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United Arab Emirates Ministry of Health
Evaluation Manual of Physicians, Pharmacists & Health Care Professionals
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Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan

Founder of the United Arab Emirates
May Allah Almighty Rest His Soul
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His Highness
Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan

President of the United Arab Emirates
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His Highness
Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Vice President of the United Arab Emirates Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai
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In the name of Allah the Merciful the Compassionate
Forward
Human resources development has become a substantial factor that contributes positively to the progress of any society. Hence special attention should be paid to the human element as civilizations are evaluated accordingly. H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al-Nahyan founder of United Arab Emirates - may God have mercy upon him emphasized this objective through his leadership and had been maintained by his successor H.H. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan the president of the state (May God bless him). Since the establishment of the United Arab Emirates, special attention has been paid to the development of national human resources. All facilities were made available to improve their professional skills and abilities. As the human element is considered to be the most important component of health services the Ministry of Health was keen to select the qualified and competent medical staff capable of undertaking their duties affectively. This manual contains the standards and criteria for Health Care Professionals evaluation including Physicians, Pharmacists, Nurses and Technologists. In developing such standards reference was made to other countries systems and experiences and the expertise of international academic institutions. We hope that this publication will be a valuable addition to other MOH documents and serves as a reference to Health Care Professionals.
Hamad Abdul Rahman Al Madfa

Minister of Health
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Preface
The objective of the Health Care Professionals evaluation is to seek and select the most qualified and capable staff who would provide safe and effective Health Care Services in order to decrease patient suffering and increase patient satisfaction. The evaluation standards and criteria specified in this manual are based on the standards and reputation of the institution from which the candidate graduated. Experience, work continuity and published researches are also considered as additional and favorable assets for evaluation and grading. The written and oral exams for practitioners and specialists to ascertain their educational level and its conformity with ongoing changes in the field of specialty are essential prerequisites in the process of evaluation. In addition, personal interviews are set to measure self-confidence and initiative as well as skills needed to determine the candidates effciency and ethical values. The Higher Certificates Evaluation Committee documents and classifies qualifications and certificates of Health Care Professionals and sets up the infrastructure for Health Care Practice in the United Arab Emirates. These efforts and contributions are highly appreciated and noted in this publication which aims to ensure sustainable high quality health care services in the UAE.
Dr. AbdulGhaffar M. AbdulGhafoor Al Hawi

Assistant Undersecretary for Curative Medicine Chairman, Evaluation Committee
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Index
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Chapter One
....................... Evaluation procedures of physicians and dentists
Chapter Two
....................... Evaluation procedures of pharmacists & their assistants
Chapter Three
....................... Evaluation procedures of nursing personnel
Chapter Four
....................... Evaluation procedures of technicians
Section One :
Evaluation procedures of technicians holding higher-qualifications

Section Two :
Evaluation procedures of technicians not holding higher-qualifications
Chapter Five
....................... Evaluation procedures of those who practice the profession of
complementary and alternative medicine
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Chapter One
Evaluation procedures of Physicians and Dentists
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First: Regulatory Procedures:

1. Evaluation Committee Formation:
This committee shall be formed by a ministerial decree and constitutes of a Chairperson and number of members including the rapporteur. This committee will be responsible for evaluating postgraduate certificates of physicians and dentists.
2. Evaluation Committee Jurisdictions:

Evaluating and approving the certificates, qualifications and experiences of physicians and dentists who hold postgraduate degrees in accordance with the provisions of the cabinet resolution No. (11) of 1974 and its amendments.
3. Evaluation Committee Meetings:

The committee shall hold its meetings in the Ministry of Health headquarters periodically every two weeks, or upon the request of its chairperson, when necessary.
4. Legal Quorum:
The committees meetings shall not be valid and legal unless the majority of its members are present provided that the chairperson or his deputy is present.
5. Evaluation Standards and Criteria:

The cabinet resolution No. (11) of 1974 regarding the physicians employment system and its amendments. Passing the exams and interviews held by Ministry of Health. The international evaluation standards and criteria.
6. The Standards of Certificates Equivalency:

Fulfilling the academic requirements and the common training period for obtaining the certificate: The study period required for obtaining the certificate. The study system required for obtaining the certificate. (correspondence education is not acceptable) Exams mode and model. The qualification type (vocational or academic). The country or the institution that issued the qualification. Qualification level and its international accreditation.
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7. The Standards of Defining the Approved Experience:

Experience compliance with specialty. Experience period. Country, type and reputation of the institution where experience was acquired. Experience continuity.
8. Other Skills:
Enrollment in continuous education program. Medical researches, studies and publications. Experience in the academic education field. Administrative experience.
9. Procedures Documentation:
The procedures of the evaluation committee will be documented in the following records:
a) The evaluation application form of each physician which includes the following: Personal information. Academic certificates. Referees. Medical researches, studies and publications. Conferences, seminars and workshops. Acquired experience. b) Documents assessment form: "Evaluation data" are set forth in this form and signed by the chairperson and the present committee members. c) Outcomes of the evaluation committee meeting: It includes the date, number and the names of the chairperson and the present committee members and the evaluation or re-evaluation recommendations based on the documents presented. the minutes is to be signed by the chairperson and the rapporteur of the committee. d) Evaluation certificate: To be signed by the chairperson or his deputy.
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Second: Evaluation Procedures:

The evaluation procedures are carried out according to the physician category and the conditions of evaluation established by the cabinet resolution No. (11) of 1974 and its amendments.
1. Evaluation Grades:
Intern: confined only to national physicians (holding ID entry summary) who hold the basic medicine degree from a recognized university or college and who have not spent an internship year pursuant to the cabinet resolution No. (3) of 1993. Starting GP: physicians who hold the basic medicine degree from a recognized university or college and who have fulfilled the internship year and have experience for less than (5) years. (National physician is exempted from the condition of experience). General practitioner: physicians who hold the basic medicine degree from a recognized university or college and who have completed (5) years experience after the internship year. Specialist (B) doctor: physicians who hold the basic medicine degree from a recognized university or college together with a diploma or its equivalent, the study of which is not less than (12) months, and who have experience not less than (3) years after the diploma. Specialist (A) doctor: physicians who hold the basic medicine degree from a recognized university or college together with a master degree or its equivalent, the study of which is not less than (24) months, and who have experience not less than (3) years after the master. Consultant (B) doctor: physicians who hold the basic medicine degree from a recognized university or college together with Ph.D., fellowship or membership of one or more world recognized medical colleges or its equivalent and who have experience not less than (5) years after obtaining the highest qualification. Consultant (A) doctor: physicians who hold the basic medicine degree from a recognized university or college together with Ph.D., fellowship or membership of one or more world recognized medical colleges or an equivalent or those who have a professor rank in the specialty field and experience not less than (10) years after obtaining the highest qualification.
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Job grade
Required academic qualification

M.B.Ch.B (M.B.B.S.)
Experience period
Requirements
Intern
Starting G.P.
M.B.Ch.B (M.B.B.S.)
Internship year and less than (5) years experience Experience not less than (5) years after the internship year for public sector & not less than (2) years for private sector
G.P.
M.B.Ch.B (M.B.B.S.)
Specialist (B)
M.B.Ch.B (M.B.B.S.)+ diploma or equivalent (not less than (12) months) study period) M.B.Ch.B (M.B.B.S.)+ master or equivalent (not less than (24) months) study period) M.B.Ch.B (M.B.B.S.)+ Ph.D., fellowship or membership of any world recognized colleges or equivalent
Experience not less than (3) years after Diploma
Specialist (A)
Experience not less than (3) years after Master
Consultant (B)
Experience not less than (5) years after obtaining the highest Degree
Studies & Researches in specialty field
Consultant (A)
M.B.Ch.B (M.B.B.S.)+ Ph.D., fellowship or membership of one or more world recognized colleges or equivalent or having a professor rank in specialty field
Experience not less than (10) years after obtaining the highest Degree
Studies & Researches in specialty field
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2. Evaluation Conditions: Remarks about the Evaluation Conditions:

