Details of the Midwifery Prometric Exam 2026

The “Prometric Exam” is not a single, universal test, but rather a computer-based testing (CBT) platform utilized by various Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to assess the competency of healthcare professionals, including midwives, for licensure.

Target Health Authorities

Depending on where you intend to work, you will register for the exam corresponding to that region’s specific health authority:

• UAE: DHA (Dubai), MOHAP (Northern Emirates), DOH/HAAD (Abu Dhabi)
• Saudi Arabia: SCFHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties)
• Qatar: QCHP (Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners)
• Oman: OMSB (Oman Medical Specialty Board)
• Bahrain: NHRA (National Health Regulatory Authority)
• Kuwait: KMLE (Kuwait Medical Licensing Authority)

Exam Format & Specifications

While exact specifications can vary slightly depending on the governing health authority, the general structure for the 2026 Midwifery exam is highly standardized across the region:

• Format: Computer-Based Test (CBT) consisting entirely of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Number of Questions: Typically ranges from 100 to 150 questions. (For instance, the SCFHS Midwifery Technician exam consists of 150 questions).
• Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours.
• Passing Score: Generally sits between 55% and 60%. (SCFHS explicitly sets the passing score at 55% for Midwifery Technicians, while DHA and MOHAP typically require around a 60% passing threshold).

Syllabus and Content Blueprint

The exam evaluates clinical, theoretical, and ethical knowledge across all phases of maternal and newborn care. Based on the updated guidelines for 2026, the standard exam blueprint weightage is distributed approximately as follows:

• Intrapartum Care (40%): This is the heaviest weighted section, covering labor management, fetal monitoring, complications during delivery (e.g., transverse lie positions, shoulder dystocia), and immediate maternal care.
• Postpartum Care (15%): Normal physiological changes, postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) management, infections, and psychological adaptations.
• Antepartum Care (10%): High-risk pregnancies, managing pre-existing maternal conditions (like thyrotoxicosis or gestational diabetes), and identifying potential complications before labor.
• Antenatal Care (10%): Routine screening, fetal development, physiological changes, and prenatal nutrition.
• Newborn Care (5%): Neonatal resuscitation, APGAR scoring, routine physical assessments (e.g., identifying caput succedaneum), and recognizing neonatal septicemia.
• Gynecological Care (5%): Family planning, common infections, and preventative screenings.
• Pharmacology in Midwifery (5%): Safe administration of drugs during pregnancy, labor, and lactation.
• Counselling and Education (5%): Breastfeeding support, family planning education, and maternal mental health.
• Patient Safety, Professionalism, and Ethics (5-10%): Infection control, legal aspects of midwifery practice, and safe clinical procedures.

Registration & Licensing Process

Securing a midwifery license involves several distinct steps working in parallel with your Prometric exam preparation:

1. Primary Source Verification (DataFlow): Before sitting for the exam or completing the licensing process, your credentials (midwifery degree, academic transcripts, active home-country license, and experience letters) must be verified for authenticity through the DataFlow Group.
2. Application via Authority Portal: You must create an account on the relevant authority’s portal (e.g., Sheryan for DHA, Mumaris Plus for SCFHS) to submit your verified documents and assess your eligibility.
3. Scheduling the Exam: Once deemed eligible, you will receive an eligibility ID, allowing you to book your Prometric CBT date and testing center on the official Prometric website.
4. Exam Attempts: Most Gulf health authorities allow a maximum of 3 attempts to pass the Prometric assessment.