Section 43-34-147. (For effective date of repeal, see note.) Temporary permits

   Upon payment of a fee determined by the board, a temporary permit may be issued to practice respiratory care:

   (1) For a period of 12 months to an applicant for certification under Code Section 43-34-148 providing that applicant presents written evidence verified by oath that the applicant was certified, licensed, or practicing respiratory care within the last 12 months in another state; or

   (2) To a person who is a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or the equivalent thereof as accepted by the board, pending completion of the other requirements for certification under this article.

Code 1981, § 43-34-147.1, enacted by Ga. L. 1993, p. 1497, § 5; Ga. L. 2002, p. 415, § 43; Code 1981, § 43-34-147, as redesignated by Ga. L. 2009, p. 859, § 1/HB 509.