Allied Health Licensure Requirements 15082016

Licensure Requirements for
Allied Health Professionals

Guidance for Applicants
Licensing Department - DHCR

July 2016
Table of Contents
1. Anesthesia Technician:........................................................................................................ 4
2. Audiology ............................................................................................................................. 5
a. Audiologist: .............................................................................................................. 5
b. Audiology Assistant: ............................................................................................................ 6
3. Beauty Therapist ................................................................................................................. 7
4. Behavior Analysis ................................................................................................................ 8
a. Behavior Analyst:................................................................................................................. 8
b. Behavior Analyst Technician: .............................................................................................. 9
5. Cardiovascular Technology ............................................................................................... 10
a. Cardiovascular Technologist:............................................................................................. 10
b. ECG Technician: ................................................................................................................. 11
c. Echocardiographer: ........................................................................................................... 12
6. Clinical Embryologist ......................................................................................................... 13
7. Colon-Hydro Therapist ...................................................................................................... 14
8. Counselor OR Career/Genetic/Addiction/Rehabilitation/Couples and Family/School
Counselor ........................................................................................................................... 15
9. Dental ................................................................................................................................ 16
a. Dental Assistant:................................................................................................................ 16
b. Dental Hygienist: ............................................................................................................... 17
c. Dental Technician: ............................................................................................................. 18
10. Dialysis Technician ............................................................................................................ 19
11. Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technician .......................................................................... 20
12. Endoscopy Technician ....................................................................................................... 21
13. Hair Transplant Technician ............................................................................................... 22
14. Kinesiologist ...................................................................................................................... 23
15. Laboratory ......................................................................................................................... 24
a. Medical Laboratory Technologist ...................................................................................... 24
b. Cytotechnologist................................................................................................................ 25
c. Molecular Biology Technologist ........................................................................................ 26
d. Medical Laboratory Assistant ............................................................................................ 27
16. Laser Therapist .................................................................................................................. 28
17. Medical Physicist ............................................................................................................... 30
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18. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI) ........................................................... 31

19. Neurodiagnostic Technologist .......................................................................................... 32
20. Nuclear Medicine Technologist ........................................................................................ 33
21. Nutritionist ........................................................................................................................ 34
22. Occupational Therapy ....................................................................................................... 35
a. Occupational Therapist ..................................................................................................... 35
b. Occupational Therapy Assistant ........................................................................................ 36
23. Optometry ......................................................................................................................... 37
a. Optometrist: ...................................................................................................................... 37
b. Optometry Technician: ...................................................................................................... 38
c. Orthoptist: ......................................................................................................................... 39
24. Orthotics ............................................................................................................................ 40
a. Orthotist: ........................................................................................................................... 40
b. Orthotic Technician: .......................................................................................................... 41
25. Perfusionist ........................................................................................................................ 42
26. Pharmacy ........................................................................................................................... 43
a. Pharmacist: ........................................................................................................................ 43
b. Pharmacy Technician:........................................................................................................ 44
27. Phlebotomist ..................................................................................................................... 45
28. Physical Therapy ................................................................................................................ 46
a. Physical Therapist .............................................................................................................. 46
b. Physical Therapy Assistant ................................................................................................ 47
29. Plaster/ Cast Technician .................................................................................................... 48
30. Podiatrist ........................................................................................................................... 49
31. Prosthetics ......................................................................................................................... 50
a. Prosthetist: ........................................................................................................................ 50
b. Prosthetics Technician:...................................................................................................... 51
32. Psychologist ....................................................................................................................... 52
33. Psychomotor Therapist ..................................................................................................... 53
34. Radiation Therapist ........................................................................................................... 54
35. Radiology Technology ....................................................................................................... 55
a. Radiology Technologist: .................................................................................................... 55
b. Ultrasonogropher: ............................................................................................................. 56

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36. Respiratory Therapy .......................................................................................................... 57

a. Respiratory Therapist: ....................................................................................................... 57
b. Pulmonary Function Technologist: .................................................................................... 58
c. Respiratory Therapy Technician: ....................................................................................... 59
37. Sleep Laboratory Technologist ......................................................................................... 60
38. Speech Therapy ................................................................................................................. 61
a. Speech Therapist: .............................................................................................................. 61
b. Speech Therapy Assistant:................................................................................................. 62
39. Sports Therapist ................................................................................................................ 63
40. Sterilization Technician ..................................................................................................... 64

