Read through the course options on the page, choose the one that suits you, make a booking, and SLC will send you getting-started instructions with your login details so you can begin straight away.

OET Exam Preparation Online

Q: How do I prepare for the OET Nursing exam?

You can prepare by following a structured study routine, practising with OET-style nursing materials, and using SLC’s flexible online OET courses, writing correction, and 1-to-1 lessons to study effectively from home.

Q: How much time do I need to prepare for the OET?

Preparation time depends on your English level and study time. Many candidates need 8–20 weeks of regular practice, and SLC’s flexible online courses help you study at your own pace, from anywhere.

Q: What is the difference between OET and IELTS for healthcare?

OET focuses on healthcare communication and uses medical case scenarios, while IELTS tests more general academic English. Many regulators prefer OET because it reflects the language used in hospitals and clinics.

Q: What is a good score in OET?

A good score is usually Grade B, or 350+ in each sub-test, as this is the minimum required by many healthcare regulators. Some organisations accept C+, but B or above gives broader recognition.

Q: How do the courses work?

Courses provide targeted OET preparation paper by paper with analysis, practice tests, skills work, video lessons and grammar for OET, plus optional tutoring from experienced OET preparation experts.

Q: How does the subscription work?

Subscriptions are available for one month or three months and can renew monthly or quarterly. You can cancel at any time following the instructions in your registration email, and you can add Premium one-to-one lessons.

Q: Who will teach my OET course?

Your OET course is taught by SLC’s expert OET instructors, specialists in medical English and healthcare communication. After booking a 1-to-1 course, SLC arranges suitable times and matches you with the best teacher for your needs.

Q: How can I get OET preparation materials?

You can access OET preparation materials by enrolling on SLC’s online courses, which include practice tests, downloadable worksheets, audio, video lessons, interactive activities and optional writing correction and speaking support.

SLC’s ground-breaking online OET preparation courses give you the language and tools you need to achieve a high score in OET wherever you are.

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First of all, thank you, your course was very helpful and allowed me to pass the OET on the very first sit, my teacher was amazing and it is great support to have someone knowledgeable and positive to answer your questions or doubts about every subtest, but also to give you confidence that you can do it. The time management you taught me was key into fitting the right answers in time.

I highly recommend OET  for medical professionals because the preparation process for this test is less challenging compared to other international language exams. Having used 50-hour online course  as well as face-to-face training  offered by SLC, I was able to succeed in the exam day because SLC platform is designed to help students to learn English with less effort and  language skills are gained using enjoyable and accessible methods.

I want to thank you and SLC🏆🏆❤️ I don't know you but I bought your crash course, 3 wks before my exam, and I am so thankful! I passed all 4 in one take and even scored 450 in the Speaking Test! Your tips and strategies are priceless.🙏🏻

I would highly recommend anyone who wants to take the OET test to study with SLC and particularly to subscribe for the reach oet b.

Thank you so much I cleared my oet with a high band score 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

These online classes helped me tremendously to pass the OET, Thank you Very Much Miss Jo!

I would definitely recommend this course. The teaching was clear and supportive, the feedback was detailed and constructive, and the materials were highly relevant not only to OET Medicine but also to daily doctors' activity. The course helped me build confidence.

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What OET preparation courses can I get?

OET Online Preparation courses with the UK’s leading accredited provider will help you achieve the score you need to work in an English-speaking healthcare environment.

OET Online Courses for Doctors

SLC offers a unique set of OET preparation courses designed specifically for doctors.

OET Online Courses for Nurses

SLC’s OET Exam Preparation courses for Nurses are effective and flexible, so you can learn around busy working commitments.

Use our courses

We work with healthcare employers, universities, schools and international recruitment companies around the world who use our courses to support their learners towards achieving the OET scores they need.

OET preparation materials for my university or school

Do you prepare students for OET Nursing or OET Medicine but have trouble finding good materials to support your programmes? We are here for you. The OET materials are comprehensive and up-to-date. The teaching platform enables you to see exactly what your students have done, set assignments and leave feedback. Courses can be tailored to your specific needs by mapping the online materials to your curriculum.

OET preparation courses for my candidates

SLC’s OET courses are perfect for international doctors and nurses who need to achieve an advanced score so they can register to work in an English-speaking country such as the US, UK, Australia or Canada. We work with organisations to prepare their candidates. Courses are tailored to specific needs, including schedules, durations and budgets.The learning platform enables you to track their progress in detail.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

About the Occupational English Test (OET)

What is the OET exam?

