SCFHS Exam for Midwives
Everything midwives need to pass the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) licensing exam in Saudi Arabia — format, fees, passing score, syllabus focus and the fastest way to prepare.
The SCFHS 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.
The single regulator for every healthcare professional in Saudi Arabia — from student registration to consultant classification. Read the full SCFHS licensing guide for the complete document checklist and fee breakdown.
What the SCFHS exam tests for midwives
Eligibility for midwives (SCFHS)
- 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.
SCFHS licensing process, step by step
- 1
Mumaris+ registration
Create your professional profile on Mumaris+ (SCFHS's unified system) and upload documents.
- 2
Classification & Dataflow
SCFHS classifies your title tier; Dataflow PSV runs in parallel.
- 3
Eligibility ID
Once classification + PSV clear, SCFHS issues an Eligibility ID to book Prometric.
- 4
Prometric Saudi exam
Sit the SCFHS Prometric assessment (Riyadh, Jeddah, home country or Dubai).
- 5
Professional registration
After passing, your Mumaris+ profile flips to 'Registered' — required for any Saudi employer's iqama.
SCFHS Exam FAQs for Midwives
What is the passing score for the SCFHS exam for midwives?›
The SCFHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties) exam pass mark is 60% (classification-specific). The result appears on-screen immediately after you finish the computer-based exam.
How much does the SCFHS midwife exam cost?›
The SCFHS exam fee is $200 – $320. Budget separately for Dataflow verification and licence issuance — the full SCFHS licensing journey typically runs higher once every step is included.
What is the format of the SCFHS exam for midwives?›
150 – 200 MCQs, completed in 3 hours. The paper for midwives focuses on antenatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy identification and related clinical areas.
Can I take the SCFHS midwife exam in my home country?›
Yes. Once SCFHS 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 SCFHS licensing take for midwives?›
On average 12-24 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 SCFHS 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 SCFHS exam?
Practice with chapter-wise SCFHS-style MCQs for midwives — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.