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LA Rev Stat § 37:3354 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3354. Licensure required; qualifications

RS 3354 - Licensure required; qualifications A. No person shall practice respiratory therapy as defined in this Chapter in this state unless licensed in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter. B. In order to obtain a license to practice respiratory therapy, an applicant shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the board that he: (1) Is of good moral character. (2) Is at least eighteen years of age and a high school graduate or has the equivalent of a high school diploma. (3) Is a graduate of a respiratory therapy education program. (4)(a) Holds current credentials as a certified or registered respiratory therapist granted by the National Board for Respiratory Care or its predecessor or successor organization or equivalent credentials on the basis of examination and training approved by the board; or (b) Holds a current, unrestricted license to practice respiratory therapy issued by the licensing authority of another state, the District of Columbia, or a territory of the United States, whose requirements for licensure are considered by the board to exceed or be equivalent to those of the state of Louisiana and who otherwise meets the requirements provided by this Chapter and established by the board. (5) Has paid all fees and satisfied all requirements of this Chapter and the board's rules. C.-E. Repealed by Acts 2007, No. 142, §3. Acts 1985, No. 408, §1; Acts 2007, No. 142, §§2 and 3.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3355 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3355. Powers and duties of the board

RS 3355 - Powers and duties of the board The board shall:  (1) Establish and publish minimum standards of respiratory therapy practice in accordance with those developed and accepted by the profession. (2) Approve, deny, revoke, suspend, and renew licensure of duly qualified applicants. (3) Adopt, promulgate, revise, and enforce rules and regulations that the board may deem necessary to ensure the competency of applicants, the protection of the public, and proper administration of this Chapter in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act. (4) Conduct hearings on charges calling for the denial, suspension, revocation, or refusal to renew a license. Acts 1985, No. 408, §1; Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3356 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3356. Respiratory Care Advisory Committee; creation; duties

RS 3356 - Respiratory Care Advisory Committee; creation; duties A.(1) The Respiratory Care Advisory Committee (committee) is hereby created and shall be composed of ten members appointed by the governor to assist the board in the administration of the provisions of this Chapter. (2)(a) Six members of the committee shall be respiratory therapists licensed by the board to practice respiratory therapy in this state and selected from a list of names submitted by the Louisiana Society of Respiratory Therapy. (b) Two members of the committee shall be physicians engaged in the practice of pulmonary or critical care medicine and selected from a list of names submitted by the Louisiana State Medical Society. (c) One member of the committee shall be a hospital administrator selected from a list of names submitted by the Louisiana Hospital Association. (d) One member of the committee shall be a citizen of Louisiana who is not employed in the delivery of health care. B.(1) The nominating organizations shall submit their lists of nominees at the request of the governor. (2) Members shall serve at the pleasure of the appointing governor. Each appointment by the governor shall be submitted for Senate confirmation. C. A vacancy in an unexpired term shall be filled in the manner of original appointment. D. A majority of the members of the committee shall elect a chairman. E. The committee shall meet no less than quarterly at a time and place to be determined by the chairman of the committee. A majority of the members of the committee shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of all business. F. Each member shall receive a per diem of fifty dollars per day and be reimbursed for travel expenses incurred in attendance at meetings and other official business on behalf of the committee or the board. Such compensation shall be paid from funds derived from fees as provided in R.S. 37:3359. G. The committee shall: (1) Advise the board on issues affecting applicants for licensure and regulation of respiratory therapy in the state. (2) Provide advice and recommendations to the board regarding the modification, amendment, and supplementation of rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures for respiratory therapy licensure and practice. (3) Serve as liaison between and among the board, licensed respiratory therapists, and professional organizations. (4) Review and advise the board on issues affecting requests for temporary licenses. (5) Conduct audits on applications to ensure satisfactory completion of continuing education and competency as specified by the board's rules. (6) Perform such other functions and provide such additional advice and recommendations as may be requested by the board. Acts 1985, No. 408, §1; Acts 1989, No. 211, §1, eff. June 26, 1989; Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3357 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3357. Issuance and renewal of license

RS 3357 - Issuance and renewal of license A. The board shall issue a respiratory therapist license to any person who meets the qualifications provided for in this Chapter and the rules and regulations of the board and who pays the respective license fees fixed by the board. B. Any person who is issued a license as a respiratory therapist under the provisions of this Chapter may use the words "licensed respiratory therapist" or may use the letters "LRT" in connection with his name to denote licensure. A respiratory therapist licensed by the board, who is currently certified or registered by, and in good standing with, the National Board for Respiratory Care, may identify such credentials with his name by the title "licensed respiratory therapist-certified" or "licensed respiratory therapist-registered" or the letters "LRT-C" or "LRT-R". C. A license issued under the provisions of this Chapter shall be subject to annual renewal and shall expire and become null and void unless renewed in the manner prescribed by the board. Acts 1985, No. 408, §1; Acts 1989, No. 211, §1, eff. June 26, 1989; Acts 1995, No. 802, §1; Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3357.1 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3357.1. Continuing education requirement