Intern grade is confined to national doctors only. The internship year (training or residing) must be spent in one of the recognized hospitals. National physicians are exempted from the condition of experience upon evaluation as a starting G.P. however they must complete the internship year. UAE and GCC National physicians are exempted from G.P. exam provided they are graduates from any recognized faculty of medicine whether in their original countries or abroad and have license to practice in their country. Physicians who passed (USMLE) exam in its three parts are exempted from the G.P. oral and written exam; However they must sit for an interview. Physicians who passed (USMLE) exam in its first and second parts are exempted from G.P. written exam only; However they must sit for an interview and an Oral exam. Physicians who passed (PLAB) exam in its first and second parts are exempted from G.P. written exam; However they must sit for an interview. Physicians who have profession licenses to practice from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zeeland, and European Union states are exempted from G.P. written exam; However they must sit for an interview. English language proficiency (written and spoken) is a must.
3. Recognised Certificates:
a) Examples of certificates equivalent to the highest academic qualifications:
Country
Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Egypt
Certificate
Specialty certificate issued by the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons Certificate of specialization / FACHARTZ Belgian Board Specialty certificate issued by the Royal Faculty of Physicians and Surgeons Danish Board M.D. in clinical medicine
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Country
Finland Finnish Board
Certificate
France
Diploma of special studies (D.E.S) or (D.E.S.C.) or (D.I.S). Certificate of special studies (C.E.S) given after 1979 until 1992 Certificate of national medical council (CNOM) until 1992. Certificate of clinical studies of orthodontics (CESMO) Certificate of specialization / FACHARTZ Specialty certificate issued by specialists registration commission (SCR) Doctorate in medicine (DM) and Surgery (mch) Norwegian Board Fellowship of the faculty of medicine Specialty Certificate issued by Swiss Doctor Union Swedish Board Fellowship and Membership of British Royal Colleges given before 1997 and a C.C.S.T (Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training) is a must for Fellowship & Membership given after 1997. American Board
Germany Holland India Norway South Africa Switzerland Sweden United Kingdom
United States of America
b) Examples of certificates equivalent to Master Degree (provided that the study period is not less than (24) month):
Country
Arab Board Algeria & Tunisia
Certificate
Specialty certificate issued from Algeria & Tunisia
Canada
Master
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Country
Egypt Federal Russia & Ukraine France India Iran Iraq Ireland Jordan Lebanon Pakistan Philippines Poland Saudi Arabia Spain Sudan Sweden Syria United Kingdom Academic Ph.D. Ph.D. (CANDIDATA)
Certificate
Specialty Studies Certificate (C.E.S) given before 1979 Masters in Medicine (MD) and Master in Surgery (M.S.) Iranian Board Iraqi Board Master Jordanian Board Specialty certificate issued by The American University of Beirut Fellowship of Faculty of Physicians and Surgeons Filipino Board Master not less than (2) years Saudi Board Specialty certificate issued By Ministry of Health & Science M.D. in Clinical Medicine Academic Ph.D. Higher studies certificate issued by Ministry of Higher Education Academic Ph.D or Master
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c) Examples of certificates equivalent to Diploma Degree (provided that the study period is not less 12 month):
Country
Diploma United Kingdom
Certificate
Certificate of Master Degree if the necessary study term is less than (2) years Certificate of Master Degree granted by means of researches only from recognized universities
United States of America Other Countries
Master in Public Health (M.P.H) Any certificate of Diploma Degree, where study term is not less than (12) months from recognized universities
4. Required Documents:
Evaluation application form. Curriculum Vitae (C.V). Copies of academic certificates provided the originals are attested by the official authorities. Copies of letters of experience provided the originals are attested by the official authorities. Copy of the physician's registration in the medical association in his country of origin. Personal declaration. List of researches and studies and their references. Copy of passport or citizenship document for nationals. (3) photos. Established fees payment receipt.
Remark:
The original academic and experience certificates issued from outside UAE must be translated into Arabic or English and attested by the official competent authorities (from the university that granted the certificate and from the UAE embassy in the university's country and from the ministry of foreign affairs in the UAE). The designated officer in the evaluation section must review the said original documents and sign the copies indicating that they are true copies of the originals. The committee may exclude the condition of attesting letters of experience for essential reasons where attesting is difficult, and according to each case.
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5. General Conditions:
Consultant (A) doctor is evaluated without the need to sit for the exams held by the ministry, it is possible also (as per the evaluation committee discretion) to interview him by two different committees of consultant doctors in the specialty field to define his academic and practical level, and to take the proper decision. Consultant (B) doctors and specialist (A) doctors are evaluated either by interviews by two different committees of consultant doctors in the specialty field, or by exams for Specialist (A) doctors. Specialist (B) doctor, G.P and starting G.P. should Pass the written and oral exams. National physician is exempted from the oral and written exams, provided he passes the interview. Re-evaluation for a higher grade is considered only under the required conditions. Evaluation or re-evaluation does not bind the ministry to appoint or promote physicians to a certain grade.
Third: Re-evaluation Procedures:

The re-evaluation procedures vary according to the category to be re-evaluated. In all cases, the following documents must be attached to the re-evaluation application form: 1. Promotion and performance evaluation application form that fulfills all the information related to the person concerned including the previous evaluation signed by section head or the direct manager, hospital director, and medical zone director or central administration. 2. The qualifications and experiences that followed the previous evaluation.
Re-evaluation Conditions:
1. Intern to starting G.P:
The re-evaluation of this category is confined only to national physicians who completed the internship year.
2. Starting G.P. to G.P:

The Completion of not less than (5) years experience after the internship year.
3. G.P. or starting G.P. to specialist (B):

The re-evaluation of starting G.P. or G.P. to specialist (B) is carried out if he obtains the academic qualification (diploma or its equivalent) in one of the medical specialties from a recognized academic institution, provided the conditions established for specialist (B) doctor evaluation are in accordance with what is set fourth in this manual.
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4. G.P. or specialist (B) to specialist (A):

The re-evaluation of G.P. or specialist (B) to specialist (A) is carried out if he obtains the academic qualification (master or its equivalent) in one of the medical specialities from a recognized academic institution, provided that the conditions established for specialist (A) doctor evaluation are in accordance with what is set fourth in this manual.
5. G.P. or specialist (A) to consultant (B):

The re-evaluation of G.P. or specialist (A) to consultant (B) is carried out if he obtains the academic qualification (Ph.D., fellowship or membership or its equivalent) from a recognized academic institution, provided the conditions established for evaluating consultant (B) doctor are in accordance with what is set fourth in this manual.
6. Consultant (B) to consultant (A):

