Tenn. Code Ann. § 63-13-203: Determining qualifications of applicants - Granting licenses and permits

(a) In determining the qualifications of an applicant for licensure as an occupational therapist or as an occupational therapy assistant, only a majority vote of the board of occupational therapy shall be required.

(b) Licenses and permits issued by the board shall be granted by the board as provided in § 63-13-204 .