South Carolina Statutes
§ 40-37-40 — Powers and duties of board; seal.
(A)The board shall:
(1)determine the eligibility of applicants for examination and licensure as optometrists;
(2)prescribe the subjects, character, and manner of licensing examinations;
(3)adopt a code of professional ethics appropriate to the profession of optometry;
(4)evaluate and set criteria for continuing education course hours and programs;
(5)conduct hearings on alleged violations by licensees of this chapter or regulations promulgated under this chapter;
(6)discipline persons licensed under this chapter; and (7) promulgate regulations in accordance with the South Carolina Administrative Procedures Act.
(B)The board may adopt an official seal and may adopt bylaws governing its proceedings.
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Legislative History
HISTORY: 2005 Act No. 135, SECTION 1.
Nearby Sections
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§ 40-37-100
Civil penalties and injunctive relief.§ 40-37-115
Jurisdiction.§ 40-37-120
Basis for disciplinary action.§ 40-37-150
Voluntary surrender of license.§ 40-37-160
Appeal.§ 40-37-180
Payment and collection of costs.§ 40-37-190
Confidentiality.§ 40-37-20
Definitions.§ 40-37-200
Penalties for unlawful practice.§ 40-37-230
Denial of license.