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Anesthesia Technician:
To qualify for a License to practice as an Anesthesia Technician in Dubai Healthcare City

(DHCC), the applicant must comply with:
The general requirements for licensure as a healthcare professional1; and
The specific professions minimum requirements listed below.
Minimum Requirements
Professional Qualification A High School Diploma, and
Graduated from an Anesthetic Technology course from an
accredited institute/college/university; or
A Registered Nurse and having graduated from an Anesthesia
Nurse Program from an accredited
institute/college/university; or
A Respiratory Therapist and having graduated from an
Anesthesia Assistant program from an accredited
institute/college/university.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as an Anesthesia
Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Anesthesia
Technician.
Certificate of Good Issued in the last six (6) months from jurisdictions (licensing
Standing (CGS) authority/professional membership body) in which the Applicant
holds current license/registration to practice.
English Proficiency Test Required if the graduates education was not taught in English.
TOEFL a minimum score of 550; or IELTS a minimum band of
6.0 or equivalent.
DHCA Licensing Exam Not required
Recommendation letters Two (2) favorable reference letters written in the last two (2)
years from healthcare professionals practicing in the same field.
1Thisdocument should be read in conjunction with the Healthcare Professionals Licensure

General Requirements - Guidance for Applicants document which can be
accessed/downloaded from the Dubai Healthcare City Authority - Regulator website at
www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Audiology
To qualify for a License to practice as an Audiologist/Audiology Assistant in Dubai Healthcare

City (DHCC), the Applicant must comply with:
The general requirements for licensure as a healthcare professional 1; and
Audiologist:
Professional Qualification A Masters degree in Audiology from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as an
Audiologist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Audiologist.
Standing (CGS) authority/professional membership body) in which the
Applicant holds a current license/registration to practice.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Audiology Assistant:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Audiology or Speech Language Pathology
from an accredited institute.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in performing
Audiology or Speech Language Pathology Assistant functions.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Audiology
Assistant.
holds a current license/registration to practice.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Beauty Therapist
To qualify for a License to practice as a Beauty Therapist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
applicant must comply with:
Professional Qualification Graduated from high school and receipt of a high
school diploma, or its equivalent.
Graduated from a program which includes a
minimum of 1200 hours/2 years duration of training
in esthetics/cosmetics/beauty therapy.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a
Beauty Therapist
Professional License A current license/registration to practice (If Applicable).
Certificate of Good Standing (CGS) Issued in the last six (6) months from jurisdictions (licensing
authority/professional membership body) in which the
Applicant holds current license/registration to practice.
English Proficiency Test Required if the graduates education was not taught in
English.
TOEFL a minimum score of 550; or IELTS a minimum
band of 6.0 or equivalent.
DHCA Licensing Exam Not Required
Recommendation letters Two (2) favorable reference letters written in the last two
(2) years from healthcare professionals practicing in the
same field.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Behavior Analysis
To qualify for a License to practice as a Behavior Analyst and Behavior Analyst Technician in
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the Applicant must comply with:
Behavior Analyst:
Professional Qualification Board Certified by Behavior Analyst Certification Board
(BACB) as a Behavior Analyst; or
Have successfully completed the behavior analysis exam
offered by the World Center for Behavior Analysis; or
A Masters degree from an accredited
institution/college/university. Accepted degrees are those
conferred in applied behavior analysis or in related fields
including behavioral sciences, psychology, or education.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience a Behavior
Analyst.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Behavior Analyst.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Behavior Analyst Technician:
Professional Qualification Board certified by Behavior Analyst Certification Board
(BACB) as a Registered Behavior Technician.
OR
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution. Accepted
degrees are conferred in, behavioral sciences, psychology,
nursing or education, AND complete a minimum of 20 hours
of registered task list training.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Registered
Behavior Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Registered
Behavior Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Cardiovascular Technology
Cardiovascular Technologist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Cardiovascular Technologist in Dubai Healthcare City

