Nursing Regulations in the State of Qatar

Scope of Practice for nursing levels refers to the activities that Registered General Nurses, Registered Midwives (RM), Clinical nurse specialist (CNS) and Nurse Practitioners (NP) are educated and authorized to perform. These activities are established through the definition of nursing practice and are complemented by standards, limits, and conditions set at the national level.

This document contains information about the regulations, requirements and scope of practice for the below mentioned scopes in the state of Qatar:

  • Registered General Nurses (RGN)

  • Registered Midwives (RM)

  • Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

  • Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Registration & Licensing Department in Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners (QCHP) regulates the practice of healthcare workers in the governmental and private health care institution in the state of Qatar. In addition, its responsible for registration and licensing of those healthcare practitioners who wish to work in the healthcare institution in the State of Qatar. Our objective is assuring the quality of the provided healthcare services for the citizens and residents in the state of Qatar.

Section 1 - Registration Requirements

Article 1.1 - Professional Levels and National Registration Requirements

The Registered General Nurse (RGN)

Criteria