OET EXAMS
What is the Occupational English Test?
The Occupational English Test (OET) is an English language test designed specifically for the healthcare sector. The test is accepted worldwide by a wide range of healthcare organisations in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Dubai, Namibia and Singapore. Recently, it was announced that you can also use the OET as evidence of English for Tier 2 visas. This means you can use one exam for registration and visa purposes.
Can I take the test at Live Language?
Yes you can, but you need to book your test through the OET page. OET deals with all registration, payment, and results enquiries. When you have registered for the test with OET, you will receive a email with information about your test day. This is usually sent about 5 days before your exam.
Please note, our centre does not have headsets for the listening section, but our rooms are small and we have excellent audio equipment. We only offer the paper-based test at the current time. To book a test, click on the button below. Only the test dates that are available will be shown. If a test date does not appear, then the exam is fully booked. We recommend that you book well in advance of your chosen test date to make sure you get a space.
OET Test Preparation Course for Nurses – Pass Your Nursing English Exam in Glasgow
Worried about failing your OET nursing exam? Struggling with the specific test format and time pressures?
You’re a qualified nurse, but the OET test format feels overwhelming. The listening sub-test medical scenarios, reading comprehension under time pressure, writing referral letters, and speaking role-plays can feel impossible to master. Many nurses fail their first attempt simply because they don’t understand the test structure and requirements.
Master the OET Test Format and Pass Your Nursing Registration Exam
Our OET Test Preparation Course is specifically designed for nurses to conquer every section of the OET exam. As an OET Premium Preparation Provider and British Council accredited school with over 20 years of excellence, we’ve helped hundreds of nurses achieve their target scores for NMC registration and nursing careers in the UK.
What You’ll Master in Our OET Nursing Test Prep
Listening Sub-Test Mastery – Practice with authentic nursing consultation recordings and patient scenarios
Reading Comprehension Success – Tackle complex medical texts and nursing case studies under exam conditions
Writing Task Excellence – Perfect your referral letters, discharge summaries, and nursing reports
Speaking Confidence – Master role-play scenarios with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues
Test Strategy & Time Management – Learn proven techniques to maximize your scores in each section
Mock Exam Practice – Regular full-length practice tests with detailed feedback and improvement plans
Sit Your Exam Where You Study – Take your OET exam on Saturday in the same building where you trained all week
Stop failing OET attempts. Join Glasgow’s specialist nursing test preparation programme.
Course Information – OET Nursing Test Preparation Glasgow
Perfect For Nurses Who:
Need to pass OET for NMC registration
Have failed previous OET attempts with online tutors or social media courses
Feel overwhelmed by the test format and time limits
Want structured, face-to-face preparation with qualified teachers
Need expert feedback on writing and speaking tasks
Are relocating to work in UK, Australia, New Zealand, or Singapore
OET Test Preparation Structure:
Duration: One intensive week (22.5 hours face-to-face study)
Schedule: Monday 9:30am – Friday 2:30pm
2026 Course Dates:
5th January 2026 (Exam: Saturday 11th January)
4th May 2026 (Exam: Saturday 10th May)
31st August 2026 (Exam: Saturday 6th September)
Class Size: Maximum 14 students for personalised feedback
Level Required: Intermediate (B1) English minimum
Age Requirement: 16+ years
Investment in Your Nursing Career:
£395 per week (intensive face-to-face preparation)
£50 one-off registration fee
OET exam included – sit your test on Saturday in the same building
Book early – only 3 courses per year with limited spaces
The Live Language Advantage – Why We’re Different
Sit Your Exam Where You Study
Take your OET test on Saturday in the same familiar classroom where you trained all week. This psychological advantage helps reduce exam anxiety and boosts confidence – you know the building, the facilities, and feel completely comfortable.
British Council Accredited Excellence
Unlike online tutors on social media, we’re a fully accredited British Council school with 20+ years of proven success. Our teachers are qualified professionals, not unregulated online tutors.
OET Premium Preparation Provider
Official recognition as one of the UK’s elite OET training institutions – a status earned through consistent student success.
Expert Qualified Teachers
Our experienced teachers hold professional teaching qualifications and specialise in OET test preparation – not amateur tutors offering cheap online sessions.
Established Glasgow Institution
Operating from our prestigious Buchanan Street location and established since 2002 – a trusted, permanent institution, not a fly-by-night online operation.
Complete OET Sub-Test Preparation for Nurses
Listening Sub-Test Training
Daily practice with authentic nursing consultation recordings
Master note-taking techniques for patient interactions
Develop strategies for multiple-choice and gap-fill questions
Individual feedback on listening comprehension skills
Reading Sub-Test Mastery
Intensive practice with nursing case studies and medical research texts
Learn speed reading techniques for time management
Master summary completion and multiple-choice strategies
Timed practice sessions under exam conditions
Writing Sub-Test Excellence
Perfect referral letter structure and professional tone
Daily practice with discharge summaries and nursing handover reports
Receive detailed individual feedback on grammar, vocabulary, and medical accuracy
One-to-one writing consultations with qualified teachers
Speaking Sub-Test Confidence
Extensive role-play practice with patient consultations and family conversations
Master advice-giving and information-gathering scenarios
Build confidence with colleague interactions and handover situations
Individual speaking assessments with expert feedback
Why Choose Live Language Over Online Alternatives?
Avoid These Common Pitfalls:
Unqualified social media tutors with no teaching credentials
Cheap online courses with no individual feedback
Generic preparation not specific to nursing
No exam venue familiarity causing additional stress
Choose Professional Excellence:
20+ years of established success in Glasgow
British Council accredited quality assurance
Qualified, experienced teachers (not amateur tutors)
Face-to-face instruction with immediate feedback
Exam in your familiar training environment
Small classes ensuring individual attention
Essential OET Test Preparation Materials
Included in Your Course:
Official OET practice materials and sample tests
Nursing-specific role-play scenarios and case studies
Writing templates for referral letters and reports
Listening practice with authentic medical recordings
Full-length mock exams with detailed feedback
Ready to Pass Your OET Nursing Exam?
Don’t waste time with unqualified online tutors. Choose professional, accredited preparation.
2026 Course Dates Available:
5th January 2026 (Exam: Saturday 11th January)
4th May 2026 (Exam: Saturday 10th May)
31st August 2026 (Exam: Saturday 6th September)
Limited spaces available due to our small class sizes and intensive feedback approach.
Get Your Course Quote | Book Your Place Now
Questions about OET test preparation? Call us on 0141 221 0793 or WhatsApp +44 7581 880037
Frequently Asked Questions
OET differs from the IELTS because it uses real healthcare scenarios and assesses your ability to use English as a healthcare professional i.e. it is a test of your occupational English. The IELTS exam focuses on testing the level of your Academic English.
You can take the test at Live Language, but all pre-test day and post-test day procedures are dealt with by OET. You should contact them directly if you have any questions about registering for the test, login issues or your results etc. Tests dates are usually available twice a month and you can find them here. You can register for the exam here.
At Live Language we do not offer group lessons preparing you for the OET exam. However, we can provide private lessons to help you prepare for the exam.
In 2025 we are launching online video-based courses which you can study at your own pace, in your own time and flexibly to suit your schedule. These courses are designed specifically for each healthcare professions and OET subtests.
If you would like to be the first to hear about these courses, sign-up below and we will email you as soon as they launch!