SHA Exam for Physiotherapists
Everything physiotherapists 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 physiotherapists
Physiotherapists are classified under allied health across the GCC and sit a dedicated Prometric paper covering musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiopulmonary physiotherapy. Rehab centres, sports clinics and hospital departments all require the authority licence before onboarding.
Exams are scenario-driven: assessment findings, outcome measures, contraindications and progression of treatment plans account for most of the paper.
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 physiotherapists
Eligibility for physiotherapists (SHA)
- BPT / DPT or equivalent physiotherapy qualification
- Home-country registration or licence where one exists
- Typically 2 years clinical experience
- 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 Physiotherapists
What is the passing score for the SHA exam for physiotherapists?›
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 physiotherapist 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 physiotherapists?›
100 – 150 MCQs, completed in 2 – 3 hours. The paper for physiotherapists focuses on musculoskeletal assessment and manual therapy and related clinical areas.
Can I take the SHA physiotherapist 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 physiotherapists?›
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 physiotherapists study for the SHA exam?›
High-yield areas include: musculoskeletal assessment and manual therapy; neurological rehabilitation (stroke, spinal cord injury, parkinson's); cardiopulmonary physiotherapy and icu care; electrotherapy modalities — indications and contraindications. 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 physiotherapists — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.