DOH Exam for Midwives
Everything midwives need to pass the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH) licensing exam in United Arab Emirates — format, fees, passing score, syllabus focus and the fastest way to prepare.
The DOH pathway for midwives
Midwifery is licensed as its own cadre across the Gulf, with a Prometric exam focused on antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal and newborn care. Maternity volumes in GCC hospitals are high, and licensed midwives remain in consistent demand.
Candidates with combined nursing + midwifery qualifications should apply under the title that matches their target job — the exam blueprint differs between the two cadres.
Regulates all healthcare professionals in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi via the Tamm and Riayati platforms. Read the full DOH licensing guide for the complete document checklist and fee breakdown.
What the DOH exam tests for midwives
Eligibility for midwives (DOH)
- BSc Midwifery, Nurse-Midwife qualification or recognised midwifery diploma
- Current home-council registration as a midwife
- Typically 2 years post-registration experience in maternity settings
- Good Standing Certificate
Requirements vary by title tier — run the free eligibility check to see exactly where you stand before spending on Dataflow.
DOH licensing process, step by step
- 1
Tamm / Riayati registration
Open a professional file on Tamm (individuals) or via a sponsoring facility on Riayati.
- 2
Dataflow PSV
DOH-specific Dataflow report validates every document with the issuing body.
- 3
Eligibility & Prometric
DOH reviews the file, issues an Eligibility Letter, and schedules the Prometric assessment.
- 4
Assessment (exam or interview)
Prometric MCQ for most cadres; consultants may face an in-person interview panel.
- 5
Facility linking
License is activated once a DOH-registered facility submits your practice permit request.
DOH Exam FAQs for Midwives
What is the passing score for the DOH exam for midwives?›
The DOH (Department of Health – Abu Dhabi) exam pass mark is 60% (title-dependent). The result appears on-screen immediately after you finish the computer-based exam.
How much does the DOH midwife exam cost?›
The DOH exam fee is $180 – $280. Budget separately for Dataflow verification and licence issuance — the full DOH licensing journey typically runs higher once every step is included.
What is the format of the DOH exam for midwives?›
100 – 150 MCQs, completed in 2 – 3 hours. The paper for midwives focuses on antenatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy identification and related clinical areas.
Can I take the DOH midwife exam in my home country?›
Yes. Once DOH issues your eligibility, you can book any authorised Prometric centre worldwide — most candidates sit the exam in their home country before travelling.
How long does DOH licensing take for midwives?›
On average 10-18 weeks end-to-end, including Dataflow verification (the longest single step), eligibility review, the exam itself and licence issuance.
What should midwives study for the DOH exam?›
High-yield areas include: antenatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy identification; normal labour, partograph use and delivery management; obstetric emergencies — pph, eclampsia, shoulder dystocia; newborn resuscitation and essential newborn care. Chapter-wise MCQ practice with explanations is the fastest way to find and close your weak areas.
Ready to pass the DOH exam?
Practice with chapter-wise DOH-style MCQs for midwives — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.