- (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
Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§34-27B-1 thru 34-27B-17.
History: New Rule: Filed May 16, 2005; refilled August 10, 2005; effective September 14, 2005.