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📝 How OET Evaluates Your Letter: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

When preparing for the Occupational English Test (OET), many candidates worry about the Writing sub-test—especially the referral, discharge, or transfer letter. Understanding how these letters are assessed can make all the difference between a passing and borderline score. Let’s break it down clearly so you know exactly what examiners are looking for. 🎯 What Is the OET Writing Sub-Test? The Writing sub-test requires candidates to: Read and analyze a case note Write a formal letter (usually to another healthcare professional) Use appropriate tone, structure, and grammar in about 180–200 words 📋 The 6 Key Criteria Used to Evaluate Your Letter OET assesses your letter using six official scoring criteria, each scored from 0 to 7 , for a total of 42 points . Here's how each part works: Criterion What It Means What to Focus On 1. Purpose Is the reason for writing immediately clear? Write a clear opening sentence 2. Content Have you included all relevant details and nothing irrelevant...

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