The re-evaluation of this category is carried out when the physician has practiced this profession for a period not less than (10) years in the specialty field from the date of obtaining the highest certificate (Ph.D., fellowship or membership or its equivalent).
Fourth: Evaluation Procedures for Candidates applying for other Parties:

a) The procedures of evaluating or re-evaluating the certificates referred by these parties shall be consistent with the procedures of evaluating and re-evaluating the certificates of the candidates applying to working at the Ministry of Health. b) These parties shall submit the files to the committee in charge of evaluating postgraduate certificates after conducting the interviews and exams required for these categories. The task of evaluation committee shall be confined to the procedures of evaluation and equivalency only. c) The above mentioned parties include the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. UAE Armed Forces /GHQ. Ministry of Interior. Ministry of Agriculture. The UAE Municipalities.
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Chapter Two
Evaluation Procedures of Pharmacists & their Assistants
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Evaluation Committee:
The task of evaluating pharmacists is assigned to an evaluation committee formed under a resolution issued by the minister pursuant to the provisions of the cabinet's resolution No. 9 of 1975 regarding the system of employing pharmacist, vets and medical technicians.
Evaluation Conditions:
1. Academic qualifications. 2. Practical experience. 3. Passing written exams and technical interviews.
First: Pharmacists:
1. Pharmacists Written Exam:
Pursuant to article No. (2) of the federal law No. (4) of 1983 regarding the profession of pharmacy and pharmaceutical establishments, he who applies to the pharmacist profession exam should fulfill the following conditions: 1. Having the basic pharmacy certificate from a recognized higher institute or university. 2. He has practiced this profession for a period not less than two years after holding the basic certificate, UAE nationals are exempted from this condition. 3. He should not be convicted for a crime related to honor or honesty unless he is cleared or pardoned by the competent authorities. 4. Fluent in Arabic and English languages (reading and writing). 5. Passing the scientific pharmacy test and pharmacy Law exam held by the ministry.
2. Pharmacists Technical Interviews:

The following categories are exempted from the written exam; hence an interview by the committee will be sufficient. The committee may examine them in writing, if it deems necessary: a) Any applicant who has a Bachelor in pharmacy from recognized universities in United Kingdom, USA, New Zeeland, Australia, EU countries, Switzerland, and Scandinavian states, provided he has a license to practice from the regulatory authorities such as syndicates of pharmacists and local authorities in his country and has the necessary practical experience and english language proficiency for non-native speakers. b) Pharmacists who have a Pharma D certificate in USA and Canada and have Licence to practice. c) UAE licensed pharmacists who have bachelor and postgraduate degrees and have already worked in the public or private sector in the UAE and wish to move from one sector to another. This exception applies to those who have continuously worked in the UAE as pharmacists for the last three years who Licenced befor year 2000.
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d) Pharmacists who have a valid temporary license and have finished their contract with the governmental sector and wish to work for the private sector. e) Pharmacists who hold a Bachelor, Master or Ph.D. wishing to work in the technical sector, laboratories and academic institutions, provided they are interviewed by the examination committee. Otherwise, they have to pass the written scientific exam. f) Higher diploma graduates known as pharmacy technicians or those who have graduated from UAE Higher Colleges of Technology - higher diploma program are treated as pharmacy technicians in accordance with the laws applied in USA and UK. g) Graduates from the faculties of sciences who hold a Bachelor, Master, or Ph.D. (biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, therapeutics, anatomy, and the like) are treated as graduates from faculties of sciences not as pharmacists or pharmacy technicians who graduated from the faculty of pharmacy similarly to what is applied in both USA and UK. h) Passing Arabic language proficiency test for non-native speakers is mandatory to all the aforesaid categories. i) Pharmacists who work with governmental parties should have a temporary license to practice pursuant to article (10) of pharmacy law No. (4) of 1983.
3. The Requirements to applying for the Pharmacist Written Exam or the Technical Interview:
Copy of the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae (C.V). Basic pharmacy certificate and any postgraduate diploma (Master and/or PhD) if any, provided the original is attested by the official authorities. Letters of experience in pharmacy provided the original is attested by the official authorities. Syndicate membership/ license from the applicants country of origin or from the country where he graduated. Valid passport. Visit / residence visa in the state. 3 photos. Receipt of AED 100 fees by E-dirham. The designated officer in the evaluation section must review the above mentioned original documents and sign the copies indicating that they are true copies of the originals. The committee may exclude the condition of attesting letters of experience for essential reasons where attesting is difficult and according to each case.
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Second: Pharmacist Assistant:

The task of evaluating pharmacist assistants is assigned to a technical committee. Applicants for the pharmacist assistants profession practice exam should fulfill the following conditions pursuant to article No. (3) of the Federal Law No. (4) of 1983 regarding the pharmacy profession and pharmaceutical establishment: 1. Holding a recognized pharmacist assistant certificate. 2. He should have practiced this profession for a period not less than two years in any of the pharmaceutical establishments under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. UAE nationals are exempted from this condition. 3. He should not be convicted for a crime related to honor or honesty unless he is cleared or pardoned by the competent authorities. 4. Fluent in Arabic and English languages (reading and writing). 5. Passing the exam scientific pharmacy test and pharmacy Law held by the ministry for this purpose.
The Requirements of Applying for Pharmacist Assistant Evaluation Exam:

Copy of the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae (C.V). Certificate of higher diploma in pharmacy provided the original is attested by the official authorities. General secondary education certificate duly attested. letter of experience in pharmacy provided the original is attested by the official authorities. Syndicate membership/ license from the applicants country of origin or from the country where he graduated. Valid passport. Visit / residence visa in the state. 3 photos. Receipt of AED 50 fees by E-dirham. The original academic and experience certificates issued from outside UAE must be translated into Arabic or English and attested by the official competent authorities (from the university that granted the certificate and from the UAE embassy in the university's country and from the ministry of foreign affairs in UAE). The designated officer in the evaluation section must review the said original documents and sign the copies indicating that they are true copies of the originals. The committee may exclude the condition of attesting letters of experience for essential reasons where attesting is difficult, and according to each case.
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Third:
All pharmacists and assistants should pass the exam of pharmaceutical laws that regulate the profession of pharmacy in United Arab Emirates before applying for license to practice the profession of pharmacy.
Fourth:
All pharmacists and assistants who failed two consecutive exams can sit for the exam in Arabic language, pharmacy or the exam of pharmaceutical law and legislations that regulate the profession of pharmacy in United Arab Emirates for a third (and last) time and only after one year from the second exam.
Fifth:
All pharmacists and assistants who ceased practicing the pharmacy profession for more than 3 successive years must apply for the scientific pharmacy exam and the law of pharmacy and pharmaceutical legislations that regulates the pharmacy profession in the United Arab Emirates in order to be re-licensed for practicing this profession in UAE.
Pharmacist Job Degrees in Ministry of Health in United Arab Emirates

Job grade
Starting Pharmacist Practitioner Pharmacist
Academic qualification
Bachelor in pharmacy from faculties of pharmacy recognized in the UAE Bachelor in pharmacy from faculties of pharmacy recognized in the UAE Bachelor in pharmacy +
Experience period
Experience not less than one year pursuant to the cabinet resolution Minimum of (3) years experience Experience for not less than (3) years after obtaining the diploma
Other requirements
Specialist (B) Pharmacist
Diploma or its equivalent, the study of which is not less than (12) months from faculties of pharmacy Bachelor in pharmacy +
UAE nationals are exempted from the experience condition
Specialist (A) Pharmacist
Experience for not less Master or its equivalent, from faculties than (3) years after obtaining Master Degree of pharmacy recognized in the UAE Bachelor in pharmacy + Ph.D. in pharmacy from faculties of pharmacy recognized in the UAE Bachelor in pharmacy + Ph.D. in pharmacy from faculties of pharmacy recognized in the UAE Experience for not less than (5) years after obtaining Ph.D. Experience for not less than (10) years after obtaining Ph.D.
Consultant (B) Pharmacist Consultant (A) Pharmacist
Studies, researches published in the specialty field and/or taking part in scientific conferences internationally recognized
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Chapter Three
Registration and Evaluation Procedures of Nurses and Midwives
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The Federal Department of Nursing, Ministry of Health registers nurses and midwives after passing the MOH nursing examination and completion of registration requirements. The Federal Department of Nursing (FDON) also evaluates nurses who apply to work for Ministry of Health and other Governmental Institutions in order to appoint them on suitable grades.
First: The Registration System

