a) An applicant for licensure as a licensed professional music therapist who is licensed under the laws of another state shall file an application on forms provided by the Division. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. The application shall include:

1. 1) A certification from the jurisdiction of original licensure and current licensure stating:

A) The date of issuance and status of the license; and

1. B) Whether the records of the licensing authority contain any record of any disciplinary actions taken or pending.

2) Proof of the following:

1. A) Official transcript and diploma or official transcript and certification of graduation that complies with Section 1316.15(a)(1) or (b); and
2. B) Certification of previous successful completion of an examination that is the same or similar to the examination as provided for in Section 1316.25. If the applicant does not meet this requirement, the applicant must successfully complete the examination provided for in Section 1316.25.

3) The fee required in Section 1316.55.

1. b) The Division shall examine each endorsement application to determine whether the requirements in the other state at the date of licensing were substantially equivalent to the requirements of the Act and this Part.