OET Exam Dates 2023 – Choose your OET Test Dates

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OET Exam Dates 2023 – Choose your OET Test Dates

The Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment Trust (CBLA) organizes the Occupational English Test, which is held 14 times a year for applicants looking for jobs in the healthcare sector in various nations. The 2023 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 2023.

Essential Information you need to know on OET before booking

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 exam.

Approximate cost of the OET exam

The fee for OET conducted in Australia is $587AUD and costs 30,000 (approximately) in Indian currency. Similarly, OET in the US costs around US $455.

Modes of the OET exam

  • Bookings for OET on paper and OET on a computer at a test location will close seven days before the exam 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., click here.

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

Here are the upcoming OET Exam dates and details:

Test Date Bookings Open Bookings Close Results Declared Professions
14th January, 2023 15 July, 2022 10 December, 2022 3 February, 2023 Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Radiography, Physiotherapy
28 January, 2023 15 July, 2022 02 January, 2023 17 February, 2023 Nursing, Medicine
11 February, 2023 15 July, 2022 18 January, 2023 02 March, 2023 Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Radiography, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Podiatry, Vet Science, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Speech Pathology
25 February, 2023 15 July, 2022 01 February, 2023 16 March, 2023 Nursing, Medicine
11 March, 2023 15 July, 2022 15 February, 2023 31 March, 2023 Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Radiography, Physiotherapy
25 March, 2023 15 July, 2022 01 March, 2023 19 April, 2023 Nursing, Medicine
15 April 2023 30 November, 2022 22 March, 2023 05 May, 2023 Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Radiography, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Podiatry, Vet Science, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Speech Pathology
29 April 2023 30 November, 2022 03 April, 2023 19 May, 2023 Nursing, Medicine

Sometimes, due to unforeseen circumstances, candidates might need to 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 to reschedule.

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 ‘Apply Here’ button.
  • Candidates will be taken to another page that states, ‘Register Now.’
  • By selecting ‘Register 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 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

Successful OET students have the English language and clinical communication skills necessary to provide high-quality, safe patient care.

This means better healthcare for everyone. A high OET score correctly represents communication ability in an English-speaking healthcare setting. OET was specifically designed to represent workplace tasks for the 12 healthcare professions, with problems imitating real-world workplace circumstances and measuring important language skills for healthcare.

Now that you know all the details of the exam booking, it is time to roll up your sleeves and start preparing for it.

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.)

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Janice Thompson

Janice Thompson

Soon after graduating with a Master’s in Literature from Southern Arkansas University, she joined an institute as an English language trainer. She has had innumerous student interactions and has produced a couple of research papers on English language teaching. She soon found that non-native speakers struggled to meet the English language requirements set by foreign universities. It was when she decided to jump ship into IELTS training. From then on, she has been mentoring IELTS aspirants. She joined IELTSMaterial about a year ago, and her contributions have been exceptional. Her essay ideas and vocabulary have taken many students to a band 9.

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