(a) A person holding a valid license as an embalmer or funeral director in another state, United States territory, or provincial authority for an appropriate time as determined by the State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors may apply for a license to practice in this state as an embalmer or a funeral director, or both.

(b)

(1) An application shall be made by filing with the Secretary-treasurer of the State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors or the Executive Secretary of the State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors a certified statement from the secretary of the examining board of the state, United States territory, or provincial authority in which the applicant holds his or her license, showing the basis upon which the license was issued.

(2) Upon receipt of the application and fee, the secretary-treasurer of the board or the executive director of the board may issue a temporary working number that is valid for one (1) year from the date of issuance.

(c)

(1) To obtain a license, the applicant shall pass an exam to prove his or her proficiency, including knowledge of the laws and rules of this state pertaining to funeral service.

(2) After the application is submitted, the exam may be scheduled with an exam provider by mail or electronic means as determined by the board.

(3) If the board is satisfied with the proficiency of the applicant, upon receipt of the prescribed fees in § 17-29-208, a license may be granted.

(4) Failure to meet testing requirements shall result in revocation of the temporary working number, and the applicant shall reapply and pay the appropriate fee to be licensed under this subchapter.