The Institute of Career Development is an authorized test center for OET. Our center provides a conducive environment for candidates to take their tests, ensuring all necessary facilities The Institute of Career Development is an authorized test center for OET. Our center provides a conducive environment for candidates to take their tests, ensuring all necessary facilities and support are available.
Institute of Career Development
is an authorized test center for Occupational English Test
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Occupational English Test
OET is a healthcare-specific English language test. It assesses the language proficiency of healthcare professionals looking to register and practice in an English- speaking environment. It provides a valid and reliable assessment of all four language skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking – with an emphasis on communication in medical and health professional settings.
Why Choose OET?
OET is an excellent choice for healthcare professionals seeking to prove their English proficiency in a manner that is relevant, recognized, and beneficial to their career. Its focus on healthcare-specific content, widespread acceptance, and practical relevance make it a standout option among English language tests.
Profession-Specific: OET focuses on the language skills needed in 12 healthcare professions.
Improved Patient Communication: Preparing for OET helps improve the specific communication skills needed in a healthcare setting. This can lead to better patient interactions and improved patient care, as practitioners are better equipped to understand and convey complex medical information.
Career Advancement: Achieving a high score on the OET can enhance your professional credentials and open up opportunities for career advancement. Many healthcare professionals take OET to meet language requirements for registration, licensure, or migration, thereby enabling them to work in countries where English is the primary language.
Confidence and Familiarity: Because the test content is healthcare-focused, candidates often find OET less daunting than other general English language tests. The familiarity with the subject matter can boost confidence and performance, making it easier to achieve the required scores.
Test Structure
In the Occupational English Test (OET), the test structure varies slightly depending on the profession (e.g., nursing, medicine, dentistry). However, the general structure includes four sub-tests:
Listening:
The OET Listening sub-test is structured as follows:
Total Duration: Approximately 40 minutes
Total Number of Questions: 42
Parts in the Sub-Test:
Part A: Accounts for 24 marks
Part B: Accounts for 6 marks
Part C: Accounts for 12 marks
Reading:
The OET Reading sub-test is structured as follows:
Total Duration: 60 minutes in duration
Total Number of Questions: 42
Parts in the Sub-Test:
Part A: Accounts for 20 marks,
Part B: Accounts for 6 marks
Part C: Accounts for 16 marks.
Writing:
The OET Writing sub-test is structured as follows:
Total Duration: 45 mins in duration
Formal letter on a profession-specific matter using case notes
Marked by OET assessors using six assessment criteria
Speaking:
The OET Writing sub-test is structured as follows:
Total Duration: Approximately 20 minutes
Two profession-specific roleplays (5 mins each)
Marked by OET assessors using official assessment criteria
Who Can Take OET?
OET is available for the following healthcare professions:
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Radiography
- Physiotherapy
- Veterinary Science
- Dietetics
- Occupational Therapy
- Optometry
- Podiatry
- Speech Pathology
These professionals take the OET as it assesses their ability to communicate effectively in healthcare settings, with tasks that reflect real workplace scenarios. Many regulatory healthcare boards and councils, as well as universities and colleges, accept OET as proof of English proficiency.
Test Day Information
- Identification: Bring a valid, original photo ID (such as a passport or national ID card). Ensure it matches the information you provided during registration…
- Arrival Time: Arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Personal Items: Do not bring personal belongings, such as bags, electronic devices, or notes into the test room. There will usually be a designated area to store personal items.
- Test Rules and Regulations: Follow all instructions given by the test administrators and adhere to the test center’s rules. Any form of cheating or misconduct may result in disqualification.
Exam Centers
Institute of Career Development
(Allama Iqbal Open University Lahore Campus)
Exam Venue: Allama Iqbal open university 346, Raza Block Allama Iqbal Town, Lahore, Punjab
Email Us: exams@icd.org.pk
Call Us:03164487785 | 03171170215
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Institute Of Career Development
(Bahria University Lahore Campus)
Exam Venue: Bahria University 47C civic center Johar town block D2 phase 1 Lahore, Punjab
Email Us: exams@icd.org.pk
Call Us:03164487785 | 03171170215
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Institute Of Career Development
(University Of Faisalabad Campus)
Exam Venue: University of Faisalabad Canal Road, Faisal Town, Faisalabad.
Email Us: exams@icd.org.pk
Call us:0333 6580928
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Mandatory Instructions:
You’re not allowed to bring in exam room following items :
- Any paper
- Writing materials (e.g., pens, pencils, or highlighters) – Test Centre will provide stationary
- Correction fluid or tape
- Bags, notes or study materials
- Dictionaries or thesauruses
- Jewellery
- Electronic items such as phones, headsets, MP3 players, cameras, and watches.
- MP3 players
- Watches
- Mobile phones
- Tablets
- Camera
- Bags
- Heavy Jackets etc.
We recommend taking a bag with you so you can keep your phone and other restricted items together while you take the test.
