SHA Exam for Midwives
Everything midwives need to pass the Sharjah Health Authority (SHA) licensing exam in United Arab Emirates — format, fees, passing score, syllabus focus and the fastest way to prepare.
The SHA 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 newest UAE regulator — separate from MOHAP for Sharjah-based private and government facilities. Read the full SHA licensing guide for the complete document checklist and fee breakdown.
What the SHA exam tests for midwives
Eligibility for midwives (SHA)
- 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.
SHA licensing process, step by step
- 1
SHA account & file
Register through the SHA portal or a sponsoring Sharjah facility.
- 2
Dataflow verification
Standard PSV report submitted to SHA.
- 3
Prometric MCQ
Sit the SHA-blueprinted Prometric assessment for your cadre.
- 4
Licence issuance
Practice permit issued after exam pass and facility linking.
SHA Exam FAQs for Midwives
What is the passing score for the SHA exam for midwives?›
The SHA (Sharjah Health Authority) exam pass mark is 60%. The result appears on-screen immediately after you finish the computer-based exam.
How much does the SHA midwife exam cost?›
The SHA exam fee is $180 – $260. Budget separately for Dataflow verification and licence issuance — the full SHA licensing journey typically runs higher once every step is included.
What is the format of the SHA 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 SHA midwife exam in my home country?›
Yes. Once SHA 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 SHA licensing take for midwives?›
On average 10-16 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 SHA 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 SHA exam?
Practice with chapter-wise SHA-style MCQs for midwives — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.