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USMLE, PMI, DHA, IFOM, SCFHS, and CFA are among the professional and licensing exams held at iTAS, under the same secure, proctored standards used by testing bodies worldwide - so your certification timeline stays on track.
Not sure which exam you need?
Match your goal to the right certifying body below.
- USMLE — US Medical Licensing Exam
- PMI — Project Management Institute
- DHA — Dubai Health Authority
- IFOM — Intl. Foundations of Medicine
- SCFHS — Saudi Commission for Health Specialties
- CFA — Chartered Financial Analyst
USMLE
A three-Step exam sequence - Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 3 - assessing the knowledge and skills required for safe, effective patient care. Registration for Pakistani examinees runs through ECFMG; testing is delivered at iTAS Prometric centres.
Know before you book
Eligibility & ID policy
Applications for Step 1 and Step 2 CK are routed through ECFMG for examinees from Pakistan. On test day, present one non-expired, government-issued, photo- and signature-bearing ID - the name on it must exactly match your registered name, or you'll be asked for further ID and may be turned away.
Attempt limits & retakes
You may take the same exam no more than three times within any 12-month period. A fourth attempt must be at least 12 months after your first attempt and at least 6 months after your most recent one. Steps already passed cannot be retaken to raise a score, except where required by a licensing authority.
Rescheduling & test-day issues
Prometric may cancel appointments for severe weather, outages, or technical issues - instructions to reschedule are emailed automatically. For a personal reschedule, contact Prometric (not the local centre) directly. Report any test-day problem to testadmin@nbme.org within 10 days for formal review.
Scores & passing standards
Common questions
How do I apply for the USMLE?
What forms of ID are acceptable on test day?
Can I retake a Step I already passed?
What can't I bring into the secure testing area?
Can I cancel and get a refund after submitting my application?
How do I prepare for the exam?
PMI
PMI credentials establish your dedication to and proficiency in project management. Five credentials are available and none is a prerequisite for another: CAPM, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP, PgMP, and PMP.
Credentials at a glance
Exam fees
| Credential | PMI Member | Non-member |
|---|---|---|
| PMP | US$405 | US$555 |
| CAPM | US$225 | US$300 |
| PgMP | US$1,500 | US$1,800 |
| PMI-SP | US$520 | US$670 |
| PMI-RMP | US$520 | US$670 |
ID policy
Present one non-expired, government-issued, photo- and signature-bearing ID (driver's license, passport, national ID card, or military ID). If it's missing a photo or signature, bring a secondary ID - credit card, bank/ATM card, or employee ID card - covering the gap. Your registered name must exactly match your ID.
Registration
Apply and pay through PMI's online certification system, where you can also view your application, eligibility status, audit forms, exam reports, and certification record.
Rescheduling & extenuating circumstances
Cancel or reschedule a CBT appointment at least 48 hours in advance by calling Prometric directly (not the local test centre), or online at prometric.com. If a genuine emergency causes a no-show, contact PMI Customer Care within 72 hours with supporting documents - claims are reviewed case-by-case.
Scores & disability services
Results are reported as Proficient, Moderately Proficient, or Below Proficient per domain. Certification status appears on the Online Registry only after PMI receives your results from Prometric. For accommodations due to disability, email certexamdelivery@pmi.org.
DHA
DHA's Health Regulation Department licenses qualified healthcare professionals to practise in Dubai, UAE, safeguarding the quality and safety of the emirate's healthcare services.
Know before you book
ID policy
Only a valid, original passport is accepted for the DHA exam - no other identification will be honoured. Your registered name must exactly match the name on your passport.
Registration & fees
Registration requires creating a profile on the DHA website; the full process is outlined in DHA's licensing booklet. Fees vary by specialty programme - check the current schedule on the DHA site before applying.
Rescheduling & cancellation
Cancel or reschedule by calling Regional Candidate Care or via prometric.com at least 5 full calendar days before your appointment. A US$40 fee applies to any change; cancelling with ≥5 days' notice refunds the balance minus that fee. No changes are possible within 5 days of the appointment. To retake the exam, you must re-register with DHA for a new eligibility.
Disability services
Not available - DHA does not provide accommodation testing services for this exam.
IFOM
IFOM lets medical schools and organisations worldwide benchmark student knowledge against international standards - used for progress checks, training-programme selection, national certification, and curricular benchmarking.
Know before you book
Eligibility & ID policy
Only currently enrolled medical students or medical school graduates may take the IFOM CSE or BSE, with credentials verified by ECFMG. On test day, present one non-expired, government-issued, photo- and signature-bearing ID in English (Passport or Smart CNIC) plus your Scheduling Permit.
Registration
Full registration details are provided by NBME. Visit the IFOM registration page to check current eligibility requirements and apply.
Rescheduling & cancellation
| Notice given | Fee |
|---|---|
| 31+ calendar days before test date | No fee |
| 6-30 calendar days before | US$30 |
| 5 or fewer calendar days before | US$47 |
If you cancel without rescheduling, there's no guarantee a new slot will be available in the same testing window - you may need to submit a new application and payment.
Disability services
Accommodation requests must be sent to and approved by IFOM before you register for a test requiring disability services.
SCFHS
SCFHS upgrades professional performance across Saudi Arabia's health specialties - accrediting training programmes, supervising specialty exams, and certifying qualified professionals to practise.
Know before you book
Registration & fees
Register with SCFHS first to obtain a valid eligibility number, then schedule your appointment at prometric.com. Full registration guidance is available on the SCFHS registration page.
Rescheduling & cancellation
| Notice given | Outcome |
|---|---|
| 30+ calendar days before test date | Free of charge |
| 16-30 calendar days before | US$50 fee |
| 15 or fewer calendar days before | No refund - fee forfeited |
Disability services
Not available - as per SCFHS policy, candidates with disabilities are not able to sit SCFHS exams.
CFA
The CFA Program is a three-part exam covering investment tools, asset valuation, portfolio management, and wealth planning - typically pursued by candidates with backgrounds in finance, accounting, economics, or business.
Know before you book
ID policy
Candidates must present a valid international travel passport that is an original (no photocopies), current, machine-readable, shows name/DOB/passport number/expiry, and carries a recognisable photo.
Registration & fees
Register your eligibility with CFA Institute first, then schedule via your MYCFA account or the Prometric call centre (Malaysia, for the South Asian region).
Rescheduling
Rescheduling is only possible during your scheduling window, and a rescheduling fee applies for each change made.
Scores & disability services
Computer-based (CBT) results are typically available roughly 6-7 weeks after the close of an exam window. For disability accommodations, contact CFA Institute directly - see disability accommodations for the approval process.