The OET Score Calculator Guide helps healthcare professionals understand their English language proficiency. The OET assesses candidates in four areas: speaking, writing, reading, and listening. Until August 2018, OET used an alphabetical grading system (E-A), which has since been replaced by a numerical scale ranging from 0-500. Each of the four subtests is graded on this scale, with 500 being the highest possible score.

For reading and listening subtests, typically 30 correct answers out of 42 questions are required to achieve a B grade, equivalent to a score of 350. These two subtests measure how well candidates understand written and spoken English in medical contexts and are the same across all healthcare professions. The writing and speaking subtests are profession-specific. Examiners grade these tests and ensure consistency and fairness through multiple reviews.

Candidates need to meet five key criteria in speaking and writing: task completion, appropriate language use, material understanding, grammatical accuracy, and effective communication. A score of 350 or higher is usually required by healthcare boards for employment consideration. Achieving this score demands thorough preparation and proficiency in all tested areas.

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