DHA Speech Therapist License Guide
Easy Steps to Work as a Speech Therapist in Dubai
If you’re a Speech Therapist 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
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 or oral assessment to prove your Speech Therapist 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Speech Therapist/ Speech & Language Pathologist | BSc in Speech-language pathology/Speech and language therapy/Speech pathology/Speech therapy/Speech/ audiology and speech therapy | Two (2) years of experience post qualification in related field in a hospital or clinical settings |
| Speech Therapist/ Speech & Language Pathologist | BSc in Communication or Psychology or Linguistics And Master’s program in speech-language pathology from an accredited educational institution, college or university | One (1) years of experience post qualification in related field in a hospital or clinical settings |
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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
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 Speech Therapist 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
Purpose: Verify the authenticity of your documents before applying for the DHA license.
Required Documents (for Speech Therapist):
- Degree Certificate (Speech Therapist qualification)
- 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 Speech Therapist 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 Speech Therapist Exam - Complete Details
Speech Therapist Exam
- Role: Speech Therapist
- Code:
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Total Questions: 150
- Pass Score:
- Fee: USD $240
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:
📍 Ahmedabad | 📍 Bangalore | 📍 Chennai | 📍 Hyderabad | 📍 Gurgaon | 📍 Kolkata | 📍 Mumbai | 📍 Trivandrum
DHA Speech Therapist License Cost Calculator 🧮
Estimate your total mandatory application costs in AED and INR based on the provided guide.
(Base fee covers 4 documents: Degree, License, GSC, and 1 Experience Letter. Enter 0 if you have no others.)
Estimated Cost Summary
DataFlow PSV Base Fee: (AED) / (INR)
Extra Document PSV Fee: (AED) / (INR)
DHA Exam Fee (USD $\to$ AED): (AED) / (INR)
Eligibility Letter Fee: (AED) / (INR)
**TOTAL ESTIMATED COST:** **AED** / **INR**
1 USD $\approx$ 3.67 AED
1 AED $\approx$ 24.14 INR
*Costs are estimates only. They do not include the mandatory 5% VAT on DataFlow fees, bank/transaction charges, or any extra verification fees charged by your university/licensing body.*
DHA Exam & Experience Exemption for Speech Therapist
Speech Therapist are exempted from the DHA exam if they meet either of the following criteria:
✅ Criteria: License + GSC from Recognized Countries
Speech Therapist 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