Professional Qualification Successful completion of a two (2) years minimum
Cardiovascular Technology Training Program from an
accredited institute/college/university; and
The Program must include both didactic and clinical
experiences in invasive and noninvasive cardiology; and
A current and valid ACLS certification.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Cardiovascular

Technologist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Cardiovascular
Technologist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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ECG Technician:
To qualify for a License to practice as an ECG Technician in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification A High school Diploma or hold a certificate of high school
equivalency, and
Successful completion of a one (1) year certificate in ECG /
Cardiac Physiology or Diploma Program in Nursing or Allied
Health with evidence of formal ECG training from an
accredited institute/college/university.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a ECG Technician
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a ECG Technician
6.0 or equivalent.


www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Echocardiographer:
To qualify for a License to practice as an Echocardiographer in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC),

the applicant must comply with:
Professional Qualification Bachelor of Science in Cardiovascular Technology/Sonography ;
OR
Bachelor of Science + Successful completion of a two (2) years
minimum Cardiovascular Technology Training Program from an
OR
Bachelor of Science + Certification by the Cardiovascular
Credentialing International (CCI) or the American Registry of
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
The Program must include both didactic and clinical experiences

in cardiac sonography.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Echocardiographer.

Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Echocardiographer
TOEFL a minimum score of 550; or IELTS a minimum band of 6.0
or equivalent.

Recommendation letters Two (2) favorable reference letters written in the last two (2) years
from healthcare professionals practicing in the same field.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Clinical Embryologist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Clinical Embryologist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC),
Professional Qualification A High school Diploma, with an emphasis on chemical, physical,
or biological science, and
A Bachelors degree with chemical, physical, or biological
science as the major subject, or
A Bachelors degree in Clinical Embryology of no less than three
(3) years duration from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Clinical
Embryologist.
Evidence of completion of at least thirty (30) complete IVF
procedures or ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) related
procedures.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Clinical

Embryologist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Colon-Hydro Therapist
To qualify for a License to practice as a Colon Hydro Therapist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Medicine or
A Bachelors degree in Naturopathy or
A Bachelors degree in Nursing and
Foundation Level Certification from one of the below

organizations/programs:
The International Register of Integrative Colon
Therapists and Trainers (RICTAT) www.rictat.org
Global Professional Association for Colon Therapy
(GPACT) www.gpact.org
The International Association for Colon Therapy (I-
ACT) www.i-act.org
DHCC approved programs
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) year of work experience as a
Colon-Hydro Therapist
Must have performed twenty (20) independent Colon
Hydro Therapy procedures
English.
same field.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Counselor OR Career/Genetic/Addiction/Rehabilitation/Couples and Family/School

Counselor:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Counselor or Career/Genetic/Addiction/

Rehabilitation/Couples and Family/School Counselor in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Applicant must comply with:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Counseling or a related profession such
as psychology, social work, psychological medicine or
education from an accredited institute/college/university; and
A Masters degree in Counseling; or
A Masters degree in a specific branch of counseling (branches
of counseling includes but are not limited to:
Career/Genetic/Addiction/ Couples and
Family/Rehabilitation/School) from an accredited
The Masters program must include a period of an applicable
supervised practicum prior to completing a comprehensive
examination for licensure/certification.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the specific
branch of counseling.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Counselor.
6.0 or equivalent.
Recommendation letters Two (2) favorable reference letters written in the last two (2) years
from healthcare professionals practicing in the same field.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Dental
Dental Assistant:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Dental Assistant in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
equivalency.
Successful completion of a Dental Assisting Training Program
from an accredited institute/college/university.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Dental
Assistant.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Dental Assistant.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Dental Hygienist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Dental Hygienist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
equivalency; and
Graduated from a Dental Hygiene Program of at least two (2)
years duration from an accredited institute/college/university.
Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Dental

Hygienist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Dental Hygienist.
6.0 or equivalent.
DHCA Licensing Exam Required

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Dental Technician:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Dental Technician in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
The specific professions minimum requirements liste below.
equivalency, and
Graduated from a Dental Technology Program of at least two (2)
years duration from an accredited institute/college/university.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Dental
Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Dental Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Dialysis Technician:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Dialysis Technician in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC),
Professional Qualification Successful completion of a Dialysis Technician Program from an
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Dialysis
Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Dialysis Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technician:
To qualify for a License to practice as an EEG Technician in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
equivalency, and
Successful completion of
a one (1) year certificate in EEG or

