[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In this article we will discuss the cost of the OET exam and what this means for nurses and doctors.
As we previously discussed, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the General Medicine Council (GMC) and has announced it will now accept the OET test for employment in the UK.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”solid-icon” message_box_color=”alert-info”]
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Understanding
The cost of the OET exam
As we confirmed previously, OET is easier than IELTS. However, the downside is that the test is more expensive than IELTS.
The OET exam is created in Australia. The price in Australian dollars is $587 AUD.
The fees are …
The OET exam fees are £315 GBP, €360 Euros, 28,600 INR or $400 USD.
The IELTS exam fees are £180 GBP, €220 Euros, 16,400 INR or $230 USD.
The increased cost of OET is often a factor for some students however we would argue that OET is always a worthwhile investment.
You can find more details on the Official OET Website.
The good news is there are no additional payments required after the original amount.
Despite the higher test fees, Fast Track IELTS would still recommend taking the OET test instead of IELTS.
This is because…
1. OET has a higher pass rate
Many students get into a routine of having to attempt the IELTS test again and again. It can be a painful never-ending cycle of misery.
It may be cheaper in the long run to pay the fees now and to get it sorted once and for all.
2. The skills learned are relevant
One of my recent students in the IELTS exam had to write an essay about crop growth in rural Spain while another had to listen to a recording that discussed the migration of lemurs (small African monkeys!)
The fantastic thing about the OET exam is that the questions will focus on a topic you already know a lot about: healthcare.
3 . Support is available
OET is growing and more and more people are beginning to understand the exam. You may have heard your colleagues discuss the exam already. There are a number of Facebook study groups that provide daily tips and advice.
Even here at Fast Track IELTS we provide online training to help you to pass the OET exam quickly.
What do you think about the OET exam and the fees?
Is it too expensive? Is the price fair? We’d love to hear from you.
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Want to find out whether OET is suitable for you? Book a free consultation with one of our OET teachers today to find out more.
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