The Department shall, subject to the provisions of this Act, exercise the following functions, powers, and duties :
(1) Authorize examinations to ascertain the fitness and qualifications of applicants for licensure and pass upon the qualifications of applicants for licensure by endorsement.(2) Adopt rules required for the administration of this Act .(3) Formulate rules required for the administration of this Act.(4) Conduct hearings on proceedings to refuse to issue or renew licenses, or to revoke, suspend, place on probation, or reprimand persons licensed under this Act .(5) Issue licenses to those who meet the requirements of this Act .(6) Conduct investigations related to possible violations of this Act.Amended by P.A. 101-0311,§ 10, eff. 8/9/2019.Amended by P.A. 096-0682,§ 15, eff. 8/25/2009. P.A. 91-580, eff. 1-1-00.