(1) An applicant for licensure as a genetic counselor who is currently licensed under the laws of another state shall file an application with the department and submit:
(a) Documentation verifying that the applicant meets the education requirements under WAC
246-825-060;
(b) Documentation that the applicant holds an unrestricted active license to practice as a genetic counselor in another state;
(c) Proof of passing the ABGC certification examination or the ABMG general genetics and genetic counseling specialty examinations or the ABMG clinical genetics specialty or subspecialty certification examinations;
(d) Any other written declarations or documentation, as required by the secretary; and
(2) The secretary may examine an endorsement application to determine whether the licensing standards of the other state are substantially equivalent to the licensing standards in Washington state.
(3) An endorsement applicant may also apply for a temporary practice permit as established under WAC
246-12-050.