International clinical psychologists must register with DHP-MOPH, complete DataFlow PSV, and pass the Qatar Qualifying Examination (QFE) for Psychology. The 'Clinical' prefix requires a postgraduate degree explicitly in Clinical Psychology with a structured hospital residency.
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4–8 Months
$2,000 – $3,500 USD
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Follow these steps to achieve your global medical career
Create profile on DHP-MOPH platform.
Verify Bachelor's in Psychology, Master's/PhD in Clinical Psychology, transcripts, internship certificates, and licenses.
DHP committee evaluates postgraduate course hours and clinical residency to confirm Clinical Psychology classification.
CBT exam covering Advanced Psychopathology & Differential Diagnosis (DSM-5-TR/ICD-11), Psychometrics & Clinical Assessment, Evidence-Based Psychotherapy (CBT, Schema, systemic), Crisis Intervention, and Professional Ethics. Passing score 60%.
Issued upon passing exam and PSV.
After job offer (HMC, Sidra Medicine, Naufar, etc.), employer activates license. Medical fitness test and malpractice insurance required.
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