Current through 2024, ch. 69
Section 61-34-9 - Requirements for licensureA. The board shall issue a license as a community signed language interpreter to a person who: (1) files a completed application that is accompanied by the required fees; and(2) submits satisfactory evidence that the person:(a) has reached the age of majority;(b) is of good moral character;(c) has completed all educational requirements established by the board; and(d) holds certification under a nationally recognized signed language interpreters organization or by an equivalent organization as defined by rule of the board.B. The board shall issue a license as an educational signed language interpreter to a person who: (1) files a completed application that is accompanied by the required fees; and(2) submits satisfactory evidence that the person:(a) has reached the age of majority;(b) is of good moral character;(c) has completed all educational requirements established by the board; and(d) provides evidence of passing a skill assessment exam as established by rule.C. The board shall issue a one-time, five-year provisional license to a person not meeting the community signed language interpreter or educational signed language interpreter requirements for licensure as a signed language interpreter pursuant to the Signed Language Interpreting Practices Act [Chapter 61, Article 34 NMSA 1978] if the person: (1) has completed an interpreter education program or interpreter preparation program; or(2) is employed as a community signed language interpreter or an educational signed language interpreter at the time that act becomes effective.Repealed effective 7/1/2014.