The Ministry started implementing the nursing registration system in the beginning of 1993 and started registration of midwives in 2003. This system mandates that those who want to practice nursing and midwifery in the country should present the registration form at the FDON enclosed with the required documents, and should pass the written examination designed to assess the applicants knowledge level in the field of nursing and midwifery. The computerized registration system has been developed to achieve higher efficiency and to obtain the required information properly. The professional nursing grades are determined through this system by two levels: registered nurse level and practical nurse level. As for midwives, there are registered midwife level and practical midwife level. This applied to both governmental and private sectors.
General Registration Information:

Registration requirements are met when a nurse or midwife meets the applicable eligibility requirements, submit the Nursing Registration Application to the Federal Department of Nursing, MOH with all documents, passes an examination or meets the "exemption from examination" criteria, pays the fee where applicable, and all required verifications have been received, reviewed to meet the standard and criteria of the Federal Department of Nursing.
1. Registration Criteria:
Registered Nurse (RN):
Applicant should have at least a three (3) years diploma in nursing with a minimal attainment of sixty percent (60%) of total marks and after a full secondary school education.
Practical Nurse (PN):

Applicant should have one of the following: A diploma in nursing of less than three (3) years with a minimal attainment of sixty percent (60%) of total marks after a full secondary school education A three (3) years diploma in nursing with a minimal attainment of sixty percent (60%) of total marks after intermediate education.
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Registered Midwife (RMW):

Applicant should have one of the following: Full secondary school education and a twelve (12) or eighteen (18) months qualification after a three years nursing programme, with a minimal attainment of sixty percent (60%) of total marks. At least a three (3) years diploma in midwifery with a minimal attainment of sixty percent (60%) of total marks.
Practical Midwife (PMW):

Applicant should have one of the following: An intermediate education and a diploma in midwifery of at least twelve (12) months after a three years nursing programme, with a minimal attainment of sixty percent (60%) of total marks. Applicants with intermediate education or with full secondary school and a diploma in midwifery of two (2) years duration.
The originals or certified copies of each of the following:
Passport including a valid UAE residence visa or other proof of legal stay in the UAE e.g. Visit visa. Statutory evidence of any name change (marriage license, other legal document). School Leaving Certificate (Highest level attained before entry to nursing or midwifery training). Nursing or Midwifery training Certificate / Diploma / Degree- (length of training and academic achievement must be verified by means of official transcript if not clearly specified on Certificate / Diploma / Degree). Nursing Licensure or Registration showing current validity.
3. Nursing / Midwifery Registration Examinations:

The nursing and midwifery examination is held regularly during each year. A score of 60% is required to pass the two hours written examination of 100 multiple choice questions. Written information is given on the format of the examination to those who are required to sit for the examination.
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4. Completion of Registration Requirements:

Forms known as "verifications" will be made available to those who PASS the nursing examination or meet the exemption from examination requirements. The applicant mails the verification; the FDON receives it. The registration application is not complete until the FDON receives these verifications. The verifications must be received directly from the source only as stated clearly on each verification and must meet the standards and quality criteria set by the FDON. If the applicant meets the "exemption from examination" requirements, the verifications needed to complete registration will be given at the completion of the review of the application.
5. Repeated Examination Attempts:

An applicant not obtaining a passing score on the first attempt is allowed to sit the written examination twice more for a total of three times. Nurses will be charged for each examination for which they register. No refunds are made by the MOH for non-attendance or for any other reason. Applicants will be required to prove they meet all eligibility requirements at the time they apply to re-take the registration examination.
6. Examination Exemption Conditions:

UAE Nationals and Graduates of Institutes of Nursing are exempted from the examination. In Addition first level / Registered Nurses or Registered Midwives holding current valid nursing registration/ licensure in certain countries as well as all nurses holding a Masters Degree in Nursing are exempted from the nursing examination if they have been actively employed in the field of nursing in a clinical setting, nursing administration or nursing education for at least 1000 hours within the three years prior to application for registration in the UAE. This applies only to First level /Registered Nurses or Midwives and not to SEN / Practical / Licensed Vocational Nurses or Midwives. Those exempted from the written exam must meet all other criteria for registration.
7. The Registration and Regulation Committee:

The Nursing and Midwifery registration and regulation committee is formed by a decree signed by H.E Minister of Health. Its tasks are as follows: 1. Setting policies and the procedures related to the registration system. 2. Setting a draft law to regulate Nursing and Midwifery practice in the United Arab of Emirates. 3. Studying the cases and issues related to applying the registration criteria of nursing and midwifery professionals and submitting the recommendations.
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Second: Evaluation and Selection of Nurses and Midwives

Nurses and Midwives are evaluated according to the provisions of the cabinets resolution No. (9) and No. (10) of 1975 as well as the cabinet resolution No. (9) of 1982 and the amendment decrees, for those who want to work in the governmental sector.
1. Evaluation Committee :
A nursing and midwifery evaluation and selection committee is formed and approved by a resolution from H. E. the Minister of Health. The committee consists of number of qualified and experienced nurses representing various nursing and midwifery specialties. The committee takes into consideration the registration outcome of each candidate.
2. Responsibility of the Committee:

The committee evaluates the certificates, qualifications and experience of the holders of the nursing and midwifery certificates, and considers equalizing and approving the certificates and qualifications according to the provisions of the cabinet decision No. (9) and No. (10) of 1975 and the amendment decisions.
3. Meetings of the Committee:

The committee holds its meetings at the headquarters of the Ministry of Health upon a request from the chairperson, when necessary.
4. Quorum:
The convention of the committee shall not be valid or legal unless attended by the majority of its members provided they include the chairperson or his deputy.
5. Evaluation Criteria:
Meeting the registration conditions according to the FDON procedures, and the cabinet decision No. (9) and No. (10) of 1975 and its amendments concerning the nurses employment system.
6. Documents Required for Evaluation:

A certificate of meeting registration requirement of Ministry of Health, UAE. The interview conducted for the applicants by the MOH or other governmental institutions. Complete appointment application form.
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Complete interview from the direct nursing official. Detailed curriculum vitae in English/ Arabic. A copy of general education certificate obtained before nursing certificate. A copy of the basic nursing certificate. A copy of the specialization certificate after the basic nursing certificate (if any). Copies of the experience certificates (should include the start date and end of work and job title, attested by the employer). A copy of a valid passport. 2 photos. A copy of valid nursing practice license from the country of origin.
7. Grades and Conditions of Evaluation:

