OET Overview

• Requirement: All applicants must pass the OET Medicine test to satisfy ECFMG communication skills requirements.

• No Exceptions: Applies regardless of native language, medical school language, or citizenship.

• Test Focus: Designed for physicians, emphasizing clinical communication skills.

• OET Preparation Course (14 Day Free trial)

Passing Requirement

• Minimum Scores:

  • Listening: 350

  • Reading: 350

  • Speaking: 350

  • Writing: 300

• Single Sitting: Must achieve these scores in one test administration.

• Retakes: Unlimited, subject to scheduling availability.

• Validity: Scores must be from tests taken on or after January 1, 2023.

• Release of Results: Ensure scores are sent to ECFMG.

Booking OET Medicine

1. Determine Test Type: Choose between OET on paper, OET on computer, or OET@Home.

   • Eligibility for OET@Home: Only available if no physical test venue exists in your country.

   • Check Availability: Visit the OET website and enter your location information.

2. Timing:

   • To participate in the 2025 Match, schedule your test on or before the last date in December 2024.

3. Book Your Test:

   • Visit the OET booking page to select your test type and register.

Test Preparation

• Importance: Thorough preparation is crucial, even for those with high English proficiency.

• Resources:

  • Start with the OET preparation page.

Release of Test Results

1. Timeline: Results are typically released 10 business days after the test.

2. Automatic Transmission:

   • If you provided your USMLE/ECFMG ID during booking, results are sent electronically to ECFMG.

   • Allow three business days for results to appear in your Pathways application.

3. Update Information:

   • If necessary, update your OET profile to ensure details are correct.

   • If issues persist, contact ECFMG for assistance.