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Free SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Exam Prep

Saudi Licensure Examination - Physiotherapy Specialist

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Updated January 2026
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SCFHS Gulf Allied Health Specialty Licensing Exams: Study Roadmap

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Movement and Science FoundationsYou are here

Review kinesiology, biomechanics, ergonomics, anatomy, physiology, tissue healing, pain, and exercise responses.

25
hours
2

Assessment and Safety Reasoning

Practice clinical decision making, differential diagnosis, red flags, outcome measures, referral triggers, and patient safety decisions.

25
hours
3

Interventions and Modalities

Study therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, physical agents, dosing, contraindications, and monitoring.

30
hours
4

Core Rehabilitation Domains

Use timed mixed sets across special populations, cardiopulmonary PT, sports PT, neurorehab, and musculoskeletal rehab.

40
hours
Estimated total study time
120 hours
That's about 12 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Exam?

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Age
Education
A recognized bachelor's degree in physiotherapy with an internship year or at least 12 months of acceptable supervised practical training, as listed by SCFHS.
Additional Requirements
  • •SCFHS issues the eligibility number needed to schedule the exam with Prometric.
  • •Use your current passport or government-issued ID to schedule and bring the same ID to check in, following Prometric’s appointment instructions.

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

The hours in this study plan are suggested pacing. Adjust them to your experience and exam date.

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Prometric

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Retake Policy

Check your remaining attempts and eligibility expiry with SCFHS before rebooking. The SCFHS professional registration procedure describes four assessment attempts per year for applicants in that process. Prometric’s general sponsor FAQ describes booking and reactivation under an eligibility number.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeCheck the fee for your appointment when booking through Prometric. The SCFHS sponsor FAQ says exam fees can vary by testing country.
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SCFHS lists 150 multiple-choice questions, 3 hours, and a 60% passing score.

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What You'll Study

16 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

SCFHS Physiotherapy Specialist Exam Details

Saudi Licensure Examination - Physiotherapy Specialist

Administered by Saudi Commission for Health Specialties

Official Source
60%
Passing Score
150
Questions
3
Hours
Check the fee for your appointment when booking through Prometric. The SCFHS sponsor FAQ says exam fees can vary by testing country.
Exam Fee
Study time: Use the blueprint weights to plan review time around your current knowledge.
Prerequisites: A recognized bachelor's degree in physiotherapy with an internship year or at least 12 months of acceptable supervised practical training, as listed by SCFHS. Obtain an eligibility number from SCFHS before booking with Prometric.
Valid for: Check the expiry of your SCFHS-issued eligibility before booking or rebooking.

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Saudi Commission for Health Specialties content outline

Kinesiology, Biomechanics and Ergonomics8%

Movement analysis, joint mechanics, posture, gait, ergonomic risk factors, load handling, and functional task mechanics.

Anatomy and Physiology12%

Musculoskeletal, neurologic, cardiopulmonary, pain, healing, and exercise physiology foundations for physiotherapy decisions.

Clinical Decision Making and Differential Diagnosis8%

History taking, examination interpretation, red flags, outcome measures, differential diagnosis, referral decisions, and plan prioritization.

Physical Agents (Electrotherapy and Hydrotherapy)10%

Electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, thermal agents, ultrasound, physiologic effects, dosing, indications, contraindications, and monitoring.

Therapeutic Exercises and Techniques10%

Strengthening, stretching, aerobic exercise, balance, motor learning, manual techniques, neuromuscular re-education, and progression.

Physical Therapy in Special Population (OBGYN, Paediatrics, Geriatrics)12%

Rehabilitation for obstetric, pelvic health, pediatric and older adult populations, including development, frailty and falls.

Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy8%

Respiratory assessment, airway clearance, breathing exercises, mobilization, exercise tolerance, and cardiopulmonary safety.

Sports Physical Therapy8%

Acute injury management, tissue loading, return-to-sport decisions, neuromuscular control, overuse injuries, and sport-specific rehabilitation.

Neurorehabilitation12%

Stroke, spinal cord injury, Parkinson disease, vestibular disorders, tone, balance, gait and motor learning.

Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation12%

Spine and extremity rehabilitation, post-operative care, pain and mobility impairments, manual therapy, exercise, and outcome-based progression.

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