DoH (HAAD) Nursing Exam Format: NCLEX RN Exemption Guide
📝 DoH (HAAD) Nursing Exam Format Overview
The DoH exam (historically known as HAAD) is administered through Pearson VUE and is the required licensing test for nurses working in Abu Dhabi, unless they qualify for an exemption.
| Detail | Information |
| Exam Type | Computer-Based Test (CBT). |
| Format | Predominantly Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). |
| Content | Based on the DoH Registered Nurse Exam Blueprint. |
| Length & Time | Approximately 150 questions with a duration of 2.5 hours (150 minutes). |
| Passing Score | A score ranging from 60% to 70% is generally cited as the requirement to pass. |
Content Domains Covered
- Safe and Effective Care Environment (Management of Care, Safety & Infection Control)
- Health Promotion and Maintenance
- Psychosocial Integrity
- Physiological Integrity (Basic Care/Comfort, Pharmacology, Reduction of Risk, Physiological Adaptation)
Sample Questions & Study Materials
While a direct, free, official DoH sample exam PDF isn’t readily available, preparation resources provide sample questions that mimic the style:
- Focus on Domains: Practice materials often feature 100-question tests designed to cover the blueprint domains listed above, helping you understand the type of critical thinking and application expected, which is often similar to NCLEX-style questions but tailored to the UAE scope and environment.
- Resource Providers: Companies that offer review courses often provide mock tests to simulate the exam environment, focusing on the high-yield areas for the DOH RN exam.
✅ Key Takeaway for NCLEX RNs
Your strategy depends entirely on where you secure your job offer:
| Scenario | Action & Focus | Licensing Requirement |
| Job Offer in Abu Dhabi (DoH) | Focus your energy on the DataFlow PSV process first. | You will likely be exempt from taking the computer-based exam, as DoH recognizes the NCLEX and US licensure (provided you meet experience requirements). |
| Job Offer in Dubai (DHA) or other Emirate (MOHAP) | Check the specific Professional Qualifications Requirements (PQR). | You will likely need to prepare for their respective licensing exams (DHA Prometric or MOHAP CBT), although the NCLEX may still grant an exemption depending on your years of experience. |
I recommend checking the specific Professional Qualifications Requirements (PQR) for DOH or DHA based on where you get your job offer, as that document dictates whether an exam is required for your specific level of experience and education.
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