Occupational English Test
Testing Center
IH Cape Town is the official testing centre for the OET exam in Cape Town, South Africa. As a healthcare worker wanting to register and practice professionally in an English-speaking country, the OET qualification is essential. The OET exam has been created specifically for the international health care industry and the exam content revolves around real life professional situations. The exam is recognised by professional authorities in Singapore, Dubai, Australia, Dubai, and New Zealand. It is also accepted by the General Medical Council (GMC) and the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK as proof of English proficiency for registration purposes.
Click here for more information on how to register for the exam.
OET Online Preparation
IH Cape Town conveniently offers OET preparation online. As the training is done on an individual basis, you can sign up no matter where you are, and we will accommodate you. We have qualified OET teachers available who offer essential exam training. Our online platform makes it easy for students and teachers to interact and communicate. You will have ample opportunity to engage the teacher and ask any questions you need answered about the exam. Courses are designed to meet the individual needs of each student. It is aimed at amongst others: nurses, pharmacists, doctors, dentists, occupational therapists, and veterinarians. The course aims to assist applicants to prepare for the exam for registration and migration purposes.
Kindly note that the course will be offered to you in English. To ensure your English is at a sufficient level, you can do our quick level check test by clicking here. Or please get in touch with us for a more in-depth assessment.
In summary the course will consist of:
An individual needs analysis and skills assessment
Orientation to the exam format
Providing you with exam strategies
Suggestions, advice and tips
For more information about the online course or the option of private face-to-face lessons, please get in touch with our team.
OET Test Dates
OET offers 14 fixed test dates per year. Please note, although there are test dates every month, registration is only open for the next three test dates at a time. Ensure you choose the correct date and location when you apply.
- 24th September
- 8th October
- 5th November
- 17th December
Please note that registration closes 4-5 weeks prior the test dates. The registration and payment is made at the official OET website and not at the individual test centres. The price to sit OET is AUD 587. For more detailed information about test dates and registration process please click here.
Who Recognises OET?
OET offers 14 fixed test dates per year. Please note, although there are test dates every month, registration is only open for the next three test dates at a time. Ensure you choose the correct date and location when you apply.
The Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) accepts OET for all visa categories where an English test may be required.
Visit immi.giv.au for more details
Immigration New Zealand accepts OET for all visa categories where an English test may be required.
Visit immigration.govt.nz for more details.
Healthcare Boards and Councils
OET is accepted for registration purposes by most professional Boards within the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and most healthcare profession Councils for accreditation purposes.
The Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) accepts OET for all visa categories where an English test may be required.
Visit immi.giv.au for more details
OET is accepted by most healthcare Boards and Councils in New Zealand.
OET is accepted for licencing of healthcare professionals who have not graduated from a program offered in English, nor worked or licenced in a native English speaking country.
OET is accepted by four major healthcare Councils in Singapore.
OET is accepted by the Health Profession Council in Namibia.
OET is accepted by the Nursing and Midwifery Council and the General Medical Council.
OET is accepted by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland and the Irish Medical Council.
OET is accepted by the Ukraine Medical Council.
Universities, Education Providers & Recruiters
OET is accepted as proof of English proficiency for employment by healthcare employers, and a growing number of leading educators in:
OET is accepted as proof of English proficiency for admission and graduation from healthcare courses at leading universities, TAFEs and colleges in Australia.
OET is accepted as proof of English proficiency for admission and graduation from healthcare courses at leading universities and technical colleges.
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