DHA Dental Clinical Support License Guide

Easy Steps to Work as a Dental Clinical Support in Dubai

If you’re a Dental Clinical Support 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.

DHA Licensing Steps (Overview)

1

Create Sheryan Account

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 Dental Clinical Support

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
Dental Assistant	Qualification of Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), or Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)	No experience required*
Dental Assistant	Diploma in Dental Assistant or Dental Nursing or Hygienist (minimum two (2) years course duration) or its equivalent certification	No experience required*
Dental Assistant	Bachelor or Diploma in Nursing	No experience required*
Dental Hygienist	Completion of bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene	Two (2) years of experience post qualification in a related field
Dental Hygienist	Completion of diploma in dental hygiene (minimum two (2) years course duration)	Four (4) years of experience post qualification in a related field
Dental Lab Technician	BSc in Dental Laboratory Technology	Two (2) years of experience post qualification in a related field
Dental Lab Technician	Completion of an accredited program in Dental Laboratory Technology (minimum two (2) years course duration)	Four (4) years of experience post qualification in a related field
Dental Laboratory Aide**	Completion of Higher Secondary School (12 primary schools) And A certificate confirming on-job practical training	Two (2) years of experience post qualification in a related field

*In compliance with the Discontinuity of Practice (Gap of Practice) criteria
**Dental Laboratory Aide cannot work independently in a dental laboratory and cannot assist the dentist.

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 Dental Clinical Support 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 Dental Clinical Support):

Degree/Diploma 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 Dental Clinical Support 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 Dental Clinical Support Exam - Complete Details

Booking Steps (Via Prometric)

Visit: prometric.com/dha
Select Exam: Schedule: Choose date, center in India
Pay: USD 240 (credit/debit card)
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:

Dental Assistant

Detail	Information
Category	Allied Health
Exam Code	DAS5111
Duration	3 Hours
Questions	150
Pass Score	60%
Exam Coverage	Dental Anatomy, Dental Assistant (General), Dental Health, Dental Materials, Dental Radiography, Infection Control, Preventive Dentistry, Supplies and Logistics, Dental Emergency and MCP (Medically Compromised Patients), Communication and Patient Education, Ethics
References	1. Modern Dental Assisting. Bird & Robinson. Elsevier, Latest Ed. 2. In Practice Training Program for Dental Assistants. British Dental Journal, ed. Seward, Latest Ed. / Complete Review of Dental Assisting. Andujo. Prentice Hall Health, Latest Ed. 3. Pearson’s Comprehensive Dental Assisting. Tyler. Pearson, Latest Ed. 4. Infection Control and Management of Hazardous Materials for the Dental Team. Millar & Palenik, Latest Ed.
Fee	USD240

Dental Hygienist

Detail	Information
Category	Allied Health
Exam Code	DEN5141
Duration	3 Hours
Questions	150
Pass Score	55%
Exam Coverage	Basic Anatomy and Physiology (Biology, Physiology, Oral Pathology), Medical and Dental Histories, Extra and Intra Oral Examination, Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy, Preventive Therapy, Management of Medical Emergencies and Medically Compromised Patients, Communication Skills, Community Dental Hygiene, Professionalism and Ethics, Patient Safety
References	1. Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Wilkins. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Ed. 2. Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation. Nield-Gehring. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Ed. 3. Dental Hygiene: Theory and Practice. Darby & Walsh, Latest Ed. 4. Contemporary Periodontal Instrumentation. Schoen & Dean, Latest Ed. 5. Comprehensive Review of Dental Hygiene. Darby. Mosby’s, Latest Ed.
Fee	USD240