Diploma Program in Nursing or Allied Health with
evidence of formal EEG training from an accredited
institute /college/ university.
Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year of experience as an EEG

Technician
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an EEG
Technician if applicable.
English Proficiency Required if the graduates education was not taught in
English.
TOEFL a minimum score of 550; or IELTS a minimum band
of 6.0 or equivalent.
years from healthcare professionals practicing in the same
field.
1This document should be read in conjunction with the Healthcare Professionals Licensure
General Requirements - Guidance for Applicants document which can be accessed/downloaded
from the Dubai Healthcare City Authority - Regulator website at www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Endoscopy Technician:
To qualify for a License to practice as an Endoscopy Technician in Dubai Healthcare City

equivalency, and
Diploma in nursing + one (1) year on-job training program in
endoscopy.
OR
Successful completion of a one (1) year certificate of training
or Diploma Program in Endoscopy Technology or
Gastroenterology from an accredited institute/college/
university.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Endoscopy

Technician
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Endoscopy

Technician
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Hair Transplant Technician:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Hair Transplant Technician in Dubai Healthcare City
Professional Qualification A Degree/ Diploma in a Healthcare Specialty of at least three
institute/college/university, and
Completed a minimum of six (6) months training experience
in the area of hair transplant, with a minimum of 50 surgical
cases under the supervision of a physician.
Clinical Work Experience Not required

Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Hair Transplant
Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Kinesiologist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Kinesiologist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
applicant must comply with
The applicant must work under the supervision of an Orthopedics physician, Sports Medicine
physician, Family Medicine physician, Physical Medicine physician or Physical Therapist. The
applicant is not allowed to operate an independent practice or clinic.
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in the field of Kinesiology from an
Clinical Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the field
of Kinesiology.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice in the field of
Kinesiology.
English.
field.

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Laboratory
To qualify for a License to practice as a Medical Laboratory Technologist/Cytotechnologist/
Molecular Biology Technologist/Medical Laboratory Assistant in Dubai Healthcare City
Medical Laboratory Technologist:
Professional Qualification A High School Diploma with emphasis on biology, computer
science, chemistry, and mathematics, and
A Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory of at least three
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Medical
Laboratory Technologist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Medical Laboratory
Technologist.
English Proficiency Required if the graduates education was not taught in English.
6.0 or equivalent.

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Cytotechnologist:
A Bachelors degree in Cytotechnology of at least three (3)
years duration from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a

Cytotechnologist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Cytotechnologist.
6.0 or equivalent.

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Molecular Biology Technologist:
A Bachelors degree in Molecular Biology Technology of at
least three (3) years duration from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Molecular
Biology Technologist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Molecular Biology
Technologist.
6.0 or equivalent.

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Medical Laboratory Assistant:
An Associates degree or Certificate in Laboratory Science
with emphasis on biology and chemistry from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Medical
Laboratory Assistant.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Medical Laboratory
Assistant.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Laser Therapist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Laser Therapist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Laser Therapist shall be supervised by a DHCR Licensed Plastic Surgeon/Dermatologist

physically located in the facility and ready for immediate assistance and response.
Laser therapists are permitted to provide procedures as per their qualifications which
may include:
- Non-ablative Class 3D and 4 Laser - Ultrasound for lipolysis
- Radiofrequency - Infrared light
- Intense pulsed light - Lighting emitting diode phototherapy
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Nursing of at least three (3) years
duration from an accredited institute/college/university, or
equivalent; and
Option 1: Certificate of successfully completing a Laser
Therapy Training program from an accredited institute/
college/ university. The program shall include:
o 90 hours training Course
o 20 hands on supervised laser therapy sessions;
OR
Option 2: Certificate of successfully completing a 20 hours
Laser Therapy Training program from an accredited institute/
college/ university. And evidence of completing a minimum
of 100 hands on laser therapy procedures; or
OR
Option 3: Certificate of completion of training from National
Council on Laser Certification (NCLC) or The Society for
Clinical and Medical Hair Removal (SCMHR).
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of 1 year experience in a Healthcare related field
Professional License If applicable


