(a) One (1) or more persons may incorporate a professional corporation by delivering to the secretary of state for filing a charter that states:
(1) It is a professional corporation; and
(2) Its purpose is to render the specified professional services.
(b) A corporation incorporated under a general law of this state whose charter has not been repealed by this part may elect professional corporation status by amending its charter to comply with subsection (a) and § 48-101-609.