USMLE 3
The OET (Occupational English Test) is an English-language exam designed specifically for healthcare professionals. It tests the kind of English you must use safely and effectively in real clinical settings such as history taking, explaining diagnoses, and writing referral letters.
What is OET?
OET assesses your medical English communication skills, not general English like IELTS. It is accepted by medical councils, nursing boards, and regulatory bodies in many countries including Canada and the U.S. (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Dubai, etc.).
Who should choose OET?
It is commonly required for:
Exam Structure (4 Subtests)
Listening (≈ 45 minutes)
Purpose: Tests your understanding of patient conversations and lectures.
Parts:
Reading (≈ 60 minutes)
Parts:
Writing (≈ 45 minutes)
You write one clinical document, such as:
Speaking (≈ 20 minutes)
You perform two clinical role-plays with an examiner acting as a patient or relative.
Examples:
Who should choose OET?
It is commonly required for:
- Doctors
- Nurses
- Dentists
- Physiotherapists
- Pharmacists
- Radiographers
- Occupational therapists
- Other health professionals
Exam Structure (4 Subtests)
Listening (≈ 45 minutes)
Purpose: Tests your understanding of patient conversations and lectures.
Parts:
- Part A – Consultation notes completion
- Part B – Workplace conversations (MCQs)
- Part C – Medical talks and interviews (MCQs)
Reading (≈ 60 minutes)
Parts:
- Part A (15 min): Fast reading of medical texts (matching, gap-fill)
- Part B: Workplace documents (policies, guidelines)
- Part C: Long medical articles with comprehension questions
Writing (≈ 45 minutes)
You write one clinical document, such as:
- Referral letter
- Discharge letter
- Transfer letter
- Advice letter
Speaking (≈ 20 minutes)
You perform two clinical role-plays with an examiner acting as a patient or relative.
Examples:
- Breaking bad news
- Taking history
- Counselling
- Explaining procedures
- Handling concerns
Scoring System
A: 450+ Excellent
B: 350-440 Pass (Most Medical Councils require this)
C+: 300-340 Borderline
C: 200-290 Weak
D: 100-190 Fail
Doctors usually need at least B in all four components
Focus areas:
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Medical letter structure (Writing)
- Listening Part A note-taking
- Polite, empathetic language (Speaking)
- Skimming/scanning techniques (Reading)
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Profession-specific English training
- OET-style role plays and letter writing
- Personalized feedback on writing & speaking
- Small group interactive coaching
- Real clinical scenarios & communication skills
- Suitable for both first-time and repeat candidates
Our Preparation Strategy
Fees
$ 999 CAD + Applicable Tax
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Exam Frequency & Result Time
- Available almost every month
- Results in about 16–20 days( max)