The board cannot issue more than how many temporary licenses to the same applicant within a 12 month period?

The board adheres to specific regulations regarding the issuance of temporary licenses to ensure that applicants are adequately prepared and qualified for practice. In Arizona, the regulations stipulate that an individual cannot receive more than two temporary licenses within a 12-month period. This limit is in place to maintain quality control and ensure that practitioners do not rely on temporary licenses for an extended period, thereby promoting a standard of care and ensuring that individuals are progressing towards permanent licensure.

Issuing only two temporary licenses allows the board to monitor applicants more effectively and assess their readiness for full licensure. This regulation is designed to balance the opportunities for applicants with the necessity of maintaining rigorous standards in optometric practice within the state. Therefore, two temporary licenses within a year provide a reasonable opportunity for applicants to gain experience and fulfill any remaining requirements without undermining the significance of full licensure.