This certification preparation program is reviewed by Dr. Ran Wilkosin, MD, FACP, FRCP, Chief Advisor at Royal Medical Pathways, for alignment with current sittings and registry requirements.
What is QCHP?
- Full name
- Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners
- Administering body
- The QCHP exam (Prometric) is mandatory for medical practice in Qatar
- Purpose
- Licensing for healthcare professionals in Qatar.
- Format
- Prometric CBT
- 2026-2027 cycle
- Sittings open across the 2026-2027 academic year — contact us for the next available date.
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Overview
The QCHP exam (Prometric) is mandatory for medical practice in Qatar.
Exam Structure
Prometric CBT
- MCQ exam for all specialties.
Eligibility & Registration
- DataFlow verification.
How to Register for QCHP in 2026
Check QCHP eligibility
Verify your qualifications meet the QCHP requirements for the 2026-2027 cycle.
Speak with a Royal Medical Pathways advisor
Book a free consultation to map your prep plan and decide which study package suits your timeline and budget.
Register for QCHP
Complete the official registration on the QCHP portal and confirm your sitting window.
Receive your tailored study plan
Get a structured study schedule, syllabus-aligned materials and mentor calls scheduled around your test date.
Sit the exam
Attend your QCHP sitting with confidence, supported by structured preparation aligned to the real exam format.
Collect and verify your certificate
We assist with certificate collection, verification and onward registration with your regulator.
QCHP FAQs
What is the QCHP/DHP Qatar exam?
The QCHP (Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners), now the Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP) under the Ministry of Public Health, runs the licensing exam that foreign healthcare professionals must pass to work in Qatar. It is delivered at Prometric centres.
What are the DHP Qatar exam requirements for nurses?
Nurses need a recognised nursing qualification, a valid licence in their country of training, primary source verification, and typically a copy of a valid passport and QID (Qatari ID). A job offer from a Qatari healthcare facility is normally required.
What is the DHP Qatar exam format?
The DHP exam is computer-based with multiple-choice questions specific to your profession and specialty. It covers clinical knowledge, patient safety and Qatar's healthcare regulations, with the pass threshold set by the Department of Healthcare Professions.
How do I book the Qatar Prometric exam?
Once your licence application and credential verification are approved by the DHP, you receive eligibility to book your exam at any Prometric centre. The exam is scheduled through the Prometric booking portal.
QCHP vs DHP — are they the same?
Yes. QCHP (Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners) was restructured and is now referred to as the Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP) within the Ministry of Public Health. Both names refer to the same Qatari healthcare licensing system.