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English Proficiency Test Where the graduates education was not taught in English or
have not worked in a professional English speaking environment
for at least one year.
TOEFL a minimum score of 550; or
IELTS a minimum band of 6.0

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Medical Physicist:
In addition to the General Requirements for Licensure as a Healthcare Professional in Dubai
Healthcare City1 each applicant initially applying for Licensure as a Medical Physicist in Dubai
Healthcare City must also meet the listed minimum requirements.
Graduate from an accredited institution offering a MSc or in
Professional Qualification
Medical Physics
Clinical Experience 2 years experience in practice of Medical Physics
A current license/registration to practice as a Medical
Professional License
Physicist. (If applicable)
Certificate of Good Standing Issued in the last six (6) months from jurisdictions (licensing
(CGS) authority/professional membership body) in which the
Required if the graduates education was not taught in
English.
English Proficiency
Two (2) favorable reference letters written in the last two
Recommendation letters (2) years from healthcare professionals practicing in the
same field.

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI):
To qualify for a License to practice as a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist in

Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the applicant must comply with:
-Diploma in MRI of at least 2 years; or
-A Bachelors degree in a related field (e.g. Radiography/ Medical
Imaging Program) and completion of a postgraduate course of
study and qualification in the specialty of Magnetic Resonance
Imaging from an accredited institute/college/university.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of (2) years of work experience as MRI Technologist
or equivalent
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as MRI Technologist or
equivalent
6.0 or equivalent.

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Neurodiagnostic Technologist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Neurodiagnostic Technologist in Dubai Healthcare City

Professional Qualification - A Bachelors degree in the field of Neurophysiology or
Neurology from an accredited institute/college/university
OR
- Completion of an academic education program of at least
two (2) years duration in Neurodiagnostic Technology/
Clinical Neurophysiology Technology/ Neurology Technology
from an accredited institute/college/university
of Neurodiagnostic Technology.
Neurodiagnostic Technology if applicable.
English.
field.

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Dubai Healthcare

City (DHCC), the applicant must comply with:
Professional Qualification Bachelors degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology of at least
Three (3) years from an accredited
institute/college/university;
OR
A Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Nuclear
Medicine Technologist
Professional License A current license, registration, or certification as a Nuclear
Medicine Technologist

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Nutritionist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Nutritionist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or a related health
science field from an accredited institute/college/university.
The Degree program must have a concentration in dietetics
and nutrition/human nutrition/nutrition education/public
health nutrition.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Nutritionist
in a clinical setting.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Nutritionist.
Certificate of Good Issued in the last 6 months from jurisdictions (licensing

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Occupational Therapy
To qualify for a license to practice as an Occupational Therapist/Occupational Therapist

Assistant in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the applicant must comply with:
Occupational Therapist
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited
Clinical Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as an
Occupational Therapist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Occupational

Therapist.
Standing authority/professional membership body) in which the
6.0 or equivalent.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant
A two (2) year Occupational Therapy Assistant Training
Program resulting in being awarded a Diploma from an
Occupational Therapy Assistant functions.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Occupational
Therapy Assistant.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Optometry
To qualify for a License to practice as an Optometrist/Optometry Technician in Dubai

Healthcare City (DHCC), the applicant must comply with:
Optometrist:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Optometry from an accredited
Optometrist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Optometrist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Optometry Technician:
Professional Qualification A Diploma from an Optometric Technology/Opticianry training
program of at least two (2) years duration from an accredited
Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year experience in the performance of
Optometry Technician functions.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Optometry
Assistant.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Orthoptist:
To qualify for a License to practice as an Orthoptist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification - A Bachelors degree in the field of Orthoptics from an
accredited institute/college/university
OR
- Fellowship/Completion of Orthoptics program of at least
two (2) years duration from an accredited
institute/college/university and registration from a body
recognized by the International Orthoptic Association
of Orthoptics.
Orthoptics if applicable.
English.
field.

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Orthotics
To qualify for a License to practice as an Orthotist/Orthotic Technician in Dubai Healthcare

Orthotist:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Orthotics, or
A Bachelor of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics from an
Clinical Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as an Orthotist.

Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Orthotist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Orthotic Technician:
A Diploma in Orthotics and Prosthetics of at least two (2)
years duration, or
An Orthotics Technician Training Program from an
Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year experience as an Orthotist

Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Orthotist
Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Perfusionist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Perfusionist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in one of the Life Sciences from an
Must be a graduate from an accredited Cardiovascular
Perfusion Program.
Clinical Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a

Perfusionist.
Must have performed one hundred (100) independent
clinical perfusion procedures.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Perfusionist.

Standing authority/professional membership body) in which the Applicant
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Pharmacy
To qualify for a License to practice as a Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician in Dubai Healthcare

Pharmacist:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Pharmacy from an accredited
institute/college/university, and
A minimum of one (1) year internship or residency.
Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Pharmacist.

Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Pharmacist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Pharmacy Technician:
A one (1) year Diploma or Certificate of completion of an
accredited Pharmacy Technician program from an accredited
Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year experience as a Pharmacy Technician.

Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Pharmacy
Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Phlebotomist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Phlebotomist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification A High School Diploma with an emphasis on biology,
computer science, chemistry and mathematics, and
Certified as a Phlebotomist via an accredited training
program, or
Medical training/experience associated with job
responsibilities i.e. nurses, doctors and laboratory
technologists/technicians.
Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a

Phlebotomist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Phlebotomist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Physical Therapy
To qualify for a License to practice as a Physical Therapist/Physical Therapist Assistant in Dubai

Healthcare City (DHCC), the Applicant must comply with:
Physical Therapist:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Physical
Therapist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Physical Therapist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Physical Therapy Assistant:
A two (2) year Physical Therapy Assistant Training Program
resulting in being awarded a Diploma from an accredited
Physical Therapy Assistant functions.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Physiotherapy

Assistant.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Plaster/ Cast Technician:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Plaster/Cast Technician in Dubai Healthcare City

- High school Diploma ; and
- Certificate of Training course in Orthopedic Casting or relevant
field
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of (2) years of work experience as a Plaster/ Cast
Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Plaster/ Cast
Technician.
English Proficiency Exam Required if the graduates education was not taught in English.
6.0 or equivalent

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Podiatrist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Podiatrist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Podiatry of at least four (4)
years from an accredited institute/college/university;
and
One (1) year post graduate residency.
Clinical Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a

Podiatrist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Podiatrist.
Certificate of Good Issued in the last six (6) months from jurisdictions
Standing (licensing authority/professional membership body) in
which the Applicant holds current license/registration to
practice.
English.
same field.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Prosthetics
To qualify for a License to practice as a Prosthetist/Prosthetics Technician in Dubai Healthcare

Prosthetist:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Prosthetics, or
A Bachelor of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics degree
Clinical Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Prosthetist.

Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Prosthetist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Prosthetics Technician:
A Diploma in Orthotics and Prosthetics of at least two (2)
years duration, or
A Prosthetics Technician Training Program of at least two
years duration from an accredited
Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Prosthetist

Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Prosthetist
Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Psychologist:
To qualify for a license to practice as a Psychologist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification A Doctor of Psychology (PsyD); or
A Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD) from an
accredited institute.
The program must at least be of three (3) years duration,
and include both a practicum and an internship.
Clinical Work Experience Completion of two (2) years supervised professional experience
as a Psychologist of which:
1 year internship
1 year postdoctoral
Professional License A current license to practice and/or registration as a

Psychologist.
Applicant holds a current license to practice and/or registration.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Psychomotor Therapist
To qualify for a License to practice as a Psychomotor Therapist in Dubai Healthcare City

Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Psychomotor
Education/Therapy/Rehabilitation from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) year of work experience as a

Psychomotor Therapist
English.
same field.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Radiation Therapist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Radiation Therapist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC),
the Applicant must comply with:
A Bachelors degree in Radiation Therapy from an accredited
A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Radiation
Clinical Work Experience
Therapist.
A current license to practice and/or registration as a Radiation
Professional License
Therapist.
Required if the graduates education was not taught in English.
English Proficiency Test TOEFL a minimum score of 550; or IELTS a minimum band of
6.0 or equivalent.
Two (2) favorable reference letters written in the last two (2)
Recommendation letters

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Radiology Technology
To qualify for a License to practice as a Radiology Technologist/Ultrasonographer in Dubai

Radiology Technologist:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree of at least three (3) years duration in
Radiology Technology or Medical Imaging from an accredited
Clinical Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a Radiology
Technologist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Radiology
Technologist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Ultrasonogropher:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in Ultrasonography from an accredited
institute/college/university or
A Bachelors degree in a related field (e.g. radiology/clinical
technology) and completion of a postgraduate course of
study and qualification in the specialty of Ultrasound
Sonography from an accredited institute/college/university.

