SECTION 310:265-5-7. Temporary permits

(a)   An applicant who fulfills the requirements regarding age, character and education as set forth in these regulations shall be entitled to a temporary hearing aid dealer or fitter permit upon application to the Commissioner. Previous experience or a waiting period shall not be required to obtain a temporary permit.

(b)   Upon receiving an application as provided under this section and accompanied by a temporary permit application, the Commissioner shall issue a temporary permit which shall entitle the applicant to engage in the fitting and sale of hearing aids for a period not to exceed six (6) months or until the holder has successfully passed the examination required for a license, whichever period is less. A person holding a valid Oklahoma Hearing Aid Dealers' and Fitters' License shall be responsible for the direct on-site supervision and training of such applicant.

(c)   A temporary permit may be extended for an additional period by the Commissioner upon payment of a fee of Fifteen Dollars ($15.00). The Commissioner shall not extend a temporary permit more than one (1) time.

(d)   A maximum of two (2) people with temporary permits may work under the direct on-site supervision of a person holding a valid Oklahoma Hearing Aid Dealers' and Fitters' License.

[Source: Amended at 15 Ok Reg 118, eff 10-15-97 (emergency); Amended at 15 Ok Reg 3155, eff 7-13-98; Amended at 17 Ok Reg 2929, eff 7-13-00; Amended at 33 Ok Reg 1522, eff 11-1-16]