DHA Cardiac Perfusionist License

Easy Steps to Work as a Cardiac Perfusionist in Dubai

Updated August 2025

If you’re a Cardiac Perfusionist who wants to work in Dubai, you’ll need a special license from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). This license is required by law and proves you have the right training and skills. This guide will walk you through each step of the process, from checking if you qualify to getting your first job, so you can confidently start your new career in Dubai.

Steps Overview
Requirements
Application Process
Exam Details
Cost Calculator
Exam Exemption

DHA Licensing Steps (Overview)

1

Create Sheryan Account

Sign up on the DHA’s online portal to start your application.

2

Dataflow Verification

A third-party company, Dataflow, will check if your documents are real.

3

Take the Exam

Pass the DHA’s computer-based test to prove your Cardiac Perfusionist knowledge.

4

Get Eligibility Letter

After passing the exam and Dataflow, you’ll receive a letter that allows you to look for jobs.

Note: You can do the Exam and Dataflow in any order, or both at the same time.

Qualification and Experience Requirements

Position Qualifications Experience
Cardiac Perfusionist Bachelor’s degree in Cardiac Perfusion
or
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in one of the health Sciences majors And Post graduate diploma or certificate in perfusion technology (Minimum one (1) year course duration) 		Two (2) years’ practical experience post qualification in related field in health setting And Proof of performing hundred (100) clinical perfusions’ procedures independently

*In compliance with the Discontinuity of Practice (Gap of Practice) criteria.

  Additional Requirements

  • Registration/License: Applicants must hold a valid License/Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable).
  • Good Standing Certificate (GSC): A valid GSC is required from the same licensing authority that issued your license. The certificate must be issued within the last six months of your application date.

DHA Licensing Process – Step by Step

Step 1: Create Your DHA Sheryan Account

DHA Sheryan Portal

The Sheryan portal is the online platform where you will manage your entire DHA license application. It’s your digital gateway to becoming a licensed Cardiac Perfusion in Dubai.

Documents Required to Open a Sheryan Account:
  • Valid Passport: A clear copy of your passport.
  • Passport-sized Photograph: A recent photograph with a white background.
  • Active Email ID: An email address that you check regularly for updates.

Once your account is created, you will be assigned a unique DHA ID, which you will use for all subsequent steps.

Step 2: DHA Primary Source Verification (PSV) via DataFlow

DHA Dataflow

Purpose: Verify the authenticity of your documents before applying for the DHA license.

Required Documents (for Cardiac Perfusion):
  • Degree Certificate (
  • License (Valid license)
  • Good Standing Certificate (From your licensing authority)
  • Experience Certificate (If any; 1 letter included in base fee)
PSV Fees:
  • Base Fee: AED 935 (covers 4 documents: Degree, License, Good Standing + 1 Experience Letter).
  • Extra Documents: AED 300 per document (e.g., additional experience letters).
  • +5% VAT (Applicable on total fee).

Note: Some universities/authorities may charge extra for verification replies.

Processing Time: 3–6 weeks (Depends on how quickly your university/employer/licensing board responds to DataFlow’s verification requests).

Step 3: DHA Cardiac Perfusionist Exam

All exam details are consolidated in the Exam Details section below for your convenience.

 

Step 4: Apply for Eligibility Letter

  • Log in to your Sheryan account.
  • Apply for the “Get Registered” service.
  • Ensure your documents are verified by DataFlow and your exam results are recorded.
  • Pay the AED 200 fee.

You will receive your Eligibility Letter, typically within 24 hours. This letter allows you to begin your job search in Dubai.

DHA Cardiac Perfusion Exam - Complete Details

  Cardiac Perfusion Exam

  • Role: Cardiac Perfusionist
  • Code: CAR5371
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Total Questions: 150
  • Pass Score: 50%
  • Fee: USD $240

Booking Steps (Via Prometric)

  1. Visit: prometric.com/dha
  2. Select Exam: Schedule: Choose date, center in India
  3. Pay: USD 240 (credit/debit card)
  4. Confirmation: Email with admit details

Exam Day Requirements

  • Original Passport
  • DHA Eligibility ID
  • Prometric Confirmation Letter

Important Notes

  • Reschedule/Cancel: 72 hrs prior (fees may apply)
  • Retake: After 14 days if failed
  • Results: Available via DHA/Prometric

DHA Prometric Exam Centers in India

You can take the DHA Prometric Exam at any of these authorized test centers in India:

📍 Ahmedabad | 📍 Bangalore | 📍 Chennai | 📍 Hyderabad | 📍 Gurgaon | 📍 Kolkata | 📍 Mumbai | 📍 Trivandrum

Exam Coverage (Knowledge Domains)

The examination covers a comprehensive range of topics critical to cardiac perfusion practice:

  • Fundamental Sciences: Cardiac Anatomy; Cardiac and Pulmonary Physiology; Cardiovascular Pharmacology; Acid-Base and Fluid Balance.

  • Cardiovascular Pathology: Ischemic Heart Disease; Valvular Heart Disease; Congenital Heart Disease; Cardiac Arrhythmias.

  • Perfusion Techniques: Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB); Cannula and Circuits for CPB; Myocardial Preservation; Cerebral Protection; Blood Conservation.

  • Patient Management: Monitoring of Cardiac Patient.

Recommended References

  1. Clinical Anatomy by Richard Snell, 7th Edition.

  2. Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Mechanical Support: Principles and Practice by Glenn P. Gravlee, Latest Edition.

  3. Textbook of Medical Physiology by Guyton and Hall, 10th Edition.

  4. The Washington Manual of Surgery by Klingensmith, 5th Edition.

  5. Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology by Terry Des Jardins, 5th Edition.

  6. Manual of P Peri-operative Care in Cardiac and Thoracic surgery by Robert M Bojar, 2nd Edition.

  7. Manual of Peri-operative Care in Adult Cardiac Surgery by Robert M. Bojar, 3rd Edition.

  8. Cardiopulmonary Perfusion, Charles C. Reed, Diane K. Clark.

DHA Cardiac Perfusionist License Cost Calculator

DHA Cardiac Perfusionist License Cost Estimate 💰

**Exchange Rate Used:** 1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED | 1 USD ≈ 88.72 INR.
**Disclaimer:** These are estimates for mandatory fees only and do **not** include potential bank charges, MOFA attestation, or university/authority fees for document verification.

DHA Exam & Experience Exemption for Cardiac Perfusionist

Cardiac Perfusionist are exempted from the DHA exam if they meet either of the following criteria:

✅ Criteria: License + GSC from Recognized Countries

Cardiac Perfusionist holding a valid license and Good Standing Certificate (GSC) from one of the recognized licensing authorities listed below are exempted from the DHA Prometric exam, provided that:

  • The degree was obtained within the last 3 years, OR
  • There has been no gap in clinical practice since their last employment.
Recognized Countries & Licensing Authorities:
  • UK (HCPC)
  • USA
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Ireland
  • Singapore
  • Germany
  • France
  • South Africa
  • New Zealand
  • Sweden
  • Denmark
  • Norway
  • Finland
  • Austria
  • Switzerland
  • Belgium
  • Netherlands
  • Iceland
  • Luxembourg
🌐 English Language Proficiency (if applicable)

If you did not study in English, you must pass one of:

  • IELTS: Minimum 5.0
  • TOEFL: Minimum 500
  • OET: Minimum Grade C
  • Cambridge English: Minimum 169