Say It Simply: The OET Speaking Guide

Are you stuck around 300–340 in OET Speaking?

You may already have good English and strong clinical knowledge. The challenge is often showing your communication skills clearly and consistently during an OET role-play.

Say It Simply: The OET Speaking Guide is a practical guide for doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals who want a clearer, calmer way to practise for OET Speaking.

This guide helps you understand the Clinical Communication skills you need to demonstrate in role-plays — without trying to memorise long, unnatural scripts.

WHAT’S INSIDE

• A simple explanation of the five Clinical Communication areas

• Practical phrase patterns for empathy, signposting, checking understanding and summarising

• Guidance for difficult role-play moments, including anxious or resistant patients

• A self-assessment method to use with your own speaking recordings

• A simple pre-exam routine to help you feel more prepared and focused

THIS GUIDE IS FOR YOU IF:

• You keep receiving an OET Speaking score around 300–340

• You know what to say, but lose structure during role-plays

• You sound too rehearsed, too formal or unsure how to respond naturally

• You want a clearer way to practise independently

ABOUT KAREN BACON

Karen Bacon has coached OET candidates for 7 years. She holds a Diploma of Nursing, has 10 years of experience in the Australian healthcare system, and is a certified EFL teacher and coach.

She has helped more than 100 nurses, doctors and healthcare specialists prepare for OET and English interviews connected with Australian healthcare work.

This is an independent digital PDF preparation resource. You will receive immediate access after purchase.

Please note: OET results depend on each candidate’s individual performance. This guide is designed to support effective preparation and cannot guarantee a particular score.