Sec. 6. (a) A person desiring to engage in the practice of architecture:
(1) shall apply to the board for a certificate of registration in compliance with this chapter;
(2) shall submit evidence to the board that the person is qualified to engage in the practice of architecture in compliance with the requirements of this chapter, including evidence that the person:
(A) graduated with a professional degree from a school or college of architecture accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board, Inc., or its successor;
(B) successfully completed the required examination; and
(C) successfully completed the intern development program required under section 7.5 of this chapter; and
(3) must not have been convicted of:
(A) an act that would constitute a ground for disciplinary sanction under IC 25-1-11; or
(B) a felony that has direct bearing on the applicant's ability to practice competently.
(b) The application for a certificate of registration shall be:
(1) made on a form prescribed and furnished by the board;
(2) verified; and
(3) accompanied by a fee established by the board under IC 25-1-8-2.