§ 17-107-301. Orthotists

AR Code § 17-107-301 (2018) (N/A)
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(a) An applicant for a license to practice orthotics shall submit to the Arkansas Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics Advisory Board written evidence verified by oath that the applicant:

(1) Possesses a baccalaureate degree or has completed semester hours equivalent to four (4) years of study at a four-year college or university;

(2) Has completed an orthotic education program;

(3) Has completed a clinical residency in orthotics;

(4) Is qualified to practice in accordance with commonly accepted standards of orthotic care; and

(5) Satisfies any other requirements established by the board that are reasonably related to the practice of orthotics.

(b) The board may issue a license to practice orthotics to an applicant:

(1) By examination, if the applicant passes an examination approved by the board; or

(2) By endorsement, if the applicant has been licensed as an orthotist under the laws of another state, territory, or foreign country and meets the qualifications required of orthotists in this state.