2006 Louisiana Laws - RS 37:2404 — Application for license

§2404.  Application for license

A.  An applicant for a license as a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant shall file a written application on forms provided by the board together with the license fee required by R.S. 37:2406.  The applicant shall present evidence satisfactory to the board of his qualifications as required by R.S. 37:2403.  

B.(1)  Upon determination of the board, a person qualified to take the examination for licensure under this Chapter may be issued a temporary permit until the next examination meeting of the board.  

(2)  A person who fails the examination for licensure may continue to practice under a temporary license until the next scheduled examination.

(3)  Upon failure of the second examination, the temporary license shall expire and shall be surrendered to the board.  

(4)  The person holding a temporary license may practice only under the direction of a licensed physical therapist who shall give periodic supervision and instruction that is adequate to insure the safety and welfare of the patient.  The supervision requirement shall be effective on and after January 1, 1984.  

Added by Acts 1966, No. 68, §1.  Acts 1983, No. 555, §1; Acts 1992, No. 731, §1.