SCFHS Overview
The Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) oversees the licensing of healthcare professionals in Saudi Arabia. Healthcare practitioners must complete the following steps to obtain a license:
- Primary Source Verification (PSV)
- Credentialing
- Prometric Exam
With an SCFHS license, healthcare professionals can work in both public and private healthcare sectors across Saudi Arabia.
Steps Involved in SCFHS DataFlow and Exam Registration
1. Primary Source Verification (PSV)
Primary Source Verification (PSV) ensures that the submitted credentials are authentic. The SCFHS mandates this process to be conducted by the DataFlow Group.
Details about PSV:
- What is verified?
- Duration: 45–60 working days.
Process:
- Submit your documents through the Mumaris+ portal (SCFHS online system).
- The DataFlow Group contacts issuing authorities for document verification.
- Upon completion, a PSV report is issued and shared with SCFHS.
2. Credentialing
Credentialing is the process where SCFHS assesses whether a candidate meets the professional and ethical standards required to work in Saudi Arabia.
Credentialing Overview:
- Purpose: To verify eligibility based on education, work experience, and PSV report compliance with SCFHS standards.
- Duration: 10–15 days after PSV completion.
- Outcome: Approval to sit for the Prometric exam.
3. Prometric Exam Registration
Healthcare professionals must pass the Prometric Exam as the final step toward obtaining an SCFHS license.
Exam Details:
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT).
- Exam Provider: Prometric.
- Exam Content: Based on the healthcare profession (e.g., nursing, pharmacy, dentistry).
- Duration: 2–3 hours, depending on the profession.
- Frequency: Offered year-round, subject to slot availability.
Note: PSV must be completed before scheduling the Prometric exam.
Documents Required for SCFHS DataFlow Verification and Credentialing
Ensure all documents are scanned clearly and uploaded as separate PDF files:
- 10th STD/SSLC Certificate
- 12th STD/Plus 2 Certificate
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate
- Transcripts (UG and PG)
- Council Registration Certificate
- Good Standing Certificate (from the council or association)
- Front and Back Pages of Passport
- Updated CV (including work experience)
- Recent Passport-Sized Color Photograph (White Background)
- Experience Certificates (Minimum 2 years post-internship)
- Internship Certificate
