What it tests: This section checks how well you understand spoken English in healthcare situations. You will listen to audio recordings (like conversations or patient reports) and answer questions about what you heard.
Tips for preparation:
Practice listening to English in medical settings, such as podcasts or videos about healthcare topics.
Focus on understanding important details like instructions, symptoms, or treatment plans.
What it tests: This section tests your ability to speak clearly and communicate in English with patients and healthcare teams. You will talk about healthcare topics, role-play scenarios (like explaining a medical procedure), and answer questions.
Tips for preparation:
Practice speaking English every day, especially on healthcare topics.
Record yourself speaking and listen for areas where you can improve, like pronunciation or clarity.
Work on speaking slowly and clearly.
What it tests: In this section, you will read texts related to healthcare, such as patient charts, medical instructions, or reports. Then, you’ll answer questions to show how well you understand what you read.
Tips for preparation:
Read medical texts in English, like articles, instructions, or books, to get used to the vocabulary and style.
Practice summarizing what you read to make sure you understand the main ideas.
What it tests: This section checks how well you can write in English. You will be asked to write things like patient reports, instructions, or explanations of medical topics.
Tips for preparation:
Practice writing clearly and correctly about healthcare topics.
Focus on writing short, clear sentences and organizing your ideas well.
Pay attention to grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Total Time: The test takes around 3-4 hours to complete.
Scoring: You will be scored on each section separately. Your scores will show how well you understand and use English in healthcare situations.
Start practicing early so you have plenty of time to improve your skills.
Focus on improving your weak areas first, and then practice your strengths.
Use the resources available, like guides, planners, grammar essential mini-courses, or online career development courses, to help you get ready for the exam.