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S.C. Code Ann. § 40-37-40 – Powers and duties of board; seal | Midpage
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South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 40
Chapter 37
§ 40-37-40
S.C. Code Ann. § 40-37-40
Powers and duties of board; seal
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(A) The board shall:
(1) determine the eligibility of applicants for examination and licensure as optometrists;
(2) prescribe the subjects, character, and manner of licensing examinations;
(3) adopt a code of professional ethics appropriate to the profession of optometry;
(4) evaluate and set criteria for continuing education course hours and programs;
(5) conduct hearings on alleged violations by licensees of this chapter or regulations promulgated under this chapter;
(6) discipline persons licensed under this chapter; and
(7) promulgate regulations in accordance with the South Carolina Administrative Procedures Act.
(B) The board may adopt an official seal and may adopt bylaws governing its proceedings.