When considering an application for full licensure, certification, or permitting, the State Plant Board shall:

1. (1) Consider whether or not the applicant’s military training and experience is substantially similar to experience or education required for the applicable permit, certificate, or license; and
2. (2) Accept the applicant’s military training and experience in lieu of experience or education required for the applicable permit, certificate, or license if the board determines the military training and experience is a satisfactory substitute for the experience or education required for the permit, certificate, or license.