a) Evaluation conditions according to the cabinet resolution No (9) of 1975 and the amendment decisions concerning the medical technicians (nursing) employment system who hold higher qualifications: The required scientific qualification Other requirements
The studies and researches published in the field of specialization
Job grade
Period of experience
Consultant medical technician (A)
Bachelor + PhD or its equivalent
Experience for not less than (10) years after obtaining the required qualification
Consultant medical technician (B) Specialist medical technician (A) Specialist medical technician (B)
Experience for not less than (5) years after obtaining the required qualification Experience for not less than (3) years after obtaining Master Experience for not less than (3) years after obtaining the scientific specialization diploma
The studies and researches published in the field of specialization
Bachelor + Master or its equivalent
Bachelor + Diploma
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Job grade
The required scientific qualification
Other requirements
Practitioner medical technician
Bachelor
Experience for not less than (3) years after obtaining the scientific qualification
Beginner medical Bachelor technician
one year experience
b) Evaluation conditions according to the cabinet resolution No. (10) of 1975 and the amendment decisions concerning evaluating the medial technicians (nursing) who have no high qualifications: Job grade The required scientific qualification
Nursing Diploma for (3) years after secondary school
(17) years experience or two years as Deputy Director of Nursing (15) years experience or two years as Assistant Director of Nursing
Other requirements
Experience is reduced to (12) years in case of having a specialized diploma for at least 6 months. Experience is reduced to (10) years in case of having a specialized diploma for at least 6 months. Experience is reduced to (8) years in case of having a nursing diploma for one year Experience is reduced to (5) years in case of having a specialized diploma for at least one year
Director of Nursing
Deputy Director of Nursing
Nursing Diploma for (3) Assistant Director years after secondary of Nursing school
(13) years experience
Senior in charge
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Job grade

Nursing Diploma for (3) years after intermediate school Nursing Diploma for (3) years after intermediate school
Other requirements
Charge Technician
Qualified Technician
one year experience after obtaining the Diploma
c) The committee also reviews files of nursing assistants as follows according to the above-mentioned decrees: Job grade The required scientific qualification
Diploma for (18) months after the primary school
Other requirements
Assistant Technician (A)
Assistant Technician (B)
Diploma for one year after the primary school
Assistant Technician
Diploma for (6) months after the primary school Not holding a qualification, and having experience not less than (2) years in the field of specialization
Helper
8. Procedures of Certificates Equivalency:

Equivalency of nursing certificates depends on the ministerial decision No. (50) of 1998 which was issued upon a recommendation of the Certificates Equivalency Committee at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and upon the decisions issued form the Ministry of Health in that regard.
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9. Criteria and Standards:

Attested study record. Recognition of the concerned responsible body in the country of the educational institution which grants the certificate- of the institution and its certificates. Educational system in the Country of Origin (educational grading) or in the country of the educational institution which grants the certificate. The system of the institution which grants the certificate and the conditions of joining it. Duration of study to obtain the certificate. The study plan and the examinations system according to which the certificate was granted. Observing the applied international criteria for equalizing the specialization. The committee may add any other standard or criteria, as needed.

Equivalence application form. Curriculum Vitae. Educational certificates/ Transcripts. Established fees payment receipt. Certificates of education and letters of experience presented from outside the country should be translated into Arabic or English and duly attested by the competent official authorities. Passport copy. The Original certificate required to be equalized or a duly approved copy thereof. Approved copy of the educational standard preceding the degree required to be equalized. The committee may request any other necessary documents for taking its decision.
Remark:
The original academic and experience certificates issued from outside UAE must be translated into Arabic or English and attested by the official competent authorities (from the university that granted the certificate and from the UAE embassy in the university's country and from the ministry of foreign affairs in UAE). The designated officer in the evaluation section must review the said original documents and sign the copies indicating that they are true copies of the originals. The committee may exclude the condition of attesting letters of experience for essential reasons where attesting is difficult, and according to each case.
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Chapter Four
Section One
Evaluation Procedures of Technicians (Holding HigherQualifications)
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First: Regulatory Procedures

1. Committee Formation:
A committee is formed to evaluate the higher certificates of medical technicians under a decree of H.E Minister of Health. It consists of a chairperson and a number of members including the rapporteur.
2. Tasks of the Committee:

Evaluating the certificates, qualifications and experiences of medical technicians holding higher certificates and studying and approving the certificates and qualifications according to the provisions of the cabinet resolution No. (9) of 1975 and its amendments.
3. Meetings of the Committee:

The committee holds its meetings at the Ministry of Health headquarters upon a call from the chairperson, whenever necessary.
4. Quorum:
The convention of the committee shall not be valid or legal unless attended by the majority of its members, provided they include the chairperson or his deputy.

The cabinet decision No. (9) of 1975 concerning the medical technicians employment system and its amendments. The ministerial resolutions. Passing the tests or interviews conducted by Ministry of Health. International evaluation standards and criteria.
6. Certificates Equivalency Standards:

The necessary study period to obtain the certificate. The required study system to obtain the certificate. Examination type and method. Type of qualification (vocational or academic). The country and institution which grants the qualification. Level and international recognition of the qualification.
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7. Standards of Approving Experience:

The experience should conform to the scientific specialization. Location, type and reputation of the establishment from which the experience was gained. Experience continuity. Experience period.
8. Other Skills:
Participation in continuous education program. Research, studies and medical publications. Academic education experience. Administrative experiences.
The procedures of the evaluation committee are documented in the following:
a) Evaluation application form of each medical technician including the following: Personal information. Scientific certificates. Acquired experience. Research and publications. b) Documents inspection form: It should clarify the evaluation data and must be signed by the chairperson and the present members of the committee. c) Outcome of the evaluation committee meeting: It includes the date, number, names of the chairperson and the present committee members and the committee recommendations according to the files submitted. The minutes are to be signed by both the chairperson or his deputy and the committee rapporteur. d) Evaluation certificate: It should be signed by the chairperson or his deputy.
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The evaluation procedures are conducted according to the medical technicians categories and following the evaluation conditions stated by the cabinet decision No (9) of 1975 and it amendments.
1. Degrees of Evaluation:
Starting medical technician. Practitioner medical technician. Specialist medical technician B Specialist medical technician A. Consultant medical technician B. Consultant medical technician A
2. Conditions of Evaluation:
The required scientific qualification Period of experience Other requirements
Job grade
Starting medical Bachelor in the technician specialization
Total study and Experience for one year experience period not less after the higher qualification than (5) years. Experience not less than (3) Total study and years after the higher experience period not less qualification than (7) years Experience not less than (3) years after obtaining the Diploma
Practitioner medical technician Specialist medical technician (B )
Bachelor in the specialization
Bachelor + Diploma or its equivalent (not less than (12) months study period)
Specialist medical technician (A )
Bachelor + master or its equivalent
Experience not less than (3) years after obtaining the master
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Job grade
Experience not less than (5) years after obtaining the highest qualification Experience not less than (10) years after obtaining the highest qualification
Other requirements
Studies and researches published in the field of specialization.
Consultant medical technician (B)
Consultant medical technician (A )
Published studies and researches in the field of specialization.
Remarks on the conditions of evaluation:

National medical technician is exempted from the condition of the necessary one year experience in order to occupy the starting medical technician job. Excellent command of English language (spoken and written) is a must.
3. The Approved Certificates:

a) Ph.D. certificate or its equivalent b) Master certificate or its equivalent c) Higher diploma certificate or its equivalent d) Bachelor certificate or its equivalent
4. Medical Specializations:
X-ray, dentistry, physiotherapy, optics, laboratories, insects, malaria, nutrition, food, cardiography, audio (training the deaf and dumb), artificial limbs. The following specially Clinical Chemistry, Medical Microbiology, Haematology, Immunology, Histopathology, Medical Genetics and Diagnostic Molecular Biology which are graduated from universities and college that are approved by Ministry of Education - higher education & Research are accepted for entering the exam. Hospital administration, health care administration, medical services administration, health services administration, social service, health planning. Computer science, medical secretariat, medical registration, biostatistics, health statistics, health research, medical libraries secretariat.
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Preventive medicine, environmental health, tropical medicine, public health, community health, health education, health media, medical rehabilitation, mother and child care, epidemics, elderly care, handicapped care, occupational health. Medical equipment maintenance, medical engineering, medical laboratories technology, radiography, medical technologies (cardiography, encephalography, embryography), radioprevention. Nuclear medicine, physical health. Sports medicine Psychology Forensic medicine Information systems.
4. The Required Documents:

