§2284. Foreign-trained applicants
Foreign-trained applicants are subject to the provisions of this section.
[PL 1997, c. 294, §11 (RPR).]
1.
Approval.
Applicants must receive approval for their educational programs, supervised fieldwork and English language proficiency, based on standards set by NBCOT.
[PL 1997, c. 294, §11 (NEW).]
2.
Character references.
[PL 2019, c. 287, §15 (RP).]
3.
Examination.
Applicants for licensure as occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants must pass an examination as provided for in section 2280‑A.
[PL 1997, c. 294, §11 (NEW).]
4.
Certification.
Applicants, except those applying within 3 months of having taken the certification examination who have their examination scores sent directly to the board, must submit a verification of certification form, provided by either the board or NBCOT. All forms must be completed and signed by NBCOT.
[PL 1997, c. 294, §11 (NEW).]
5.
Fee.
Applicants must pay the application and license fees as set under section 2285.
[PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. L, §9 (AMD).]
6.
Temporary license.
Foreign-trained applicants must receive approval to sit for the examination from NBCOT in order to be eligible for a temporary license.
[PL 1997, c. 294, §11 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 746, §2 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 294, §11 (RPR). PL 2007, c. 402, Pt. L, §9 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 287, §15 (AMD).