What must be retaken if a license is expired for more than six months?

In North Dakota, if an esthetician's license has expired for more than six months, the individual is required to retake the board exam to obtain their license again. This rule is in place to ensure that practitioners are up to date with their skills, knowledge, and current standards in the field, which is critical for public safety and effective practice.

Continuing education is typically required to maintain a license, but does not need to be retaken if the license is expired for less than six months. The application fee and the renewal application are standard processes when renewing a license but do not specifically indicate a need for retesting, as is the case with the board exam. Thus, the requirement to retake the board exam emphasizes the importance of maintaining competence within the profession after a significant lapse in licensure.