Evaluation application form. Curriculum Vitae. Copies of the scientific certificates provided the original are attested by the official authorities. Copies of letters of experience provided the original are attested by the official authorities. Copies of certificates of registration from the relevant syndicate in the applicant country of origin. Personal declaration. List of researches, studies and sources references. Passport copy or entry summary for nationals. (3) photos. Receipt of paying the established fees.
Remark:
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Passing the personal interviews for the consultant medical technicians (A) and (B), and specialist medical technician (A). Passing the written and oral examinations for the specialist medical technician (B), the practitioner medical technician, and the starting medical technician. The national citizens are exempted form the condition of sitting for the written and oral examinations provided passing the interview. GCC candidate who are graduated from university or a college that are approved by Ministry of Education & Research are excluding from the examination as long as they are worked or registered for the work in one of GCC medical laboratories. Candidates who are graduated from American and European Union universities or a college that are approvedby Ministry of Education & Research and registered for a work in the field are excluding from the examination as long as they have experience in medical laboratories of at least one year - should be submitted signed and stamped and dated after the date of the graduation. For re-evaluation to a higher grade, the required conditions for that grade should be fulfilled. Re-evaluation of medical technician does not oblige the ministry to appoint or promote on that grade.
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Chapter Four
Section Two
Evaluation Procedures of Technicians (Not Holding HigherQualifications)
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A committee is formed to evaluate the technicians who have no higher qualifications by a resolution from H.E Minister of Health. It consists of the head of the committee and a number of members including the committee rapporteur.
2. Committee Tasks:
The committee evaluates the certificates, qualifications and experience for those who have not got higher qualifications and studies the equivalency and attestation of the certificates and qualifications according to the provisions of the cabinet resolution No. (10) of 1975 and its amendments.
3. Committee Meetings:
The committee holds its meetings at the Ministry of Health headquarters upon a request from its chairperson, when necessary.
4. Quorum:
5. Standards and Criteria of Certificates Evaluation:

The cabinet resolution No. (10) of 1975 concerning the medical technicians employment system for those who have not got higher qualifications and its amendments. The ministerial decrees. Passing the exams or interviews held by Ministry of Health. International standards and criteria of evaluation.
6. Certificates Equivalence:
The necessary period of study to obtain the certificate. The necessary study system to obtain the certificate. Method and type of examinations.
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Kind of qualification (vocational or academic).
The country and institution which grants the qualification. Level and International recognition of the qualification.
7. Basis of Determining the Approved Experience:

The experience should conform with the scientific specialization. Place, type and reputation of the establishment from which experience was obtained. Experience Continuity. Period of experience.
8. Other Skills:
Participation in continuous education program. Research, studies and medical publications. Academic education experience. Administrative experiences.
a) Evaluation application form of each technician including the following: Personal information. Scientific certificates. Acquired experience. Research and publications. Conferences, seminars and workshops. Referable parties or individuals.
b) Documents inspection form: It should clarify the evaluation data and must be signed by the chairperson and the present members of the committee.
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c) Outcomes of the evaluation committee meeting: It includes the date, number, names of the chairperson and the present committee members and the committee recommendations according to the files submitted. The minutes are to be signed by both the chairperson or his deputy and the committee rapporteur.
d) Evaluation certificate: It is to be signed by the chairperson of the committee or his deputy.

The evaluation procedures are conducted according to the medical technician category and based on the evaluation conditions established in the cabinet resolution No (10) of 1975 and its amendments.
1. Evaluation Grades:
Helper Assistant technician (C) Assistant technician (B) Assistant technician (A) Qualified technician Technician in charge Senior technician in charge
Job grade The required scientific qualification Period of experience
Experience for (2) years in the field of specialization (6) months Diploma Not less than (12) months Diploma
Other requirements
Helper Assistant Technician (C) Assistant Technician (B)
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Job grade
Assistant Technician (A)

Not less than (18) months Diploma (3) years Diploma or its equivalent after intermediate study
Other requirements
Qualified Technician
Experience not less than one year after obtaining the required qualification
Technician in charge
Diploma (3) years or its equivalent after intermediate study a- Diploma for (3) years or its equivalent after secondary study B- Diploma for (3) years or its equivalent after secondary study + specialized diploma for one year
Experience not less than (5) years after obtaining the required qualification a- Experience not less than (10) years after obtaining the required qualification b- Experience not less than (5) years after obtaining the required diploma
Senior Technician in charge
Remarks on the conditions of evaluation:

National medical technician is exempted from the condition of the necessary one-year experience to occupy the job as a qualified technician. Excellent command of English language (written and spoken) is a must.
3. The Approved Certificates:

Diploma certificate or its equivalent.
4. The Medical Specializations:

X-ray, dentistry, physiotherapy, optics, laboratories, insects, malaria, nutrition, food, cardiography, audio (training the deaf and the dumb), artificial limbs. The following specially Clinical Chemistry, Medical Microbiology, Haematology, Immunology, Histopathology, Medical Genetics and Diagnostic Molecular Biology which are graduated from universities and college that are approved by Ministry of Education & Research are accepted for entering the exam.
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Hospital administration, health care administration, medical services administration, health services administration, social service, health planning. Computer science, medical secretariat, medical registration, biostatistics, health statistics, health research, medical libraries secretariat. Preventive medicine, environment health, tropical medicine, public health, community health, health education, health media, medical rehabilitation, mother and child care, epidemics, elderly care, handicapped care, occupational health. Medical equipment maintenance, medical engineering, medial laboratories technology, radiography, medical technologies (cardiography, encephalography, embryography), radioprevention. Nuclear medicine, physical health. Sports medicine. Psychology. Information systems.

Evaluation application form. Curriculum Vitae. Copies of the scientific certificates provided the original are attested by the official authorities. Copies of practical experience certificates provided the original are attested by the official authorities. Copies of certificates of registration in relevant syndicate in the applicants country of origin. Personal declaration. List of referable researches, studies and sources. Passport copy or entry summary for nationals. (3) photos. Receipt of paying the established fees.
Remark:
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Passing the written and oral examinations; nationals are exempted form this condition provided they pass the interview. For evaluation or re-evaluation to a higher grade, the required conditions for that grade should be fulfilled. Evaluation or re-evaluation of medical technician does not oblige the ministry to appoint or promote him on that grade. Assistant technician (B) and (C) and the helper are exempted from sitting for the examinations.
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Chapter Five
Evaluation Procedures for Physicians, Practitioners and Technicians of the Complementary and Alternative Medicine
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A committee is formed to evaluate the doctors, specialists and technicians in the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine under a decree issued by H.E Minister of Health. It consists of the chairperson and a number of members including the rapporteur.
2. Committee Tasks:
Evaluating the certificates and qualifications of doctors, specialists and technicians in the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and considering the equivalency and attestation of certificates and qualifications according to the provisions of the cabinet resolutions No. (11) of 1974, No. (9) of 1975, and No. (10) of 1975 and their amendments.
3. Committee Meetings:
The committee holds its meetings at the Ministry of Health headquarters periodically every two weeks, or upon a request from its chairperson, when necessary.
4. Quorum:
5. Fields Included within the Framework of the Committee:

