OET, the English language test for healthcare professionals, will be available at three new venues in the Philippines from December 2017. The new Makati, Cebu & Baguio test venues will be managed by ACE Testing Hub.
Which English test should a nurse take?
OET
It is easy to decide, a nurse should take OET. It is designed for nurses and uses language and tasks taken from nursing to assess their English skills. Taking an English test is an essential step for nurses looking to work in an English-speaking environment, like the UK’s National Health Service (NHS).
How much is the OET exam in the Philippines?
OET Exam Fee in the Philippines To take all OET sub-tests: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking it costs around 21600 pesos (AU $587) in the Philippines.
How much is OET exam fee?
The test costs $587 AUD / $455 USD (US pricing only for those sitting OET on computer in the USA) and candidate research shows that 85% consider OET to be excellent or above average value for money.
Which is best OET or ielts?
For most people, IELTS is definitely the better choice as it covers more countries and provides you with a better understanding of complex English. On the other hand, as a healthcare professional, the OET could be the better option (even more so for nurses) because it uses profession-specific content.
Where is OET accepted?
OET is recognised by healthcare regulatory bodies and Higher Education healthcare educators, including those in the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Dubai, Ukraine and Namibia. There are over 115 test centres in 40 countries.
Which English language test is easier?
Between the PTE and the TOEFL test, the PTE has more sections that are specifically gauged towards measuring speaking and also the items are easier compared to that of the TOEFL test. Bear in mind that the TOEFL speaking is an integrated one. So the winner for the speaking section is the PTE test.
Do I need English for Nursing?
Yes, English is an important requirement for admission into nursing program. The accepted English test results vary per educational provider, but most commonly accepted tests are IELTS (Academic), PTE (Academic), OET and TOEFL iBT.
How long is OET valid for?
two years
OET results are valid for two years. This means that there might be a deadline for you to apply for your exam and you should take this into consideration before booking and sitting your OET test. You should contact the relevant authority to check their exact validity period and whether they will expire.
Is OET easier than ielts?
Which test is easier? As expected, the two tests vary in difficulty. The OET is easier in some ways because it is more specific to healthcare, so you can make use of your healthcare knowledge, vocabulary and experiences. IELTS is different to the OET – it is not specific to the healthcare profession.
How can I apply for OET in the Philippines?
Login to the booking portal and click the Apply for the test tab. If you have not taken OET before, register your details and then login to apply for the test. Ensure you have a valid ID to bring on test day. Learn about accepted IDs.
