OET Preparation Hub
OET Preparation — Everything You Need to Pass
Expert-written guides, writing correction by Dr Mariam's OET writing team, and profession-specific resources for nurses, doctors, physiotherapists, and pharmacists preparing for the OET exam.
OET Writing
Writing is where most candidates lose marks
OET Writing requires two skills that are hard to develop alone: language accuracy AND clinical judgment in selecting the right case note information for the specific reader. Candidates with strong grammar routinely score below Grade B because they include too much, miss the purpose, or misjudge the tone.
The fastest way to improve is regular writing practice with detailed feedback from a certified teacher — not AI tools, which cannot assess clinical appropriateness.
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OET Writing Guides
Expert-written guides covering every aspect of the OET writing sub-test — from the test format to letter types to scoring criteria.
OET Writing Test Format
The 45-minute test structure, case notes, letter types, and word count guidance.
Scoring Criteria Explained
All 6 official criteria with tips on how to score well on each.
Preparation Guide
Complete study plan covering all 4 OET sub-tests for busy healthcare professionals.
Referral Letter Guide
Structure, content selection, and sample analysis for referral letters.
Discharge Letter Guide
Tips for communicating discharge information clearly and concisely.
Top Writing Tips
Practical advice to avoid the most common mistakes and reach Grade B.
Grammar for OET
Essential grammar points for healthcare professional communication.
OET Writing Test Guide
What to expect on exam day — materials, timing, and examiner expectations.
Writing Samples
Annotated OET letter examples showing what Grade B looks like.
Preparation by Profession
OET scenarios are profession-specific. Find the guide tailored to your clinical background and registration pathway.
For Nurses Worldwide
OET for Nurses
Referral and discharge letter corrections for registered nurses seeking GMC, NMC, and AHPRA registration.
For International Medical Graduates
OET for Doctors
Targeted writing feedback for IMGs pursuing GMC, AMC, and regional registration.
For Physiotherapy Professionals
OET for Physiotherapists
Referral and transfer letter corrections for HCPC and AHPRA registration pathways.
For Pharmacy Professionals
OET for Pharmacists
Pharmacist-to-prescriber letter corrections for GPhC and international registration.
OET Preparation — Common Questions
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Related OET Writing guides
Continue your preparation with these related resources.
OET Scoring Criteria →
How the 6 criteria are assessed and where most candidates lose marks.
Grade B Sample Letters →
20 worked sample letters by profession × scenario with line-by-line annotations.
Mistake Clinics by Profession →
10 profession-specific mistake clinics — wrong vs right examples per criterion.
Grade A vs B vs C Compared →
Three letters from the same case notes at three bands — what moves you up one.
OET Writing Correction
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