OET preparation for healthcare professionals
Prepare for the Occupational English Test with specialist instructors, profession-specific materials and full mock exams — online or in class at Harlem English College.
What is OET?
OET is an international English language test designed specifically for healthcare professionals. Instead of general topics, it assesses the language you actually use at work — talking to patients, reading clinical documents and writing referral letters.
It's recognised by healthcare regulators, councils and employers in countries including the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, making it one of the most practical routes for doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers planning to practise abroad.
12 healthcare professions
The four sub-tests
Listening and Reading are the same for every profession; Writing and Speaking are tailored to yours.
Listening
Patient consultations and healthcare workplace talks. Practise note-taking and catching key clinical detail.
Reading
Short workplace texts and longer healthcare articles. Build speed and accuracy under time pressure.
Writing
A profession-specific letter — usually a referral, transfer or discharge letter. Learn the structure, tone and criteria examiners look for.
Speaking
Two role-plays with an interlocutor playing a patient or carer. Develop clear, empathetic and professional communication.
How we prepare you
- A free level test and a plan built around your target grade and exam date
- Profession-specific materials and authentic-style practice tasks
- Regular writing feedback using the official assessment criteria
- Speaking role-plays with realistic patient scenarios
- Short clinical-language drills, like our popular “Find the mistake” series
- Full mock tests under exam conditions
- Online and in-class groups — including OET with Ghazouly
OET questions
Which OET grade do I need?
It depends on where you're applying. Many regulators ask for grade B in each sub-test, and some — such as the UK's NMC for nurses — accept C+ in Writing. Requirements change, so always confirm the latest with your regulator; we'll plan your preparation around it.
Can I prepare online?
Yes. We run OET groups both online and in class at our Giza branch on El Bahr El Azam, so you can study wherever you are.
How long does preparation take?
It depends on your starting level and target grade. After your free level test, we'll recommend a realistic plan and timeline.
Do you offer mock tests?
Yes — full mock tests under exam conditions with feedback, so you know exactly where you stand before exam day.