Every health technician registered with SCFHS needs 20 CME hours in each two-year registration period. That includes nursing, laboratory, pharmacy and radiology technicians. Four accredited 5-hour courses cover it, and the 20-hour bundle costs SAR 195.
Which technicians do the SCFHS CME hours rules cover?
SCFHS sets continuing education hours by your professional category. If your registration lists you as a technician, your target is 20 hours, whatever department you work in. The common technician titles include:
Nursing technicians
Technician-level nursing staff on wards, clinics and emergency departments.
Lab technicians
Technicians in clinical and hospital laboratories.
Pharmacy technicians
Technicians working alongside pharmacists.
Radiology technicians
Technicians in imaging and radiology departments.
A four-course plan
Twenty hours is the most manageable target SCFHS sets, but it still needs a plan, because shifts and family life fill the weeks quickly. These paces all fit comfortably inside 6 months of access:
| Pace | When it suits you | Time to 20 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 course a month | Early in your two-year period | About 4 months |
| 1 course every 2 weeks | A few months before renewal | About 2 months |
| 1 course a week | Renewal is close | About 4 weeks |
From course to record
- Confirm in Mumaris Plus that you are classified as a technician and check the hours still due.
- Choose the 20-hour bundle and start your first course.
- Complete each course and its assessment.
- Download each certificate from your dashboard.
- Mulhim posts the hours to your record within 24 to 48 business hours.
- Check your CPD record before you apply to renew.
Why a small target still slips
Because 20 hours sounds light, it is easy to leave it to the last month. Then a run of night shifts, a family trip or a busy season at work takes the time you planned to use. Starting with one course early in your period removes most of that risk, and the remaining three courses become routine rather than a rush.
Four technicians, four starting points
| Who | Posted so far | Still due | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lab technician | 5 | 15 | 3 courses. The 20-hour bundle covers it with one course spare. |
| Pharmacy technician | 0 | 20 | 4 courses, one every two weeks |
| Radiology technician, renewal in 5 weeks | 0 | 20 | 4 courses, one a week, then a week for posting |
| Nursing technician | 20 | 0 | Nothing to buy. Check the record and apply when the window opens. |
The last row matters as much as the others. Some technicians reach 20 through hospital activities without noticing, then buy a bundle out of habit. Open Mumaris Plus before you spend anything. If you finish above 20, the extra shows as a balance, as shown in Mumaris Plus.
Mistakes technicians make with a 20-hour target
- Following the plan of a specialist colleague and buying 40 hours.
- Assuming a hospital lecture counted. It counts only if the activity was accredited and posted. If something is missing, contact the provider first, then raise a Tawasul ticket with the provider name, the activity approval number and the date.
- Finishing all four courses in the final week and applying before they are posted.
Allied health technicians outside these four fields can read the wider guide on SCFHS CME requirements for technicians and allied health. To compare your target with other professions, the lookup of SCFHS CME hours by profession lists them side by side.
The dates around your renewal
Your registration lasts two years. You can apply to renew three months before it ends, and a late fine applies from 31 days after it ends. If the required hours are not complete, SCFHS can renew for one year instead of two, and only once. Finishing your 20 hours early keeps your full renewal.
The 20-hour bundle
Every Mulhim course is SCFHS accredited and carries 5 CME hours, and Mulhim is fully accredited. The 20-hour bundle holds four courses for SAR 195, with 6 months of access and certificates in your dashboard.
Close to your renewal date and worried about your hours? Talk to us.
Talk to usFrequently asked questions
How many CME hours does a technician need for SCFHS renewal?
Every technician classification needs 20 hours in each two-year registration period.
Does a nursing technician need the same as a registered nurse?
No. A nursing technician needs 20 hours. A registered nurse is a specialist and needs 40.
How many courses make 20 hours?
Four Mulhim courses, because each accredited course carries 5 hours.
How long do I have to finish?
The 20-hour bundle gives you 6 months of access.
When will my hours appear in Mumaris Plus?
Mulhim posts your hours within 24 to 48 business hours after you complete each course.
Source: SCFHS Mumaris Plus frequently asked questions. Always confirm your own target in your Mumaris Plus account. Medically reviewed by Dr. Abdullah Alsaiari, Medical Editorial Board Member.
