OET Coaching / Course by Experts

The Occupational English Test (OET) is specifically designed for healthcare professionals. While the specific syllabus may vary slightly depending on the provider or institution offering the course, here's a general outline of the syllabus typically covered in an OET preparation course:

1. Listening Skills:

   • Understanding healthcare dialogues and monologues.
   • Listening for specific information such as patient history, symptoms, treatment options, etc.
   • Note-taking techniques.
   • Understanding accents commonly found in healthcare settings.

2. Reading Skills:

   • Comprehension of healthcare-related texts such as patient case notes, medical articles, manuals, etc.
   • Understanding the main ideas, supporting details, and implied meanings.
   • Skimming and scanning techniques.
   • Vocabulary building related to healthcare.

3. Writing Skills:

   • Writing referral letters, discharge summaries, patient case notes, etc.
   • Structuring written communication effectively.
   • Using appropriate medical terminology and language register.
   • Cohesion and coherence in writing.
   • Addressing the specific requirements of different types of written tasks.

4. Speaking Skills:

   • Role-playing various healthcare scenarios such as patient consultations, presenting case histories, etc.
   • Conducting patient interviews.
   • Giving and receiving information.
   • Using appropriate tone, register, and language for different contexts.
   • Practicing pronunciation and intonation.

5. Language Skills:

   • Grammar and syntax specific to healthcare communication.
   • Vocabulary related to medical terminology, procedures, symptoms, etc.
   • Idiomatic expressions commonly used in healthcare settings.
   • Spelling and punctuation rules.

6. Test-taking Strategies:

   • Understanding the format of the OET exam.
   • Time management during the test.
   • Strategies for each section of the test.
   • Practice tests and simulations to familiarize students with the exam conditions.

7. Professional Communication Skills:

   • Understanding cultural differences in communication.
   • Building rapport with patients and colleagues.
   • Ethical considerations in healthcare communication.
   • Dealing with challenging situations and conflicts.

This syllabus aims to prepare healthcare professionals for effective communication in English within their specific professional contexts, ensuring they can succeed in the OET exam and in their professional practice.