Dental Lab Aide

Detail	Information
Category	Allied Health
Exam Code	DLT5522
Duration	3 Hours
Questions	150
Pass Score	50%
Exam Coverage	Dental Anatomy and Occlusion, Dental Materials, Removable Complete Prosthesis, Fixed Restorations, Removable Partial Prosthesis, Infection Control, Dental Implant Prosthesis, Orthodontics appliances, Maxillofacial Prosthesis, Health and Safety, CAD-Cam Restorations
References	1. Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics. Shillingburg et al. Quintessence, Latest Ed. 2. McCracken’s Removable Partial Prosthodontics. McGivney et al. Mosby-Year Book, Latest Ed. 3. Phillips’ Science of Dental Materials. Anusavice. WB Saunders, Latest Ed. 4. Dental Anatomy: Its Relevance to Dentistry. Woelfel & Sheid. Lippincott, Latest Ed. 5. Complete Dentures: From Planning to Problem Solving. Allen & McCarthy. Quintessence, Latest Ed. 6. Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques. Graber & Vanarsdall. Mosby, Latest Ed. 7. Basic Infection Control for Healthcare Providers. Kennamer. Delmar Thomson, Latest Ed. 8. Contemporary fixed prosthodontics. Rosenstiel, Land & Fujimoto, 5th Ed. 9. Implant Laboratory Procedures: A step-by-step Guide. Drago & Peterson, Latest Ed.
Fee	USD240

Dental Lab Technician

Detail	Information
Category	Allied Health
Exam Code	DLT5521
Duration	3 Hours
Questions	150
Pass Score	55%
Exam Coverage	Dental Anatomy and Occlusion, Dental Materials, Removable Complete Prosthesis, Fixed Restorations, Removable Partial Prosthesis, Infection Control, Dental Implant Prosthesis, Orthodontics appliances, Maxillofacial Prosthesis, Health and Safety, CAD-Cam Restorations
References	1. Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics. Shillingburg et al. Quintessence, Latest Ed. 2. McCracken’s Removable Partial Prosthodontics. McGivney et al. Mosby-Year Book, Latest Ed. 3. Phillips’ Science of Dental Materials. Anusavice. WB Saunders, Latest Ed. 4. Dental Anatomy: Its Relevance to Dentistry. Woelfel & Sheid. Lippincott, Latest Ed. 5. Complete Dentures: From Planning to Problem Solving. Allen & McCarthy. Quintessence, Latest Ed. 6. Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques. Graber & Vanarsdall. Mosby, Latest Ed. 7. Basic Infection Control for Healthcare Providers. Kennamer. Delmar Thomson, Latest Ed. 8. Contemporary fixed prosthodontics. Rosenstiel, Land & Fujimoto, 5th Ed. 9. Implant Laboratory Procedures: A step-by-step Guide. Drago & Peterson, Latest Ed. 10. Fundamentals of Facial Prosthetics. McKinstry, Latest Ed.
Fee	USD240

DHA Dental Clinical Support License Cost Calculator

DHA Dental Clinical Support Licensing Cost Calculator

Estimate the official fees for your Dubai Health Authority (DHA) license application, calculated in both AED and INR.

1. Select Your Position:

2. Number of Additional Documents for DataFlow PSV Verification (e.g., extra experience letters): The base PSV fee covers your Degree, License, Good Standing Certificate, and ONE Experience Letter (4 documents). Enter 0 if you only have the base documents.

3. Number of DHA Exam Attempts: The fee is USD 240 per attempt. Enter 1 for your first attempt.

Estimated Official DHA Licensing Fees

DHA DataFlow PSV Base Fee (AED 935 + 5% VAT)

DataFlow Extra Documents Fee (AED 300 + 5% VAT per document)

DHA Prometric Exam Fee (USD 240 per attempt)

Eligibility Letter Fee (AED 200)

License Activation Fee (Allied Health, 1 Year Full-Time)*

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST (AED)

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST (INR)

*Important Notes:

**License Activation Fee:** This fee (AED 1,000) is a standard estimate for Allied Health professionals (1-Year Full-Time) and is typically paid by your employer upon securing a job.
**Exchange Rate:** Used 1 AED = 24.18 INR for conversion. Rates are subject to change by banks and payment processors.
**Exclusions:** This calculator covers *official DHA fees only*. It excludes costs like document attestation/translation (MOFA, etc.), Good Standing Certificate fees charged by your home council, medical tests, and travel costs.

Current approximate conversion: 1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED | 1 AED ≈ 24.18 INR

DHA Exam & Experience Exemption for Dental Clinical Support

Dental Clinical Support are exempted from the DHA exam if they meet either of the following criteria:

✅ Criteria: License + GSC from Recognized Countries

Dental Clinical Support 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