How to Show Empathy in OET Speaking: Complete Guide with Phrases, Examples & Role-Play Tips
Learn how to demonstrate empathy in the OET Speaking test with practical phrases, response techniques, and tips to improve your communication score.
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Master OET Writing Tenses: The Complete Guide to Using Tenses Correctly
- by Mentor Merlin
- July 16, 2026
Tenses are one of the most overlooked aspects of OET Writing, yet they play a crucial role in producing an accurate and professional referral letter. Unlike academic essays, OET letters are clinical documents where every sentence reflects a patient’s journey from their medical history to their current condition and future management. Choosing the wrong tense
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How Panic Reading Lowers Your Score and How to Stop It
- by Mentor Merlin
- July 12, 2026
Learn how panic reading lowers your OET score and how to stop it with practical strategies for calmer, smarter reading. Get exam-ready with Mentor Merlin.
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Must Know Powerful Ways to Express Unfavourable Aspects to a Patient: Ultimate OET Speaking Guide for Nurses
- by Mentor Merlin
- June 30, 2026
Learn how to deliver unfavourable information in OET Speaking with a simple 4-step framework, practical phrases, and nursing examples.
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9 Proven Ways to Recover Smoothly When You Make Mistakes During the OET Speaking Role Play
- by Mentor Merlin
- June 24, 2026
Making a mistake during the OET Speaking role play does not mean losing marks. Learn 9 practical strategies to recover smoothly, stay confident, and maintain effective patient-centred communication throughout your test.
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7 Powerful Introduction Techniques That Can Instantly Impress OET Writing Assessors
- by Mentor Merlin
- June 14, 2026
Discover 7 powerful introduction techniques that can help you make a strong first impression in the OET Writing sub-test. Learn how to start your letter professionally, meet assessment criteria, and improve your chances of achieving your target score.
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5 Proven Tricks to Spot the Writer’s Opinion in OET Reading Part C
- by Mentor Merlin
- May 25, 2026
Master OET Reading Part C with simple strategies to identify the writer’s opinion quickly, avoid common traps, and improve your exam score confidently.
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Master OET Reading Parts B & C Multiple Choice: Proven Strategies for Higher Scores
- by Mentor Merlin
- May 18, 2026
Master OET Reading Parts B and C with practical multiple-choice strategies, timing tips, and exam techniques. Build confidence with Mentor Merlin.
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What to Expect After the OET Exam in 2025: Complete Walkthrough for your Success
- by Irin
- July 13, 2025
For nurses aiming to work and register professionally in the UK, understanding what to expect after the OET exam is an essential part of the journey. The Occupational English Test (OET) is widely recognised as the English language proficiency requirement for healthcare professionals, including nurses, seeking registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in
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How to Ask the Name of a Patient? OET Speaking Test for the UK
- by Irin
- July 6, 2025
If you are a nurse preparing for the OET Speaking Test for the UK, one important skill to focus on is asking the patient’s name politely and at the right time. This small but important step helps build trust and shows that you are confident and professional in your communication. In this blog, we’ll explain