(a) Within a reasonable time after an application to practice the science of embalming or to engage in the business of funeral directing is filed with the State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, the board shall give the applicant a written examination to test the applicant's competency to act as an embalmer or a funeral director, or both.
(b) If on examination the board finds that an applicant possesses a knowledge of funeral directing or the science of embalming, sanitation, and disinfection, or both, and meets the qualifications prescribed in this subchapter, the board shall issue the applicant a certificate authorizing him or her to engage in the business of funeral directing or to practice the science of embalming, or both, if the applicant has submitted a complete application under subsection (a) of this section and attached the fee as prescribed in § 17-29-208.
(c) The certificate shall be signed by the President and Secretary-treasurer of the State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors and shall have the official seal affixed.
(d) Every license holder shall maintain his or her license in a convenient place in his or her office or place of business.