(A) An acupuncture license issued under this article must be renewed biennially if the person holding the license:

1. (1) submits a completed license renewal application as prescribed by the board;
2. (2) submits the applicable fees provided for in Section 40-47-800;
3. (3) is not in violation of this article at the time of application for renewal;
4. (4) fulfills requirements for continuing education and professional development, as prescribed by the board in regulation;
5. (5) remains actively certified by the NCCAOM.

(B) An auricular therapist or auricular detoxification specialist license issued under this article must be renewed biennially if the person holding the license:

1. (1) submits a completed license renewal application prescribed by the board;
2. (2) submits the applicable fees provided for in Section 40-47-800;
3. (3) is not in violation of this article or any regulation promulgated under this article at the time of application for renewal;
4. (4) fulfills requirements for continuing education and professional development as prescribed by the board in regulation;
5. (5) remains active in the practice of auricular therapy or auricular detoxification.