Medicine for Doctors (MBBS) with 10 practice tests (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) Rs.15,000
OET 2.0 Medicine for Doctors (MBBS) with 20 practice tests (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) Rs.22,000
OET 2.0 Nursing for Nurses (BSc, MSc) with 10 practice tests (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) Rs.15,000
OET 2.0 Nursing for Nurses (BSc, MSc) with 20 practice tests (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) Rs.22,000
OET 2.0 Dentistry for Dentist (BDS, MDS) with 10 practice tests (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) Rs.15,000
OET 2.0 Dentistry for Dentist (BDS, MDS) with 20 practice tests (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) Rs.22,000
6 weeks Program Rs.20,000/- (Rupees Twenty Thousand Only)
4 weeks Program Rs. 15,000/- (Rupees Fifteen Thousand Only)
OET Program Time
Morning Batch: 10:00 am to 12:00 noon (Monday to Friday)
Evening Batch: 03:00 pm to 5:00 pm (Monday to Friday)
Saturday: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Admissions
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FAQ on OET
What is the OET?
OET is designed to assess the English language skills of candidates who want to study or work in countries where English is the language of communication.Why is the OET required?
Applicants who wish to travel to the UK or Ireland must satisfy the NMC/NMBI that they have necessary knowledge to communicate effectively in practice. Communication is defined as speaking, reading, listening and writing. Candidates must prove proficiency in these 4 sections.Where is OET recognised?
OET is trusted by regulators, hospitals & universities in the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Dubai and Singapore as proof of ability to communicate effectively.What does the test consist of?
The OET covers all 4 language skills with emphasis on communication in a healthcare environment.What areas does the test examine?
OET examines 4 areas, Reading, Writing, Listening and Speech. Reading; 60-minute exam consisting of 42 questions. This section examines expeditious reading tasks and careful reading tasks. Writing; 45-minute exam consisting of 2 questions. There is one task set for each profession based on a typical workplace situation and the demands of the profession – a nurse does the task for nursing. Listening; Approx. 40-minute exam consisting of 42 questions. The listening is broken into 3 sections, you will hear consultation extracts, workplace extracts and presentation extracts. Speaking; approx. 20-minute exam. This section is a role play scenario. In each role-play, you take your professional role (as a nurse) while the interlocutor plays a patient.Is OET accepted in Dubai?
Yes OET is accepted in Dubai as proof of English proficiency.
