(a) The board shall issue a veterinary technician license to a person who is qualified under this section. A person is qualified to be licensed as a licensed veterinary technician if the person:
(1) passes a jurisprudence examination conducted by the board in accordance with Section 801.264;
(2) is at least 18 years old;
(3) has graduated from a program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association;
(4) has passed the Veterinary Technician National Examination; and
(5) is not disqualified under this chapter or board rule.
(b) An applicant for a veterinary technician license must submit to the board:
(1) an application on the form prescribed by the board;
(2) information to enable the board to conduct a criminal background check if required by the board; and
(3) any other information required by the board.