A.  In order to obtain a permit as a polysomnographic technician, the applicant must demonstrate the following:

(1)  The applicant is of good moral character.

(2)  The applicant has passed the certification examination offered by BRPT or has completed an educational program accredited by CAAHEP.

B.  The permit shall be valid for the lesser of twelve months or the date on which the requirements of La. Rev. Stat. 37:2865 are met.

C.  The permit shall be renewable only once if the applicant fails the examination or if the applicant fails to take the qualifying examination; however, the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners may adopt rules and regulations for certain exceptions to the provisions of this Subsection due to extenuating circumstances.

D.  The permit shall entitle the individual to use the initials “PSGT-E”.

Acts 2005, No. 272, §1, eff. June 29, 2005; Acts 2012, No. 678, §1.