18VAC50-30-25: Application procedures

A. All applicants seeking licensure or certification must submit an application with the appropriate fee specified in 18VAC50-30-90. Application must be made on forms provided by the board or the board's agent.

1. By submitting the application to the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, the applicant certifies that the applicant has read and understands the applicable statutes and the board's regulations.

2. The receipt of an application and the deposit of the fees by the board do not indicate approval of the application by the board.

B. The board may make further inquiries and investigations with respect to the applicant's qualifications to confirm or amplify information supplied. All applications must be completed in accordance with the instructions contained in this section and on the application. Applications will not be considered complete until all required documents are received by the board.

C. The applicant will be notified of receipt of initial application if the application is incomplete. An individual who fails to complete the application process within 12 months of receipt of the application in the board's office must submit a new application.

D. The applicant must immediately report all changes in information supplied with the application, if applicable, prior to the issuance of the license or certificate or expiration of the application.