RS 3357.1 - Continuing education requirement A. Every applicant for license renewal shall have completed in the prior twelve months at least ten hours of continuing education courses that are approved by the board in consultation with the Respiratory Care Advisory Committee. B. The board shall develop and maintain appropriate rules to reflect the annual continuing education requirement. The committee, at the direction of the board, shall further conduct regular audits to verify that applicants have fulfilled the continuing education requirement. Any applicant found to have submitted insufficient or false information relative to this requirement, within ninety days after being requested to do so, shall submit documentation verifying that he has fulfilled this requirement. The board shall suspend the license of any respiratory therapist who fails to provide such documentation within such time. Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3357.2 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3357.2. Reinstatement of license

RS 3357.2 - Reinstatement of license A license that has expired without renewal may be reinstated by the board, provided the applicant is otherwise eligible under the provisions of this Chapter, pays the applicable fees, and satisfies the continuing education requirement and such other requirements as may be established by the board. Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3357.3 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3357.3. Temporary license

RS 3357.3 - Temporary license A. The board may issue a six-month temporary license as a respiratory therapist to persons who have completed a respiratory therapy education program, applied for and are awaiting examination with the National Board for Respiratory Care, and filed an application for licensure with the board. A temporary license shall expire and become null and void upon the earlier of: (1) The date on which the board acts on the application following notification of the successful completion of the examination; or (2) Six months from the date of issuance. B. A temporary license shall not be renewable and may be restricted or limited by the board. Exceptions may be made at the discretion of the board based upon an appeal identifying extenuating circumstances. Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3357.4 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3357.4. Work permit

RS 3357.4 - Work permit A. The board may grant a work permit to practice respiratory therapy, effective for a period of sixty days, to either of the following: (1) An applicant currently credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care who has filed an application for licensure with the board. (2) A graduate of a respiratory therapy educational program who has applied for and is awaiting examination by the National Board of Respiratory Care and who has filed an application for licensure with the board. B. A work permit may not be renewed. Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3359 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3359. Fees

RS 3359 - Fees The board, under its authority established in R.S. 37:1281, shall fix fees for the purpose of administering the provisions of this Chapter in a manner established by its rules. Acts 1985, No. 408, §1; Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3360 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3360. False representation of licensure prohibited

RS 3360 - False representation of licensure prohibited A. Any person who is not licensed under the provisions of this Chapter or whose license has been suspended or revoked shall not engage in the practice of respiratory therapy in this state or use in connection with his name the words "licensed respiratory therapist", the letters "LRT", or any other words, letters, abbreviation, or insignia indicating in any way, directly or by implication, that he is a licensed respiratory therapist. B. Whoever violates the provisions of this Chapter shall be fined not more than one thousand dollars or be imprisoned for not more than six months, or both. Acts 1985, No. 408, §1; Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3361 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3361. Persons and practices not affected

RS 3361 - Persons and practices not affected  Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed as preventing or restricting the practice, services, or activities of:  (1) Any person licensed in this state by any other law from engaging in the profession or occupation for which he is licensed. (2) Any person employed as a respiratory therapist by the United States government if such person provides respiratory therapy solely under the direction or control of the United States governmental organization by which he is employed. (3) Any student pursuing a course of study in an approved respiratory therapy education program, provided that such respiratory therapy practices, activities, and services are necessary to meet the requirements of the program. Any such student shall be referred to as a "student respiratory therapist" and shall use the letters "SRT" during clinical training to denote his status as a student or trainee. (4) Any person not licensed as a respiratory therapist who may be employed in a pulmonary testing laboratory or physician's office, provided such practice is confined to that laboratory or office under the direction and immediate supervision of a licensed physician. Acts 1985, No. 408, §1; Acts 1989, No. 211, §1, eff. June 26, 1989; Acts 2007, No. 142, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3371 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3371. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3371 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3372 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3372. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3372 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3373 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3373. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3373 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3374 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3374. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3374 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3375 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3375. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3375 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3376 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3376. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3376 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3376.1 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3376.1. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3376.1 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3377 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3377. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3377 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3378 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3378. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3378 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3379 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3379. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3379 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3380 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3380. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3380 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3381 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3381. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3381 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3382 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3382. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3382 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3383 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3383. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3383 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3384 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3384. Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.

