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Make OET part of your international recruitment and training workflow.

The value of OET to the NHS

OET - English language test for healthcare professionals

Safeguards patients and ensures quality care

Overseas staff with OET have the standard of English needed for safe and effective practice as determined by the NMC, GMC and other UK regulators.

Speeds up the recruitment process

Comfort with the healthcare context of the test and extensive preparation support helps candidates be successful, moving through to registered status faster than before.

Supports with English beyond the test

The practical tasks in OET mimic those encountered in the workplace, so recruits with OET are ready for day 1 on the wards.

A growing number of NHS Trusts and healthcare organisations are embedding OET into their international recruitment

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“Even though I studied hard with an OET preparation provider and passed OET, I still have to keep learning English.”

Shinu, OET candidate from India now working in an English-speaking setting

Living the language

Our Living the Language guide provide guidance and top tips for overcoming the communication challenges commonly faced by nurses moving to work in English-speaking settings.

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Clinical educators’ workshops

Designed for anyone involved in the training and development of overseas staff, our English workshops provide practical advice on how to support employees with passing their OET or improving their English in general.

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OET is accepted by organisations around the world.

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