OET Preparation Hints

15/09/2026

📢 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀.

From 𝟭𝟭 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳, the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) will accept 𝗢𝗘𝗧 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗣𝗚𝗘𝗖 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, alongside TOEFL iBT.

This gives internationally educated pharmacists a new way to demonstrate their English proficiency through a test specifically designed around communication in healthcare.

At SLC, we welcome this development. As an 𝗢𝗘𝗧 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿, we have extensive experience helping international healthcare professionals develop the language and communication skills they need for their careers.

💊 We also offer specialist 𝗢𝗘𝗧 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀, including 1:1 coaching with OET specialist teachers.

👉 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗔𝗕𝗣 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀: https://specialistlanguagecourses.com/nabp-to-accept-oet-for-internationally-educated-pharmacists-from-2027/

OET NEWS There’s significant news for internationally educated pharmacists looking to develop their careers in the United States: the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) has announced that it will accept the Occupational English Test (OET) as an English language assessment for Foreig...

16/07/2026

🎧 Want to score higher in OET Listening Part A?

Many candidates miss marks because they focus on the wrong information. Our latest Knowledge Bank article reveals one of the biggest secrets to success and includes a FREE downloadable handout to help you prepare more effectively.

📥 Read the article and download your free handout today: https://specialistlanguagecourses.com/oet-listening-part-secret-to-success/

OET Listening Part A accounts for over 50% of your Listening marks. Learn the two skills that help you follow the audio, spot answers before they arrive, and stop losing points.

10/07/2026

📘 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗘𝗧 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀?

Our latest Knowledge Bank article explores the grammar structures that can help you communicate more accurately and naturally in the OET exam.

✨ Plus, you can 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗮 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘂𝘁 packed with practical examples to support your preparation.

📥 Read the article and get your free handout:
https://specialistlanguagecourses.com/oet-grammar-tips-for-writing-and-speaking/

24/06/2026

🩺 Struggling to understand OET Writing case notes?

Before you write your referral letter, you need to know exactly what information is relevant and how to interpret the case notes correctly. Getting this step right can make a real difference to your score.

📄 Plus, you can download a **FREE handout** to support your preparation.

👉 Read the full article and claim your free resource today:

Before you write a single word of your OET letter, the marks you earn are already being shaped by how well you read the case notes in front of you

24/06/2026

🩺 Struggling to understand OET Writing case notes?

Before you write your referral letter, you need to know exactly what information is relevant and how to interpret the case notes correctly. Getting this step right can make a real difference to your score.

📄 Plus, you can download a **FREE handout** to support your preparation.

👉 Read the full article and claim your free resource today: https://specialistlanguagecourses.com/how-to-read-oet-case-notes-for-doctors/

17/06/2026

📝 Your OET Writing score starts before you even begin writing.

The way you read and interpret the case notes can have a huge impact on the quality of your referral letter and your final mark.

In this new video, OET Jo explains one of the most important skills for doctors preparing for the OET Writing sub-test: how to read and analyse case notes effectively.

▶️ Watch the full video now and improve your OET Writing preparation: https://youtu.be/tvJe42zPQtQ

15/06/2026

Messages like this inspire us to keep creating free OET content for healthcare professionals around the world. From Speaking strategies to Writing, Listening, and Reading tips, our YouTube videos are here to support your OET journey.

🎥 Check out the video featuring this testimonial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VkP6kgoGAw&lc=UgwZndJMKnDbnrKscLR4AaABAg

And there's even more to come — Season 8 is almost complete, with new expert guidance on the way!

11/06/2026

Learn how to use your 3-minute preparation time effectively in OET Speaking ⏱️

Get our simple 5-step method for analysing the role card, planning your response, and feeling more confident before the role play begins.

🎁 FREE OET Speaking Handout Included

👇 Write “Speaking” in the comments and we’ll send it to you!

09/06/2026

🎉 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗘𝗧!

From preparation to success, Lisa achieved:
⭐ A in Reading
⭐ A in Listening
⭐ B in Writing
⭐ B in Speaking

Her journey shows what can happen with consistent effort, self-belief, and the right support.

📘 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙊𝙀𝙏 𝙜𝙤𝙖𝙡𝙨?
Explore our OET preparation courses and discover the support, resources, and expert guidance that have helped healthcare professionals like Lisa succeed.

👉 https://specialistlanguagecourses.com/oet-preparation/

Watch now: https://youtu.be/qdDqI2UJbGU

Join us as we celebrate Lisa's success in passing her OET exam! S...

04/06/2026

OET on Computer or Paper — which one should you choose? 💻📄

Get our quick comparison guide with key differences, pros & cons, and tips to help you choose the best format for your exam.

👇 Write “OET Format” in the comments and we’ll send it to you!

🎁 FREE OET Handout Included