OET Modules & Exam Tips

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What is OET ?
OET stands for Occupational English Test, it is recognised by Australia,
New-Zealand, Singapore.

OET is specially designed for health-care sector practitioners who are

moving to English speaking context.

The maximum time limit for the test is 3 hours. The OET result is valid
for 2 years from the date the test is taken.

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OET Exam Modules

OET consists of four modules :

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Listening

Reading

Writing

Speaking

The test-taker has to score a minimum of grade-B in each skill

to satisfy the professional boards requirements.

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Who Can Take The OET Test?

There are OET tests the following professions an take:

Dentistry

Pharmacy
Dietetics

Physiotherapy
Medicine
Podiatry
Nursing

Radiography

Occupational Therapy
Speech Pathology
Optometry

Veterinary Science

Related medical professions

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OET Listening Test

The OET listening test can be a challenge for numerous candidates.
It consists of two parts :

Part A - Is a consultation between two people

usually lasts 8-10 minutes.

Part B is a short lecture with just one person

speaking usually lasts 25-30 minutes.

With regular practice and the right guidance,

you can easily ace the test.

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OET Reading Test

The Reading test consists of two parts and takes 60
minutes to complete. It contains two papers.
Part A Is 15 minutes
Part B test lasts for 45 minutes
In order to ace in the reading test,

Try to speak as much English as you can.

This will help you get a better understanding of grammar

and sentence structure.

OET Writing Test

For the Writing test, you only have one task
and it takes 45 minutes to complete.

Within this section you must write a letter

based on the profession you have chosen.
Organise your writing in such a

way that it impresses the examiner.

You can use your medical knowledge

in this section as it is a profession based task.

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OET Speaking Test

The Speaking sub-test is delivered individually and takes
around 20 minutes.

In this section you are being tested

on your ability to communicate,

especially with difficult patients.

The majority of time is devoted to you
to show off your speaking skills. The
interviewer will be advised to speak

minimally unless prompted by you with questions.

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OET Tips
Here are some tips that may help you with your OET test :
Try to speak English as often as you can

You need to make a plan before you start the exam.

Get into the habit of reading every day.

Explain everything in much detail as possible.

Manage Time effectively in test.

Listen to the samples on the OET website

OET is relevant to all medical sectors.

Start preparing for the test well ahead of time

And, as always practice, practice, PRACTICE .

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