Questions nurses ask
Short answers to the questions nurses ask about exams, licensing, countries, costs, recruiters and jobs abroad. Each answer points to the official source to check.
16 questions
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Do I need IELTS or OET to work abroad as a nurse, and which one is better?
Neither test is better in general.
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Which countries accept OET for nurses, and which need IELTS?
It depends on the regulator in the country you are moving to, not on the test itself.
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Does Canada accept CELBAN or IELTS for nursing?
Canada uses more than one English test for nurses, and the test that counts depends on the regulator and the province where you apply.
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What overall IELTS score do I need to nurse in Australia?
The score is set by the regulator and it can change, so check Ahpra's current English requirements before you book a test.
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How should I plan a short or month-long preparation period for a nursing English or licensing exam?
A plan you can keep beats a perfect plan you drop in week two.
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How can I improve my speed in OET reading?
Speed in OET reading comes from practising the question types, not from reading faster.
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Where can I find OET listening practice?
Start with the official OET materials, because they match the real exam format most closely.
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How long do I have to wait to retake OET, and what does a retake cost?
The waiting period and the fee are set by the test provider, and both can change, so check the official OET website before you book.
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Are the free practice tests on NurseFlyAbroad official exam material?
No.
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How do I answer True, False and Not Given questions in IELTS Academic reading?
True means the passage states the same fact directly.
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Is there free practice for NCLEX-RN?
Yes.
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What is the NMC CBT like, and is the OSCE hard?
The NMC CBT is a computer-based test of clinical knowledge, and the OSCE is a practical exam made up of stations where you show clinical skills.
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Where can I practise drug dosage calculations for the NMC CBT?
Practise dosage calculations every day in short blocks, because they are a common weak point in licensing exams and in real practice.
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How do I check exam dates and rule changes before I book?
Check each date and rule at its source before you book, because exam dates and rules change often.
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Which German certificate do I need for nursing in Germany: telc or Goethe B2?
Check which certificate the employer or the recognition body accepts, because requirements differ by role and by state.
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What is the best way to learn German ward vocabulary for nursing?
Learn words in groups tied to a ward task, such as giving medication, taking a history or handover, rather than from an alphabetical list.
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