R4-15-203. Application for a License by Reciprocity

Refer to the Substantive Policy Statements for Reciprocity on the homepage

1. An applicant for a license by reciprocity shall meet the requirements in A.R.S. § 32-4223 and:
   1. Submit an application packet that contains the information in R4-15-201 (B)(1)(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (i), (j), (k), (m),(n), (B)(2), and photograph required by R4-15-201 (B) (1) (f) and
      1. If the applicant wishes to demonstrate that the applicant meets the requirements in A.R.S § 32-4223 (A)(l), the name of each state where the applicant was licensed continuously for five years immediately before the date of the application;
      2. If the applicant wishes to demonstrate that the applicant meets the requirements in A.R.S. § 32-4223(A)(2),Whether the applicant holds a current certification from the NCBTMB OR another agency that meets the standards of the National Commission for Certifying Agencies; and 
      3. A notarized statement, signed by the applicant, stating that: the information on the application form is true and correct;
   2. If the applicant wishes to demonstrate that the applicant meets the requirements in A.R.S § 32-4223 (A)(l),  arrange to have a verification of a license or certificate in a jurisdiction in another state sent directly to the Board from the jurisdiction including:
      1. The license or certificate number issued to the applicant by the jurisdiction,
      2. Whether the jurisdiction has instituted disciplinary proceedings against the applicant or has unresolved complaints pending against the applicant and
      3. Whether the license or certificate is in good standing.
   3. If the applicant wishes to demonstrate that the applicant meets the requirements in A.R.S. § 32-4223(A)(2), arrange to have:
            a.   A verification of certification as a massage therapist sent directly to the Board from the NCBTMB or bodywork or other agency that meets the standards of the National Commission for Certifying Agencies; and
            b.   Academic transcripts from the Board-recognized school from which the applicant completed the course of study;
   4. Submit a completed and legible fingerprint card; and
   5. Submit the fee required in R4-15-102.