Bengaluru, Aug 19 (Reporter) MeritTrac, India's foremost testing and assessment provider, on Monday announced a strategic partnership with the Occupational English Test (OET), a leading global English proficiency test for healthcare professionals, to significantly enhance the career prospects for nurses, doctors, and other healthcare workers in India seeking international opportunities. With a global deficit of 4.5 million nurses projected by 2030, the collaboration will see MeritTrac leverage its extensive expertise in testing to manage the OET's delivery in Bengaluru. This initiative aims to provide healthcare professionals in the region with easy access to the OET, which is designed for 12 different healthcare professions. The test’s widespread acceptance by over 500 employers, regulators, and universities around the world underscores its importance for those seeking employment abroad. KP Manjunath, Chief Operating Officer at MeritTrac, emphasised the strategic importance of the partnership. "MeritTrac is uniquely positioned to advance the awareness and relevance of the OET among students and professionals in our region," he said. "We are committed to delivering secure assessments and an exceptional test-taker experience." Tom Keenan, Regional Director for APAC at OET, highlighted the reasons for choosing MeritTrac as a partner. "MeritTrac’s understanding of the healthcare industry's dynamics and its industry-leading testing processes stood out during our selection process," Keenan remarked. "We are excited about expanding the reach of the OET Test in India and providing greater access to Indian healthcare professionals." This partnership marks a significant step forward in addressing the international career needs of healthcare professionals in India and supporting their ambitions to work in global healthcare systems...////...