RS 3384 - Repealed by Acts 2004, No. 803, §5, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3386 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3386. Short title

RS 3386 - Short title This Chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Addictive Disorders Practice Act". Acts 2004, No. 803, §3, eff. July 8, 2004.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3387.4 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3387.4. Addiction treatment assistant

RS 3387.4 - Addiction treatment assistant  A. An addiction treatment assistant is a paraprofessional who serves in a supportive role within the therapeutic process. The addiction treatment assistant shall work under the direct supervision of a licensed, certified, or registered counselor in a manner prescribed by the board.  B. The board shall adopt and promulgate rules which govern addiction treatment assistants in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter.  C. Any person seeking to be recognized by the board as an addiction treatment assistant shall submit an application to the board on a form and in a manner as the board shall prescribe. The initial application form shall be accompanied by an initial application fee as provided for in this Chapter.  D. Upon investigation of the application, the board shall, within thirty days, notify each candidate that the application is satisfactory and accepted or unsatisfactory and rejected. If an application is rejected, the notice shall state the reason for such rejection.  E. The board shall recognize as an addiction treatment assistant each candidate who:  (1) Is a legal resident of the United States and at least sixteen years of age on the date the application is received.  (2) Is not in violation of any ethical standards subscribed to by the board.  (3) Is not and has not been a substance abuser or compulsive gambler during the previous six months from the date the application is received.  (4) Has not been convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty or a plea of nolo contendere to, a felony. However, the board may, in its discretion, waive this requirement upon review of the individual‛s circumstances. Each candidate, or at least one parent or legal guardian of a candidate in the case of an unemancipated minor, shall sign a form prescribed by the board authorizing the board to obtain a criminal history or to conduct a criminal background check.  (5) Signs a form of professional and ethical accountability and responsibility as prescribed by the board.  (6) Provides three letters of recommendation as prescribed by the board.  Acts 2004, No. 803, §3, eff. July 8, 2004; Acts 2018, No. 206, §3; Acts 2020, No. 328, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3387.7 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3387.7. Repealed by Acts 2006, No. 427, §3.

RS 3387.7 - Repealed by Acts 2006, No. 427, §3.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3387.8 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3387.8. Repealed by Acts 2006, No. 427, §3.

RS 3387.8 - Repealed by Acts 2006, No. 427, §3.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3387.9 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3387.9. Repealed by Acts 2006, No. 427, §3.

RS 3387.9 - Repealed by Acts 2006, No. 427, §3.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3387.13 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3387.13. Repealed by Acts 2020, No. 328, §3.

RS 3387.13 - Repealed by Acts 2020, No. 328, §3.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3387.14 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3387.14. Certified prevention supervisor

RS 3387.14 - Certified prevention supervisor  A. The legislature finds that prevention is an effective and necessary component in the continuum of addictive disorder treatment and services. In order to better provide for the health and welfare of the citizens of this state, the legislature desires to enhance the profession of prevention by providing for a qualified workforce in sufficient numbers to meet the needs of Louisiana and to contribute to the development of healthy communities within the state. The legislature finds prevention supervision to be essential for the ongoing development of a qualified workforce sufficient to meet the present and anticipated public health needs of the state.  B. The board shall adopt and promulgate rules which shall provide for the certification of prevention supervisors in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter.  C. Any person seeking to be recognized by the board as a certified prevention supervisor shall submit an application on a form and in a manner prescribed by the board. The application shall be accompanied by a fee of not less than one hundred dollars nor more than three hundred dollars. The fee for renewal shall be not less than one hundred dollars nor more than three hundred dollars.  D. Upon investigation of the application, the board shall, within thirty days, notify each candidate that the application is satisfactory and accepted or unsatisfactory and rejected. If an application is rejected, the notice shall state the reason for such rejection.  E. The board shall recognize as a certified prevention supervisor each candidate who:  (1) Holds a valid and current credential as a licensed or certified prevention professional.  (2) Is not in violation of any ethical standards subscribed to by the board.  (3) Does not have any pending disciplinary action with the board.  (4) Is not a defendant in any pending felony criminal proceedings.  (5) Has not been convicted of or entered a plea of guilty or a plea of nolo contendere to a felony. However, the board may, in its discretion, waive this requirement upon review of the individual's circumstances. Each candidate shall provide a certified criminal history.  (6) Satisfies such other requirements as the board may establish, including but not limited to receiving specialized training, obtaining specialized experience, and passing an examination. In the event the board requires an examination, the fee for administering the examination shall be in an amount sufficient to cover the cost of administering the examination, but shall not be less than fifty dollars nor more than two hundred dollars.  Acts 2006, No. 427, §2; Acts 2018, No. 206, §3; Acts 2020, No. 328, §2.
LA Rev Stat § 37:3388 (2021)
2021 Louisiana Laws|Revised Statutes|Title 37 - Professions and Occupations|§3388. License, certification, registration renewal

RS 3388 - License, certification, registration renewal  A. Each licensed, certified, and registered addiction counselor shall renew his credentials every two years.  B. Within the two-year period provided for in Subsection A of this Section, each licensed, certified, and registered addiction counselor shall provide to the board documentation of successfully completing forty-eight board-approved continuing educational hours.  C. The documentation required by Subsection B of this Section shall be provided on a form and in a manner prescribed by the board.  Acts 2004, No. 803, §3, eff. July 8, 2004; Acts 2020, No. 328, §2.