Lockers
- You will be provided individual locker to store your personal belongings before you allowed to enter exam room. Locker key will be remain with you till end of all exam sessions. You can access locker only during break between Written Sub Tests and Speaking Tests.
You can bring:
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- Any Paper
- Any paper
- Writing materials (e.g., pens, pencils, or highlighters) – Test Centre will provide stationary
- Correction fluid or tape
- Bags, notes or study materials
- Dictionaries or thesauruses
- Jewellery
- Electronic items such as phones, headsets, MP3 players, cameras, and watches.
- MP3 players
- Watches
- Mobile phones
- Tablets
- Camera
- Bags
- Heavy Jackets etc.
We recommend taking a bag with you so you can keep your phone and other restricted items together while you take the test.
Candidates with special considerations
Candidates who have pre-existing medical conditions which may impact OET Exam must see
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and apply in advance using this form Click Here
Headphones for Listening Module
- Headphones are provided for listening module
In Lahore and Faisalabad test centers (Pk004, Pk008 and Pk005)
Exam Booking and Result
How To register
To register for the Occupational English Test (OET), you need to follow these steps:
Create an OET Account:
- Go to the official OET website: OET Official Website.
- Click on the “Login” button at the top right corner.
- Click on “Sign Up” and fill in the required details to create an account. Click here
Log In to Your Account:
- After creating your account, log in with your email and password.
Select the Test Date and Venue:
- Once logged in, go to the “Apply” section.
- Choose your preferred test date and location from the available options.
OET Exam dates
For choosing the suitable date for exam please Click Here
Fill in Personal and Professional Details:
- You will need to provide your personal information, including identification details.
- Fill in your professional details, such as your occupation and qualification.
Upload Required Documents:
- You may be required to upload a copy of your passport or other identification documents.
- Make sure your documents are clear and meet the specified requirements.
Make Payment:
- Proceed to the payment section and pay the exam fee.
- OET accepts various payment methods, including credit/debit cards and PayPal.
Confirmation:
- After successful payment, you will receive a confirmation email with your test details.
Make sure to save this confirmation for future reference.
Result
Results for OET on Paper at a venue are available 17 days after the test date
Recognition
Australia:
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- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
- Australian Institute of Radiography (AIR)
- Department of Home Affairs (for visa purposes)
United Kingdom:
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- General Medical Council (GMC)
- Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
New Zealand:
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- Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
- Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ)
- New Zealand Immigration (for visa purposes)
Ireland:
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- Medical Council of Ireland
- Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
United States:
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- Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)
- Several state boards of nursing and medical boards
Canada:
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- Various healthcare regulatory bodies and institutions
Singapore:
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- Singapore Medical Council (SMC)
- Singapore Nursing Board (SNB)
Dubai:
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- Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
Namibia:
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- Health Professions Councils of Namibia
FAQs
1- How much does it cost to reschedule?
- The cost to reschedule varies based on your test type, where you take the test and when reschedule your test.
OET on Paper at a venue:
Bookings close 24 days before the test date.
- If you reschedule before bookings close for your original test date, the rescheduling fee isAU$120.
- If you reschedule after bookings close for your original test date, the rescheduling fee is AU$200.
For booking closing dates, visit: “Book a test”
2- Can I request re-marking?
- If you believe your scores don’t reflect your performance on the OET Test, we welcome you to request a re-marking. You can request a re-mark of one or more sub-tests within 72 hours of your results being published. Your grade may increase, stay the same, or decrease after re-marking. Remember, re-marking is final, and your test will only be re-marked once.Also see the OET Re-marking Policy for more details.
3- How do I see my OET Test results?
- We know you’ll be excited to see your OET Test results, so we make it easy to find and download them from your OET account. Here’s how:For OET on Paper at a venue:
- Log into your OET account: registration.myoet.com/login.jsp
- On the dashboard with your test details, scroll to the Grade column to view your results.
- On the left side of your test details, click one black triangle under the Action column, then click Download statement of results to download your results certificate.
4- How do I give organizations permission to view my results online?
- Sharing your OET Test results is simple. You can give organizations that recognize the OET Test direct access to your secure test results in your OET account.Our platforms allow you to manage which organizations can view and verify your results, as well as to remove access to your results at any time.Here’s how to share your OET Test results for our different test types: OET on Paper at a venue:
- Log in to your OET account.
- Locate your OET Test booking and click the drop-down arrow
- Click Manage Verifier Access
- Search the organization by their full name i.e., Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Choose the organization from the list
- Click Save.
Repeat these steps for each organization and OET Test as required.
Check out our video for a helpful demonstration: https://youtu.be/bptErXjhH1Q
5- How many sub-tests can I take/book?
- OET on Paper at a venue: When you book the OET Test for the first time, you can book the full OET Test (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking) for OET on Paper.After your first OET Test, you’ll then be able to book one or more sub-tests.
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