Folk medicine Traditional medicine Herbal medicine Traditional chinese medicine Homeopathic medicine Osteopathy Chiropractic medicine Naturopathic medicine
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The cabinet resolution No. (11) of 1974 for doctors employment system and its amendments. The cabinet resolution No. (9) of 1975 for the system of employing pharmacists, vets and medical technicians who hold higher qualifications and its amendments. The cabinet resolution No. (10) of 1975 for the system of employing medical technicians who do not have higher qualifications and its amendments. Passing the exams or interviews held by Ministry of Health. International evaluation standards and criteria.
7. Standards of Certificates Equivalency:

Fulfilling the study requirements and the common training period to obtain the certificate:
The required study period for obtaining the certificate. The required study system for obtaining the certificate. Examination type and method. Qualification type (vocational or academic). The country and institution which grants the qualification. International recognition and acceptance of the qualification.
8. Standards of Determining the Approved Experience:

The experience should conform with the scientific specialization. Country, type and reputation of the establishment from which experience was gained. Experience continuity. Approving the experience from the official authorities. Experience period.
9. Other Skills:
Participation in the continuous education program. Research studies and medical publications. Academic education experience. Administrative experience.
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a) Application form for examination of doctors, practitioners and allied health professionals of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, including the following: Personal information. Scientific certificates. Professional references. Researches and publications. Conferences, seminars and workshops. The acquired experience.
b) Documents inspection form: "Evaluation information sheet" should be clarified therein; it must be signed by the chairperson of the committee and the present members.
c) Outcomes of the evaluation committee meeting: It includes the date, number, names of the chairperson and the present committee members and the committee recommendations according to the files submitted. The minutes are to be signed by both the chairperson or his deputy and the committee rapporteur.
d) Evaluation certificate: It is to be signed by the committee chairperson or his deputy.

The procedures are conducted according to evaluation categories and based on the evaluation conditions established in the cabinet resolutions No. (11) of 1974, No. (9) of 1975, and No. (10) of 1975 and their amendments.
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1. Evaluation Degrees:
Governmental sector
Assistant Technician Assistant (C) Technician Assistant (B) Healer (Complementary & Alternative Medicine) Technician Assistant (A) Qualified Technician Technician in charge Complementary Assistant Medicine Complementary Medicine Starting Practitioner Assistant therapist (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) Starting Therapist (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) Therapist (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) Specialist therapist (Complementary and Alternative Medicine)
Private sector
Complementary Medicine Practitioner Complementary Medicine Specialist (B) Complementary Medicine Specialist (A) Complementary Medicine Consultant (B) Complementary Medicine Consultant (A) Starting G.P General Practitioner Physician Specialist Physician (B) Specialist Physician (A) Consultant Physician (B ) Consultant Physician (A)
Consultant therapist (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) Starting physician (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) Practitioner physician (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) Specialist physician (Complementary and Alternative Medicine)
Consultant physician (Complementary and Alternative Medicine)
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2. Field of Work:
Upon the recommendation of the examination committee, the evaluation committee grants one of the following options according to the qualifications, experiences and results of written and oral examinations:
a. Allowed to work in a medical center b. Allowed to work independently c. Allowed to work under supervision in the same specialty
Changing the practical field from working under supervision or working in a medical center into working independently the following requirements should exist: Evidence of work experience in a licensed medical center, for a period not less than one year or as defined by the committee upon evaluation. Passing the interview or any exams specified by the committee. Adhering to all forthcoming conditions and instructions.
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Job grade The required scientific qualification
Not holding a scientific qualification
Other requirements
Assistant
Technical Assistant (C)
Diploma in the field of specialization from an institute recognized by the specialized local authorities, with a period of study not less than (6) months after the primary study
UAE nationals Not less than two years of the field of specialization Certificate of profession practice attested from Court for a period not less than 2 years. Passing the oral exam and any other exams defined by the committee Not less than one year after obtaining the diploma
Technical Assistant (B)
Diploma in the field of specialization from an institute recognized by the authorized/ specialized local authorities, with a period of study not less than one year after the primary study
Technical Assistant (A)
Diploma in the field of specialization from an institute recognized by the authorized/ specialized local authorities, with a period of study not less than (18) months after the primary study
Qualified technician
Diploma in the field of specialization from an institute recognized by the authorized/ specialized local authorities, with a period of study not less than three years after the intermediate study
Technician in charge
Diploma in the field of specialization from an institute recognized by the authorized/specialized local authorities, with a period of study not less than three years after the intermediate study
Not less than (5) years after obtaining the diploma
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Job grade
Not less than (10) years after the diploma, and it is reduced to (5) years for holder of a Diploma in addition to a specialized diploma the study of which is not less than one year Not less than one year after the qualification, provided the period of study and experience together is not less than (5) years Not less than (3) years after the qualification, provided the period of study and experience together is not less than (7) years
Other requirements
Senior in-charge Technician (Complementary & Alternative Medicine)
Diploma in the field of specialization from an institute recognized by the authorized/specialized local authorities, with a period of study not less than (3) years after the secondary education.
Starting Practitioer (Complementary & Alternative Medicine)
Bachelor or its equivalent in the field of one specialization of alternative and supplementary medicine, from the universities and higher institutes recognized by the specialized local authorities
Passing the written and oral tests and any other tests defined by the committee
Practitioner (Complementary & Alternative Medicine)
Bachelor or its equivalent in the field of one specialization of alternative and supplementary medicine, from the universities and higher institutes recognized by the specialized local authorities
Complementary Medicine Specialist (B)
Bachelor in any of the recognized Complementary and Alternative Medicine specialization + Diploma or its equivalent in the field of one specialization of Complementary and Alternative Medicine or one of the health specializations (study not less than (12) months), from the universities or higher institutes recognized by the specialized local authorities
Not less than (3) years after obtaining the qualification in specialization
Passing written and oral exams and any other exams defined by the committee Studies and researches published in the field of specialization
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Job grade
Other requirements
Complementary Medicine Specialist (A)
Bachelor in any of the recognized Complementary and Alternative Medicine specialization + Master or its equivalent in the field of one specialization of Complementary and Alternative Medicine or one of the health specializations (study not less than 24 months), from the universities or higher institutes recognized by the specialized local authorities
Complementary MedicineConsultant (B)
Bachelor in any of the recognized Complementary and Alternative Medicine specialization + higher specialized qualification (PhD or its equivalent) in the field of one specialization of Complementary and Alternative Medicine or one of the health specialization from the universities or higher institutes recognized by the specialized local authorities
Passing written and oral exams and any other exams defined by the committee Studies and researches published in the field of specialization
Complementary MedicineConsultant (A)
Bachelor in any of the recognized Complementary and Alternative Medicine specialization + higher specialized qualification (PhD or its equivalent) in the field of one specialization of Complementary and Alternative Medicine or one of the health specialization from the universities or higher institutes recognized by the specialized local authorities
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Job grade

