1. (1) An initial applicant with an expired license in a different state who has not practiced for less than three years must comply with the requirements for licensure as specified in chapter 18.59 RCW and this chapter.

2. (2) An initial applicant with an expired license in a different state who has not practiced for three or more years but less than five years from date of application must comply with the requirements for licensure as specified in chapter 18.59 RCW and this chapter and submit proof to the department of:

   1. (a) Completion of 24 hours of continued competency as described in WAC 246-847-065 for the previous two-year period; and
   2. (b) Completion of any additional requirements as required by the board.

3. (3) An initial applicant with an expired license in a different state who has not practiced for five or more years from date of application must comply with the requirements for licensure as specified in chapter 18.59 RCW and this chapter and submit proof to the department of:

   1. (a) Completion of 24 hours of continued competency as described in WAC 246-847-065 for the previous two-year period;
   2. (b) Completion of a board-approved reentry program; and

   3. (c) In addition to these requirements, the applicant has the choice of:

      1. (i) Completion of extended course work preapproved by the board; or
      2. (ii) Successfully retaking and passing the examinations specified in WAC 246-847-080;
   4. (d) Completion of any additional requirements as required by the board.
4. (4) The applicant may be required to appear before the board for oral interview.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.59.130. WSR 26-01-101, s 246-847-067, filed 12/16/25, effective 1/16/26; WSR 20-01-102, § 246-847-067, filed 12/13/19, effective 5/15/20.]