The document discusses the OET exam, which tests English language proficiency for healthcare professionals. It covers the four test modules - listening, reading, writing and speaking. The listening test has two parts, as does the reading test. The writing test consists of one task to write a letter. The speaking test involves a 20 minute individual interview. Tips for the exam include practicing English daily, making a test plan, reading regularly, explaining with detail, listening to samples, and most importantly, practicing frequently. The document provides an overview of the OET exam format and requirements.

1. OET Modules & Exam Tips
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2. What is OET ?
OET stands for Occupational English Test, it is recognised Australia,
New-Zealand, Singapore.
OET is a specially designed for health-care sector practitioners
who are moving to English speaking context.
OET test proves the English language proficiency in a healthcare
sector.
The maximum time limit for the test is 3 hours. The OET test
is valid for 2 years from the date the test is taken.
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3. OET Exam Modules
OET consists of four modules :
The test-taker has to score a minimum of grade-B in each skill
to satisfy the professional boards requirements.
In order to meet the requirements of AMC (Australian Medical
Council), the test-taker has to pass in all the modules in one
sitting.
Listening Reading Writing
OET
Speaking
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4. Who Can Take The OET Test?
There is one test for each profession based on a typical workplace situation and the demands of the
profession.
A nurse does the task for nursing, a dentist does the task for dentistry, and so on.
There are OET tests the following professions:
• Dentistry
• Pharmacy
• Dietetics
• Physiotherapy
• Medicine
• Podiatry
• Nursing
• Radiography
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Pathology
• Optometry
• Veterinary Science
• Related medical professions
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5. 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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6. 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.
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7. 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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8. 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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9. 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!
• Follow the dot points in order not to be confused
• Listen to the samples on the OET website
• OET is much more relevant to medical profession
• Start preparing for the test well ahead of time
• And, as always… practise, practise, PRACTISE.
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