OET

• What is OET?

OET was designed in the late 1980s by Professor Tim McNamara, under the guidance of NOOSR. The Occupational English Test is an English language test for people interested in the healthcare sector. This examination generally tests the communication skill of healthcare professionals. OET is available in case of 12 professions namely, dentistry, dietetics, medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, podiatry, radiography, speech pathology, and veterinary science. The test has been researched and developed continuously since the time it has been introduced so as to ensure that it has kept up with current theory and practice in language assessment. OET is recognised in many countries such as Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, USA, Ireland, Dubai, Singapore, Namibia, Ukraine and many others as this test gives a proof of a candidate’s ability to communicate effectively in the healthcare sector. 

• Why OET?

OET Exam is beneficial and is appeared by candidates for the following reasons:

1. OET is an English language test designed specifically for the healthcare sector. It plays a great role in the case of healthcare environments. Taking OET can help you to learn how to communicate with patients in a safe, controlled environment.
2. This test will help you to prepare and practise communication tasks that you can expect to find when you are working in English speaking country with a healthcare role, which will definitely boost your confidence.
3. While preparing for this exam, you’re not just preparing to pass a test, as is the case with other English language tests. Rather you’re preparing to work in an English-speaking medical setting which will guide you to a successful career.
4. This exam is recognised in many countries such as Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, USA, Ireland, Dubai, Singapore, Namibia, Ukraine and many others. Appearing this test will give you ample opportunity to start your career in the healthcare sector abroad. 

• Why Elan Educate?

Elan Academy works towards enhancing the knowledge and abilities of the individuals and takes them close to their dream.  

1. The individuals get free and relevant study material and many essential tips that can be very helpful while learning something new.
2. The tutors are highly talented and professional who make it easy for the individuals to grab the new concepts and techniques. 
3. Both online and offline training facilities are present which makes it easy for the individuals to gain knowledge in their comfortable space. 
4. The learning environment is made such that all the students feel comfortable and confident in clearing their queries and experimenting their skills. 
5. We focus on one-to-one attention to ensure that each student is able to receive the best service available.
6. This course with Elan Educate will be your leap of faith to ensure a brighter and successful future.

4. Learning outcomes

1. Get detailed knowledge about the exam and its relating syllabus
2. Knowledge about English vocabulary relating to the exam
3. Develop analytical as well as critical thinking skills that can help in comprehending medical research papers. 
4. Correct interpretation of Spoken English by the help of listening practices

• Syllabus for OET

Listening Section

The Listening subtest consists of a total of 42 questions divided into 3 parts. 

• Part A (Consultation Extracts)

• Part B (Short Workplace Extracts)

• Part C (Presentation Extracts)

Reading Section

With a total duration of 60 minutes, the Reading section is made up of 42 questions, divided into 3 parts.

• Part A (Expeditious Reading)

• Part B (Careful Reading)

• Part C (Careful Reading)

Writing Section

With a total duration of 45 minutes, the Writing section requires the candidate to write a letter, usually a letter of reference in his/her field of specialty. The candidate would be provided with background information to his task which he may or may not incorporate into his reference letter. This particular task is profession-specific.

Speaking Section

With a total duration of 20 minutes, candidates are required to individually enact their professional role in real-life scenarios in a professional healthcare environment. A profession-specific exercise, candidates are required to roleplay their profession while the panelist plays a patient for the first part, and the roles are reversed in the latter. Candidates are given 3 minutes to prepare for each side before the start of each act. The roleplays are basically based on mock workplace situations that reflect the mood of the healthcare environment.