MBBS or Equivalent + training period not less than (6) months in the field of one specialization of alternative and supplementary medicine from the universities or higher institutes recognized by the specialized local authorities MBBS or Equivalent + Diploma or its equivalent for not less than (6) months in the field of one specialization of alternative and supplementary medicine from the universities or higher institutes recognized by the specialized local authorities MBBS or Equivalent + Diploma or its equivalent for not less than (12) months in the field of one specialization of Complementary and Alternative Medicine MBBS or Equivalent + Master or its equivalent for not less tan (24) months in the field of one specialization of Complementary & Alternative Medicine MBBS or Equivalent + PhD, Fellowship or Membership in Complementary & Alternative Medicine, from internationally recognized universities.
Other requirements
Starting G.P.
Experience for (2) years after Obtaining a the training course in the license to field of specialization of practice health Complementary & profession from Alternative Medicine Ministry of Health. Passing oral exams and any other exams defined by the committee
General Practitioner Doctor
Completing (5) years after the year of internship in the field of Complementary & Alternative Medicine
Doctor Specialist (B )
Not less than (3) years after obtaining Diploma in the field of Complementary & Alternative Medicine Not less than (3) years after obtaining Master in the field of Complementary & Alternative Medicine Experience not less than (5) years after obtaining the required qualification in the field of specialization of Complementary & Alternative Medicine
Obtaining evaluation of specialist doctor from Ministry of Health. Passing oral tests and any other tests defined by the committee Obtaining evaluation of consultant doctor from Ministry of Health.
Doctor Specialist (A )
Doctor Consultant (B)
MBBS or Equivalent + PhD, Fellowship or Membership in Doctor Complementary & Alternative Consultant (A ) Medicine, from internationally recognized universities.
Experience not less than (10) Studies and years after obtaining the researches required qualification in the published in the field of specialization of field of Complementary & specialization Alternative Medicine
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Remarks on the evaluation conditions:

The following evaluation grades: assistant, assistant technician degree (C), assistant technician degree (B), assistant technician degree (A), qualified technician, technician in charge, are specified to the fields of Herbal and Folk Medicine (like Al-Hejama or Cupping), and for UAE nationals only. Practitioners of Complementary and Alternative Medicine who obtained medical qualifications in addition to their qualifications in the Complementary Medicine, as indicated in resolution No. (11) of 1974, and did not pass the examinations of Ministry of Health related to the practice of general medicine, are evaluated according to the resolution No. (9) of 1975. UAE national Doctors are exempted from the (2) years experience condition, hence the year of internship is sufficient for evaluation. Excellent command of English language (written and spoken) is a condition.
4. Approved Certificates:
Examples of certificates equivalent to Diploma Degree (not less than (3) years) (Evaluation degree: Senior In-charge Technician) DHMS India DAM Pakistan DHMS D. Ac. Diploma in Therapeutic Massage Netherlands, UK, and other EU Nations Diploma in Herbal Medicine Diploma in Podiatry Diploma in Homeopathic Medicine
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Examples of certificates equivalent to Bachelor Degree (not less than (4) years study period) (Evaluation Grades: Paramedic Start G.P. and Complementary Medicine G.P) Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) USA & Canada Doctor of Naturopathy (ND) Bachelor in Kinesiology Bachelor in Osteopathy B.Sc. (Hons) in Homeopathy UK & European Community B.Sc. Nutrition B.Sc. (Hons) TCM B.Sc. (Hons) Acupuncture Bachelor in Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery (BHMS) Bachelor in Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (BNYS) India Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery (BAMS) Bachelor in Unani Medicine & Surgery (BUMS) China Bachelor in Traditional Chinese Medicine (BTCM)
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Examples of Certificates equivalent to Master Degree (not less than (24) months study period) Evaluation grade: Complementary Medicine Specialist or Specialist Doctor (for holders of Bachelor in Medicine and Surgery or its equivalent) Member of the Faculty of Homeopathy (UK) Masters in Herbal Medicine UK, USA, Canada or its equivalent Masters in Nutritional Sciences Bachelor in Osteopathy M.Sc. In Oriental Medicine China Masters in TCM MD (Homeopathy) MD (Ayurveda) India MD (Unani) MD (Naturopathic) Australia Masters in Herbal Medicine
Examples of certificates equivalent to Ph.D. Degree (not less than (3) years study period) Evaluation grade: Complementary Medicine Consultant or Consultant Doctor (for holders of Bachelor in Medicine and Surgery or its equivalent): Fellow of Faculty of Homeopathy UK, USA, Canada or its equivalent Doctor of Philosophy Ph.D. Doctor of Philosophy Ph.D.
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Evaluation application form. Curriculum Vitae (C.V). Copies of academic certificates provided the originals are attested by the official authorities. Copies of experience certificates provided the originals are attested by the official authorities. Copy of registration in the relevant syndicate in the applicants country of origin. Personal declaration. List of referable researches, studies and sources (for doctors, specialist technicians and consultants). Certificate of practical training course in emergency medicine such as (BCLS) and first aids course (CPR). Training should be conducted in a licensed training center inside and outside the UAE; (correspondence courses and on-line courses are not approved). Copy of passport or entry summary for nationals. (3) photos. Established fees payment receipt.
Remark:
Passing written and oral exams and the interviews relevant to Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Those who have a license for practicing healthcare professions should only pass the oral exam in the field of specialization for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Re-evaluation for higher grade must be provided with the conditions required for this grade. Re-evaluation does not bind the Ministry to appoint or promote to a certain grade.
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United Arab Emirates Ministry of Health

Evaluation Manual of Physicians, Pharmacists & Health Care Professionals

Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan

Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Maktoum

In the name of Allah the Merciful the Compassionate

Hamad Abdul Rahman Al Madfa

Dr. AbdulGhaffar M. AbdulGhafoor Al Hawi

Evaluation procedures of technicians holding higher-qualifications

Evaluation procedures of technicians not holding higher-qualifications

complementary and alternative medicine

Evaluation procedures of Physicians and Dentists

First: Regulatory Procedures:

2. Evaluation Committee Jurisdictions:

3. Evaluation Committee Meetings:

5. Evaluation Standards and Criteria:

6. The Standards of Certificates Equivalency:

7. The Standards of Defining the Approved Experience:

Second: Evaluation Procedures:

Required academic qualification

Experience not less than (3) years after Diploma

Experience not less than (3) years after Master

Studies & Researches in specialty field

Studies & Researches in specialty field

2. Evaluation Conditions: Remarks about the Evaluation Conditions:

United States of America

Specialty certificate issued from Algeria & Tunisia

United States of America Other Countries

Third: Re-evaluation Procedures:

2. Starting G.P. to G.P:

3. G.P. or starting G.P. to specialist (B):

4. G.P. or specialist (B) to specialist (A):

5. G.P. or specialist (A) to consultant (B):

6. Consultant (B) to consultant (A):

Fourth: Evaluation Procedures for Candidates applying for other Parties:

Evaluation Procedures of Pharmacists & their Assistants

2. Pharmacists Technical Interviews:

Second: Pharmacist Assistant:

The Requirements of Applying for Pharmacist Assistant Evaluation Exam:

Pharmacist Job Degrees in Ministry of Health in United Arab Emirates

Specialist (B) Pharmacist

UAE nationals are exempted from the experience condition

Specialist (A) Pharmacist

Consultant (B) Pharmacist Consultant (A) Pharmacist

Registration and Evaluation Procedures of Nurses and Midwives

First: The Registration System

General Registration Information:

Practical Nurse (PN):

Registered Midwife (RMW):

Practical Midwife (PMW):

3. Nursing / Midwifery Registration Examinations:

4. Completion of Registration Requirements:

5. Repeated Examination Attempts:

6. Examination Exemption Conditions:

7. The Registration and Regulation Committee:

Second: Evaluation and Selection of Nurses and Midwives

2. Responsibility of the Committee:

3. Meetings of the Committee:

6. Documents Required for Evaluation:

7. Grades and Conditions of Evaluation:

Consultant medical technician (A)

Bachelor + PhD or its equivalent