The OET (Occupational English Test) is an English exam for healthcare professionals who want to register and work in English-speaking countries. It tests real clinical communication skills across Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking using medical scenarios from your profession.

How do I prepare for the OET Nursing exam?

You can prepare for the OET at home by following a structured study routine, practising with real OET-style materials, and focusing on the nursing English you’ll use in the test. To make this easier, SLC offers flexible online OET courses, writing corrections, and 1-to-1 lessons with expert teachers so you can study effectively from home and improve your score faster.

How much time do I need to prepare for the OET?

Preparation time depends on your English level and how much you study each week. Most nurses need 8–20 weeks of focused practice to feel fully ready — and if your level is lower or you need more help with Writing or Speaking, you may need a little longer. What matters most is consistency, even 30–45 minutes a day, and SLC’s flexible online courses make it easy to study at your own pace, from anywhere, whenever it suits your schedule.

What is the difference between OET and IELTS for healthcare?

OET focuses on healthcare communication and uses medical scenarios, while IELTS tests general academic English. OET is accepted by many regulators for nurses, doctors, and other professionals because it assesses the language you use in hospitals and clinics, making it more relevant for clinical practice.

What is a good score in OET?

A good score in OET is usually Grade B (350+) in each sub-test, as this is the minimum required by most healthcare regulators for registration. Some organisations accept C+ (300–340), but achieving B or above gives you the widest international recognition.

About the SLC courses

How do I start?

Starting is easy. Read through the options and select the course you’re most interested in. Make a booking and you’ll get your ‘getting started’ instructions from us, including login details for your course. Then you’re on your way!

How do the courses work?

The courses include a wide range of targeted OET content – paper by paper, question by question, with analysis and plenty of practice test questions. You learn the language, test techniques and strategies you need to maximise your score in OET.

Tutoring is delivered by experienced OET preparation experts who have helped hundreds of candidates achieve the scores they need.

Study content is well-organised, clearly structured and highly engaging throughout. It includes lots of different input and activity types, including video lessons, practice tests, skills development, grammar for OET, and are very visual throughout.

The activities are highly interactive, so you are always doing things on the screen, from voice recording to dragging words into sentences to categorising ideas, writing texts and comparing them, highlighting and analysing answers, choosing options, matching images, and writing in correct phrases.

Courses are designed to work seamlessly across all devices, including mobile phones via the course app.

How does the subscription work?

The subscription options are available for either one month or three months. You can choose to have your subscription renewed monthly or on a quarterly basis. If you wish to cancel your subscription, you can do so at any time by following the instructions provided in your registration email.

You can also add one-to-one lessons to your subscription by selecting the Premium option.

Who will teach my OET course?

Your OET course will be taught by one of SLC’s expert OET instructors, all specialists in medical English and healthcare communication. Once you book your OET 1-to-1 preparation course, our team will contact you to arrange the best days and times for your lessons — and we’ll match you with the teacher who fits your needs.

How does your OET preparation course work?

Our OET course combines self-study lessons, exam strategies, practice tests, and optional one-to-one lessons with an expert tutor. You study online at your own pace, build skills in each sub-test, and receive feedback and guidance to help you pass the OET on your first attempt.

How can I get OET Preparation materials?

You can get OET preparation materials through SLC by enrolling in one of our tailored online courses designed for nurses. These include up-to-date practice tests, downloadable worksheets, audio tracks, video lessons and interactive activities — plus optional writing correction and 1-to-1 speaking sessions with specialist tutors.

Are there any face to face classes?

If you would like to work directly with a teacher to support your learning, practise the language and give you personalised feedback, then check out the Premium options on the course pages. These offer you one-to-one lessons alongside your study materials.

Also, on the Reach OET B courses, you have unlimited access to the four open OET preparation lessons we give every week. These cover all the papers and give you essential information on how to maximise your test score.

What is the SLC Progress Promise?

The Progress Promise is our commitment to you so you can get ongoing input and support as you work towards OET.

Even after your subscription or course has finished, you still have access to our four live lessons every week, so you continue to study, review and revise with our expert teachers and fellow OET students. And all for free.

We want you to know that we’re with you all the way to achieving success in your OET test.

What if I don't pass on my first attempt?

If you’ve purchased any of the Reach OET B Nursing or Reach OET B Medicine courses, you’ll receive an email inviting you to register for our live lessons with expert OET teachers. These live classes run 4 days a week, and you can continue attending them until you pass the test—or until you choose to stop.

What if I need some technical support?

Simple! Just use the FAQs, contact us via the contact form on the website, or send an email to admin@specialistlanguagecourses.com. One of our team will get back to you within one working day.