Dubai
Registration Process[edit | edit source]
- Bachelor degree in physiotherapy from accredited institution required
- Minimum 2 years physiotherapy work experience required
- Senior physiotherapists require minimum 7 years work experience, or 5 years with a Masters degree
- Apply for professional licensure via the Dubai Health Authority online
- Dubai Health Authority assessment must be completed – Computer based exam, may be performed in England (London and Manchester)
Requirements[edit | edit source]
- Bachelor degree in physiotherapy
- Proof of work experience (minimum 2 years)
- Licence to practice – obtained through the Dubai Health Authority online
- Completed Dubai Health Authority assessment (An online application for professional licensure must be completed in order to book an exam)
- Certificate of good standing – application may be filled in through the Dubai Health Authority online
- Sponsorship is required to work in Dubai – a hospital may act as a sponsor once employment has been gained
- Dubai working visa
Job Opportunities[edit | edit source]
- Many job opportunities currently available both public and private, however, minimum 2 years experience required for licensing.
Cost[edit | edit source]
Licensing Assessment Fee: €50
Credentialing fee: €40
New Licence fee: €205
DHA assessment test: €130
Certificate of good standing fee: €100
Total: €525
Useful Websites[edit | edit source]
- Dubai Health Authority: http://www.dha.gov.ae/EN/SectorsDirectorates/Directorates/HealthRegulation/HealthProfessionals/Alliedhealth/Pages/AlliedHealth.aspx
- Application for DHA assessment: www.prometric.com/DHA
