OET Exam Dates 2024: Plan Your Path to Success

Kasturika Samanta

6 min read

Updated On Aug 26, 2024

The OET, held 14 times yearly, is crucial for healthcare job applicants. To book the OET exam date, know the cost, documents required, and test modes. Register early, choose your test mode and location, and prepare well to achieve a high score.

Essential Information to Know before Booking OET Exam Dates
Upcoming Dates for OET Exam Booking
Step-by-step Guide for Booking the OET Exam
Conclusion

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The Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment Trust (CBLA) organizes the OET (Occupational English Test), which is held 14 times a year for applicants looking for jobs in the healthcare sector in various nations. The 2024 OET exam schedule has been released.

As the registration window remains open for a limited period, it is important to be aware of the upcoming OET exam dates. So, in this article, apart from some help on booking, you will get to know the OET exam dates 2024 for both paper-based and computer-based tests.

Essential Information to Know before Booking OET Exam Dates

It is certain that no one can jump to the booking process before knowing some essential information about the exam or the process of booking. Therefore, find out details on the cost, documents required, modes, etc., before knowing the dates of the OET exam.

Approximate Cost of the OET Exam

The OET exam fee for the test conducted in Australia is $587AUD, which costs approximately Rs. 32,980 in Indian currency. Similarly, the OET exam fee in the US costs around US $455.

Modes of the OET exam

Bookings for OET on paper and OET on computer at a test location closes seven days before the exam date. Similarly, OET@Home bookings close 7 days before the test date.

Documents needed to book an OET exam

To book an OET test, you will need the following documents:

A digital passport-size photo
Payment or credit card information – MasterCard and Visa are accepted at OET and all payments are handled by eWAY or Stripe.
Your photo identification: This will either be a passport or a National government-issued identity.

For further detailed information on documents, exam centres, etc., check OET exam booking.

Read on to learn more about the available dates and the deadline as well as the full guide to OET test booking.

Upcoming Dates for OET Exam Booking

If you need more time to prepare, don’t forget that you can apply for any of the next three tests and the next text before applying for the OET test. Applying early will give you plenty of time to prepare and increase your chances of getting accepted. Additionally, keep in mind that you have to apply three weeks before to the test day. Dates of OET Tests in 2024 are listed in the tables below.

OET Dates for Paper-Based Exam

The official OET on Paper exam dates for 2024 have already been announced. If you intend to take the OET exam this year, make sure to review the official dates shown below before your OET Registration.

OET Dates for Computer-Based Exam

If you are comfortable with computer, it is recommended that you register for the computer-based OET exam. The official dates for the OET computer exam for 2024 have already been announced. In case you want to take the OET exam this year, see the official dates listed below.

Sometimes, due to unforeseen circumstances, candidates postpone their OET exam. Although it is advisable to be sure of the date and place you choose, you should also be aware of the process of how to reschedule OET exam date.

Step-by-step Guide for Booking the OET Exam

There are two steps to book the date and exam centre for the OET exam.

Step 1: Registering Your Candidate Profile

Check out the official webpage.

Click the ‘Book a Test’ button.

Candidates will be taken to another page that states, ‘Book a Test.’

Search for your nearest test center and click on the ‘Find a test’ button.
You’ll get the nearest test centers around your desired location. Click on the ‘Book Now’ option for your desired test location.
By selecting ‘Book Now,’ a form will open in which candidates must submit their information.
Candidates must check the box and then click the ‘Sign Up’ button.

Make certain that you have read and can comprehend all the OET terms and conditions and exam requirements.

Your myOET account can be used to arrange your first test, apply for a resit, organize your applications, and view your OET exam results. Simply follow the instructions on the website.

It is crucial to remember the email address you have used to create your myOET login account since all communications from OET will be delivered to that address. Check your email on a frequent basis, not just the Inbox, but also the Spam and Junk folders, in case your test details have changed.

Step 2: Booking the Correct Test

Examine your schedule, preferred test mode and location, and occupation.
Choose the appropriate test according to your medical speciality.
Proceed to the payment page.
Fill down your credit card information on the secure screen to complete your booking.

Search for an OET testing centre near you or in a location that is convenient for you. Examine all of the available dates for the OET test as well. You should be aware that not all of the 12 OET exam occupations are available for testing in all locations on all dates. Make sure to double-check everything.

Choose at least three days for your OET test because the initial date you want to schedule may be unavailable if the test facility is already at capacity. Also, be prepared to retake the test if you do not attain the desired score on the first attempt. As a result, it’s a good idea to keep a couple of dates in mind.

Conclusion

OET was intricately crafted to help represent workplace tasks for 12 healthcare professions, replicating authentic challenges and assessing vital language proficiencies essential for the healthcare sector. It stands as a tailored assessment that not only evaluates language abilities but also ensures healthcare professionals are equipped to excel in real-world healthcare settings.

Now that you know all the details of the OET Exam, it is time to roll up your sleeves and start preparing for it for a top OET score. All the best!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the OET occur just once in a year?

No, the OET is conducted multiple times every year for 12 different medical professionals, including Dentistry, Dietetics, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Radiography, Speech Pathology and Veterinary Science across various countries such as Australia, Canada, Ireland, Maldives, Malta, Namibia, New Zealand, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Spain, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and the United States of America.

Which date should I book for the OET?

It is a subjective choice and depends entirely upon your preference. The OET occurs multiple times in a year and the dates and venue (for OET on paper and computer) are predetermined by the OET administration. That said, you may choose any date that you feel would be most appropriate for you to give your OET. However, you must always choose a date when you believe you are well prepared for the test.

Can I change the venue for the OET on paper other than the ones mentioned in the list?

The OET administration predetermines the venue for the OET on paper, as is the case with the OET dates. These venues are testing partners for the OET, and hence you have to choose one among them. However, if you want to change the venue of the test and choose a different venue mentioned in the list of OET testing partners, you may do that provided it is done before the OET registration date ends with the fee of $120. Always plan well in advance as to which venue suits you the most, depending upon your convenience, in order to evade unnecessary trouble.

Are the dates of registration for’ OET at home’ and ‘OET on the computer at a test venue’ the same as ‘OET on paper’ ?

No, OET on the modes other than the OET on paper, i.e., on the computer at a test venue and OET at home, have different registration dates. They do not follow the similar opening and closing window for submitting your application. The registration window for OET on the computer at a test venue closes 10 days before the actual date of the OET you are registering for. For the OET at home, the registration window closes 7 days before the actual date of the OET you are registering for.

Do I need to take all the subtests of the OET together?

The OET on paper requires you to appear for all the subtests together, i.e. Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. However, for the OET at home and OET on a computer at a test venue, the listening, reading and writing subtests must be attempted on the same day, but the OET Speaking can be given five days prior to or after the LRW test date. You need to ensure that you appear for all the subtests; otherwise, it won’t be considered a valid attempt (if only you are not appearing for just a particular subtest of the OET after completing an initial OET including all the tasks.)