Ultrasonographer.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as an Ultrasonographer.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Respiratory Therapy
To qualify for a License to practice as a Respiratory Therapist/Pulmonary Function

Technologist/Respiratory Therapy Technician in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the applicant
must comply with:
Respiratory Therapist:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in a Respiratory Therapy Program from an
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory
Therapist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Respiratory
Therapist, or
Current Registration with the USA National Board of
Respiratory Care (NBRC) or the Canadian Society of
Respiratory Therapist (CSRT) as a registered Respiratory
Therapist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Pulmonary Function Technologist:
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in a Pulmonary Function Technologist
Program from an accredited institute/college/university.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Pulmonary
Function Technologist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Pulmonary
Function Technologist, or
Current Registration with the USA National Board of
Respiratory Care (NBRC) or the Canadian Society of
Respiratory Therapist (CSRT) as a registered Pulmonary
Functional Technologist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Respiratory Therapy Technician:
Professional Qualification A Diploma of a minimum of two (2) years in a Respiratory
Therapy Program from an accredited institute/college/university.
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Respiratory
Therapy Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Respiratory
Therapy Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Sleep Laboratory Technologist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Sleep Laboratory Technologist in Dubai Healthcare City
Professional Qualification Graduated from a Sleep Laboratory Technology Course with
Polysomnography training from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience Completed a minimum of eighteen (18) months of clinical
experience with duties inclusive of polysomnography, within
3 years of exam date; OR
Completed a minimum of 12 months clinical experience with
duties inclusive of polysomnography AND a credential in an
accepted Allied Health Field (nursing, respiratory care,
electro-neuro diagnostics, medical degree or emergency
medical technician).
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Sleep

Laboratory/Polysomnography Technologist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Speech Therapy
To qualify for a License to practice as a Speech Therapist/Speech Therapy Assistant in Dubai

Speech Therapist:
Professional Qualification A Masters degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (1) years of work experience as a Speech
Therapist.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Speech Therapist.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Speech Therapy Assistant:
Professional Qualification Graduate from a Bachelors Program with an emphasis on
Speech Therapy (e.g. speech pathology, audiology, speech
therapy, speech language and hearing sciences) from an
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Speech Therapy
Assistant.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Speech Therapy
Assistant.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Sports Therapist:
To qualify for a License to practice as a Sports Therapist in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the
Professional Qualification A Bachelors degree in the field of Sports Therapy, Athletic
Therapy, Exercise Science, Human Movement or related field
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the field of
Sports Therapy.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice in the field of Sports
Therapy.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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Sterilization Technician
To qualify for a License to practice as a Sterilization Technician in Dubai Healthcare City

Professional Qualification 1. A degree in any health related field with hands on
practical training in Sterilization technology
OR
2. Degree in any health related field and Certification as a
member with one of the following
Certification by the Board of Sterile Processing
and Distribution (CBSPD) USA
http://www.sterileprocessing.org/
International Association of Healthcare Central
Services Material management (IAHCSMM)
http://www.iahcsmm.org/
OR
3. High school education and diploma in sterilization
technology of at least six (6) months duration from an
Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (1) years of work experience as a Central
Sterile Services Technician.
Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Central Sterile

Services Technician.
6.0 or equivalent.

www.dhcr.gov.ae.

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To qualify for a License to practice as an Audiologist/Audiology Assistant in Dubai Healthcare

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Behavior Analyst Technician:

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To qualify for a License to practice as an Echocardiographer in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC),

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Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Echocardiographer.

DHCA Licensing Exam Not required

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Foundation Level Certification from one of the below

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Clinical Experience A minimum of one (1) year of experience as an EEG

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Clinical Work Experience A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Endoscopy

Professional License A current license/registration to practice as a Endoscopy

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