How to Pass the DHA Dubai Nursing Exam in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Syllabus, Dataflow, exam fees, mock tests and the prep plan our students use
Written and reviewed by the Phoenix RN Editorial Team — GCC nursing educators with 10+ years of experience coaching nurses for NHRA, DHA, DOH, MOH, SNLE, QCHP, OMSB and Kuwait MOH exams. Last reviewed: October 2026.
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Exam Overview
Format
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration
180 minutes
Questions
150 MCQs
Passing Score
50%
Testing vendor
Prometric
Step-by-Step Preparation Guide
Follow these proven steps to maximize your chances of passing the DHA Dubai exam.
Complete Dataflow Verification
Start your Dataflow PSV early as it can take 4-8 weeks to complete.
Study the DHA Syllabus
Review the official DHA exam blueprint covering all nursing specialties.
Use DHA-Specific Materials
Study from DHA-focused question banks and review books.
Master Clinical Scenarios
Practice clinical judgment questions as DHA emphasizes practical application.
Take Timed Mock Exams
Simulate exam conditions with full-length practice tests.
Final Revision
Review high-yield topics and previously missed questions in the final week.
Exam in 2 weeks? Skip ahead.
See the day-by-day plan in our 10-Day Crash Course for DHA Dubai — $125, one-time access.
Study Tips
- Focus on priority and delegation questions
- Understand Dubai healthcare protocols
- Practice medication calculations thoroughly
- Study infection control and patient safety
- Review emergency nursing procedures
- Learn therapeutic communication techniques
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Underestimating the exam difficulty
- Not completing Dataflow on time
- Focusing too much on theory, ignoring clinical application
- Not managing exam time properly
- Skipping practice tests
- Changing answers unnecessarily
Four Ways to Prepare for DHA
From 1-on-1 live coaching to a 10-day crash course — pick what fits your timeline and budget for the DHA Dubai Health Authority Exam.
DHA Instructor-Led Coaching
Live · 1-on-1 or Batches
- Live DHA classes taught by Phoenix RN
- 1-on-1 doubt-clearing sessions
- Full DHA curriculum
- Weak-area diagnosis & personal plan
- WhatsApp support throughout course
Best if you want structure, accountability and live help
DHA Guided Self-Study Plan
App-guided · Self-paced
- 4-week DHA roadmap in the app
- 270+ DHA video lessons — one per subtopic
- 6,000+ DHA notes & 6,000+ Study Notes & Q&A
- Unlimited DHA mock tests with analytics
- study assistant for any topic
- Learn on your own time, anywhere
Best for self-motivated UAE — Dubai nurses on a tight budget
DHA 10-Day Crash Course
Fast-track · Exam in 2 weeks
- Day-by-day DHA high-yield revision
- High-yield video lessons for every topic
- Unlimited DHA mock tests with analytics
- Built from real DHA exam-question research
- weakness booster after each mock
- DHA exam-day strategy & checklist
Best when your DHA exam is just 2 weeks away
DHA Study Notes
Premium PDF Notes
- 6,000+ pages of organised DHA notes
- Secure online viewer — read on any device
- Built for the DHA Dubai Health Authority Exam
- Updated for 2026
- Instant access, no subscription
Q&A bank & mock tests included in the 4-Week Plan
Frequently Asked Questions
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