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            An applicant for a license to practice as a practical nurse shall:

            (1) Be of good moral character.

            (2) Be a permanent resident or citizen of the United States.

            (3) Satisfy either of the following requirements:

            (a) Successfully complete an education program for practical nurses at a program approved by the board.

            (b) Successfully complete an education program for registered nurses at a program approved by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.

            Amended by Acts 1954, No. 315, §2; Acts 1968, No. 80, §1; Acts 2010, No. 553, §1; Acts 2023, No. 80, §1.