Ala. Admin. Code r. 798-X-5-.03

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 798-X-5-.03 - Licensure By Special Training

(1) The applicant for licensure by special training shall be at least 18 years old, be a high school graduate or have the equivalent of a high school diploma, and shall submit to the Board a completed application and the required fee(s).

(2) An official school transcript shall be submitted to the Board and shall indicate the date of completion of the program and/or date degree/certificate was conferred.

(3) The applicant for licensure by special training shall show proof of special training that is equal to, or superior to, standards established for respiratory therapy educational programs in Alabama.

(4) The applicant shall correct any educational deficiencies by taking additional courses, as directed by the Board.

(5) If the Board determines that the applicant is eligible to take a licensing exam, the applicant shall be required to take and pass the licensing exam.

(6) Fees for licensure by special training shall include all fees established for application for an initial license, plus a $100 examination fee, plus the cost of the examination imposed by the NBRC or other examination agency selected for the administration of the licensure examination.

(7) Licenses which are issued by special training shall be dated to begin at the date the license is issued, but set to expire at the next established renewal date.

Author: The Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy

Ala. Admin. Code r. 798-X-5-.03

New Rule: Filed May 16, 2005; refilled August 10, 2005; effective September 14, 2005.

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, §§ 34-27B-1 thru 34-27B-17.