Take the OET exam at The Exam Centre of Ireland – Dublin

What is the Occupational English Test?

OET (Occupational English Test) is designed to meet the specific English language needs of the healthcare sector. It assesses the language proficiency of healthcare professionals who wish to practise in an English-speaking environment.

OET has been developed specifically for 12 healthcare professions: Dentistry, Dietetics, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Radiography, Speech Pathology and Veterinary Science.

All four language skills are assessed, with Writing and Speaking tests available in 12 different areas of healthcare. All candidates sit the same Reading and Listening tests.

OET is accepted as proof of English proficiency in the Ireland, US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Dubai, Namibia and Singapore. Many organisations, including hospitals, universities and colleges, are using OET as proof of a candidate’s ability to communicate effectively in a demanding healthcare environment.

OET Useful links:

• If you are interested in taking the OET test at The Exam Centre of Ireland, book now
• If you are interested in OET preparation courses, click here
• The official OET website
• Test Information
• OET Helpdesk with Frequently Asked Questions

The OET exam at The Exam Centre of Ireland – Richmond

The Exam Centre of Ireland has been an official OET test centre since 2018. We have been in business since 2004 and we are Ireland’s only Cambridge Platinum grade exam centre. The Platinum status is awarded for outstanding customer care and service. Cambridge is an official partner in the OET Exams. We also an IDP IELTS test centre. We run all IDP Official IELTS tests in Ireland both paper based and computer delivered.  Since opening the OET Test Centre, we have had hundreds of OET candidates through our doors. Our test centre is fully-equipped and presents a comfortable, professional environment.

OET Test Dates Ireland for 2022:

OET is a high-stakes examination and is deemed an essential education service under the Government’s Covid-19 roadmap. Exams are taking place face to face with Covid-19 safety protocols in place for the well-being of candidates and staff alike.

OET FAQs

How will taking the OET test help my career?

OET is widely recognised as proof of English proficiency for registration, study and work in the healthcare sector, as well as for visas in some countries.

OET helps you develop language skills for success in your career – see stories about people like you.

How can I apply for an OET exam?

To register for the OET exam Dublin at The Exam Centre of Ireland, please click here.

How much are the OET exam fees?

The test fee in 2021 is $587AUD.

Have a look here to check the live exchange rate.

How can I pay for the OET exam?

Through your myOET profile profile, you’ll be able to book and pay for OET in a single process:
• Click Apply for the Test
• Follow each of the four steps
• Review your test dates to make sure they’re correct
• Click Proceed to Checkout
• Enter your credit card details and click PAY NOW.

What is the deadline to apply for the test?

A list of OET Test Dates and Application deadlines is available here.

What are the opening times of the OET Test Centre at The Richmond Education Centre?

You can register on the morning of the exam between 8.00am and 8:30 am with free parking on-site.

What are the contact details of the OET Dublin Test Centre?

Email: exams@exam-centre.ie

Phone number: +353 (01) 8726600 (between 9:00am and 4:30pm, Monday to Friday except bank holidays). Our public office is currently closed to help in the fight against Covid-19. Email is the best way to contact us presently.

I would like to do OET preparation before my exam with the Exam Centre of Ireland in Dublin. What are my options?

Please contact us by email and we can send you more information on OET for Nurses and Doctors Intensive Preparation Courses. For more information click here.

Are there any OET preparation materials?

OET Preparation Portal offers a large number of OET preparation material to help you study for the test, including many hours’ worth of free practice materials.

What time do I need to arrive at the OET Richmond Education centre venue on the test day?

You need to arrive at The Exam Centre of Ireland, Dublin between 8:00 and 8:30 (click here for a map)

What do I have to bring on the test day?

You will be asked to leave your bags, coats, watches etc. in a separate room. Please make sure you leave your mobile phones there as well – and make sure that they are switched off.

You may only bring into the test room:
• Non-mechanical pens or pencils
• Erasers, a pencil sharpener
• A Face Mask
• A bottle of still water in a clear plastic bottle
• Your ID document

When you register for the test, you must provide your valid passport or EU National ID card as proof of identity.

If you do not have a valid passport or EU National ID card please complete this form when you register to take the test.

Valuables: It is strongly recommended that you do not bring valuables with you on the test day. The Exam Centre of Ireland cannot take responsibility for the loss or damage of your personal belongings.

How long does the OET exam take?

The three modules in the morning take about two hours and 40 minutes: Listening (approximately 45 minutes), Reading (60 minutes) and Writing (45 minutes).

The Speaking module are held on the same day in the same venue and commence directly after the written components. Each candidate’s speaking test takes around 20 minutes.
For more information about the test, click here.

When do I get my OET results?

• Your results will be published online 17 days after your test date
• Log in to your myOET profile profile to see your results on your dashboard
• You can view, download and print your electronic Statement of Results.

Who do I need to contact if I have any further questions?

If you have any questions or want to know any more about the test day please e-mail us: exams@exam-centre.ie

If you have any questions or want to know any more about our OET courses please e-mail us: exams@exam-centre.ie

Or call +353 (01) 8726600 between 9:00am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays).

We will get back to you as soon as possible.

You can also visit OET Helpdesk website.