An applicant who holds national certification as a registered respiratory therapist from the National Board of Respiratory Care, or its predecessor organization, may be granted Washington licensure upon proof of current national certification in good standing that meets all of the requirements in RCW 18.130.077(3). The applicant shall submit to the department:

(1) An application on forms provided by the department;

(2) Proof of national certification;

(3) Proof of compliance with RCW 18.130.077(3); and

(4) The appropriate licensing fees required under WAC 246-928-990.