An applicant who is currently or was previously credentialed in another state or jurisdiction may qualify for licensure in Washington state. To be considered for licensure:

(1) The applicant shall submit to the department:

(a) A completed application on forms provided by the department;

(b) Proof of meeting the education requirements in WAC 246-928-520 or subsection (4) of this section; and

(c) A fee as specified in WAC 246-928-990.

(2) The applicant shall comply with the examination requirements in WAC 246-928-540 or subsection (4) of this section.

(3) The applicant shall request written verification directly from all states in which the applicant is or was credentialed, attesting that the applicant has or had a license in good standing and is not subject to charges or disciplinary action for unprofessional conduct or impairment.

(4) Applicants who have completed at least a two-year program recognized by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) in their current list, or any previous lists, and have passed the CSRT registry examination; or have been issued a registration by the CSRT are considered to have met the educational and examination requirements in this chapter. Canadian applicants are required to submit verification directly from CSRT, as well as all of the information listed above for applicants licensed in another jurisdiction.