How to Obtain a Healthcare Professional License in Sweden for Doctors and Nurses
Are you a healthcare professional educated outside the EU/EEA aspiring to practice medicine in Sweden? This video provides a step-by-step guide on obtaining a Swedish medical license. Make sure to watch until the end to ensure a smooth transition into the Swedish healthcare system.
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Apply for licence here:- legitimation.socialstyrelsen.se/en/licence-application/
Send your application and all documents to:
Socialstyrelsen
Behörighet
106 30 Stockholm
You can also send your application by e-mail. All attachments must then be in PDF format.
socialstyrelsen@socialstyrelsen.se
Do you have questions about how to apply?
Telephone: 075-247 30 00
Telephone hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-11
E-mail: fragoromansokan@socialstyrelsen.se
1. Assessment of Education:
The first step in the process involves having your academic and clinical background assessed by the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare (Socialstyrelsen). Learn about the detailed requirements on their official website.
2. Taking Proficiency Test:
Once your education has been assessed, the next step is to take a proficiency test. The test will determine whether your proficiency meets the requirements for successfully completing the remaining steps. The test is administered in Swedish and you will have to know Swedish in order to pass the test.
3. Swedish Law and Regulation Course:
Familiarize yourself with the laws and regulations of the Swedish healthcare sector. Understand the responsibilities and requirements through courses designed for healthcare professionals.
4. Undergo Clinical Training:
Clinical training is a crucial step towards specialist competence. Discover how the training is structured, especially if you have a certificate of specialist qualification from your home country. Note the changes implemented after July 1, 2021, including the mandatory introductory training period.
5. Pay and Apply for License:
After completing the necessary steps, you can then proceed to pay the required fees and submit your application for a Swedish medical license. Get insights into the application process and important details to ensure a successful application.
Additional Information:
Recognition of specialist qualifications
Learning Swedish: Courses and alternatives
Immigration regulations: Study or work permit for non-EU/EEA citizens
Remember, practicing medicine in Sweden comes with the responsibility of having sufficient knowledge of the Swedish language and understanding the healthcare legislation. Whether you're in Uppsala, Stockholm, Gothenburg, or Lund, this video aims to guide you through the essential steps for a seamless transition into the Swedish healthcare system.
For further details and resources, check the official websites of the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare (Socialstyrelsen) and the Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket).
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