Find all the important information you need to prepare for your Occupational English Test exam here!
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Where can I take the OET exam?
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When can I take the exam?
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How do I book my exam?
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How long will it take to get my results?
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What will my results look like?
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Preparing for your OET exam
Where can I take the OET exam?
Although CELT is the only Premium Preparation Provider in Wales, there are many venues in the UK that host the exam including Cardiff, London and 18 other major cities across the UK.
And because OET is a global exam, there are test centres in many different countries with new test centres opening all the time.
Last year, the exam was launched on the computer for a limited time – meaning you were able to take the exam at home! OET have currently paused this to prepare for a full launch. Click here for more information on OET@Home.
- Birmingham
- Bournemouth
- Brighton
- Cambridge
- Cardiff
- Chelmsford
- East Budleigh
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- Leeds
- Leicester
- London
- Londonderry
- Manchester
- Melton Mowbray
- Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
- Nottingham
- Portsmouth
- Torquay- Devon
- Worcester
For more information on test locations click here.
When can I take the exam?
There are test dates in Cardiff at least once a month. However, check the exam application closing date to make sure that you can register for the dates you want.
Here are the dates that have been published so far in 2021 (correct as of January 2021):
Saturday 20 February 2021
Applications open: 16 Oct to 25 Jan
Saturday 20 March 2021
Applications open: 16 Oct to 22 Feb
Saturday 24 April 2021
Applications open: 13 Nov to 23 Mar
Sunday 9 May 2021
Applications open: 13 Nov to 13 Apr
Saturday 26 June 2021
Applications open: 13 Nov to 31 May
For a full list of dates, click here.
How do I book my exam?
To book your exam you will need:
- Credit card or payment details
- Digital passport photo
- Identification document
Visit the official OET website to apply for an exam.
How long will it take to get my results?
You will be able to see your test scores on your online profile on the official OET website 3 weeks after the test.
What will my results look like?
Your Statement of Results will show your score for each of the four sub-tests, on a scale from 0 to 500.
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Top tip: Remember to check with your professional body what scores you need and whether you can combine the results of two tests for professional recognition. |
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Preparing for your OET exam:
There are a variety of options available to help you prepare for your exam.
There is lots of free content available on the Occupational English Test’s website such as sample tests and a Start for Success package which includes videos, lessons, sample answers and guides.
If you are looking for additional tuition, we offer a range of courses to suit your needs.
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Did you know: CELT is the only Premium Provider in Wales and only one of three providers worldwide endorsed as a Premium Provider for OET Nursing AND OET Medicine, so you will be in the best hands. |
Check out our courses below:
This face-to-face classroom option is suitable for nurses and doctors who would like an overview of the test strategies and techniques needed for success in all parts of the exam listening, reading, writing and speaking) and who need help to increase their chances of test success.
The online course is dynamic and interactive, with multiple activities, video and audio inputs, tips and ideas from healthcare experts and lots of test practice.
Our most popular option combines online learning with a series of one-to-one lessons with a qualified OET teacher.
This face-to-face classroom option is suitable for nurses and doctors who have specific, individual needs and weaknesses in one or more areas.
Suitable for nurses and doctors who have specific, individual needs and weaknesses in the writing sub-test.