(1) Any person desiring to be licensed as a hearing aid specialist shall apply to the department on a form approved by the department.
(2) The department shall license each applicant who the board certifies:
(a) Has completed the application form and remitted the required fees;
(b) Is of good moral character;
(c) Is 18 years of age or older;
(d) Is a graduate of an accredited high school or its equivalent;
(e)1. Has met the requirements of the training program; or
2.a. Has a valid, current license as a hearing aid specialist or its equivalent from another state and has been actively practicing in such capacity for at least 12 months; or
b. Is currently certified by the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences and has been actively practicing for at least 12 months;
(f) Has passed an examination, as prescribed by board rule; and
(g) Has demonstrated, in a manner designated by rule of the board, knowledge of state laws and rules relating to the fitting and dispensing of hearing aids.
(3) A person who fails the examination may make application for reexamination to the appropriate examining entity, as prescribed by board rule.