OET
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The preferred English test for healthcare workers

The OET Test is the leading test for healthcare and the most accepted globally by healthcare regulators.

Do you need to take an English test for a career in healthcare?
We've designed our tests to mirror the language you'll use every day in healthcare settings, making it easier for you to succeed, and ensuring you're well-equipped to communicate confidently and effectively with patients, colleagues, and healthcare teams.
Opening doors worldwide
Opening doors worldwide
OET is a name that healthcare regulators, employers and educational institutions worldwide recognise and trust. Our test is recognised by 500+ in the UK, USA, CA AU, & NZ, so you can pursue your dream career
Choose between a computer-based test (results in 10 days) or paper-based test (results in 17 days)*
Choose between a computer-based test (results in 10 days) or paper-based test (results in 17 days)*
*OET Test on Computer results are released within 10 days for 95% of candidates.
The best choice for healthcare professionals
The best choice for healthcare professionals
When healthcare professionals take our test, they're demonstrating their language skills at an industry-standard level, so everyone feels confident they are equipped to succeed. So, when you prepare for the OET Test, you're preparing for your next job.
Compared to other English tests, you get more from the OET Test:

Test topics are specific to healthcare so it is easier to succeed

Test content that helps you communicate confidently in the healthcare industry

Accepted by ECFMG for medicine in the USA

Accepted for nursing license applications in 40+ US states and territories

Accepted by General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK 

Accepted by Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK

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Testimonials

OET - English language test for healthcare professionals
“I started to study for the OET Test and felt way more comfortable because I had knowledge about what the test and questions were referencing – nursing.”
Marina, Nurse from Brazil
OET - English language test for healthcare professionals
“OET is easier for healthcare professionals because the test is very similar to our day-to-day work life.”
Ekta Jain, Doctor from India
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Hear from Filipino nurse Emjee on how OET prepared her to work with the NHS:

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Emjee, Nurse from the Philippines