English Language Testing in South Australia

All nurses and midwives who are applying for assessment of their qualifications must prove English language proficiency by taking an approved English test. This ensures that they are able to communicate competently and safely with patients and their families, colleagues and other health professionals. Results must be sent directly from the test centre direct to the Nurses Board of South Australia (NBSA). The date of the test must be no more than two years prior to the submission of your application for assessment. The approved tests are:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – Academic Test. A score of at least 6.5 in Reading and Listening and a score of at least 7.0 in Writing and Speaking with an overall band score of 7.0 or greater. For further information, visit the IELTS Australia website.

• Occupational English Test (OET) for Nurses. Nurses and Midwives must achieve a B pass or higher in all four sections of the OET test. For further information visit the OET website.

For more information on IELTS visit here
For more information on OET visit here