(a)
(1) An application for registration as a geologist, for a geologist-in-training certificate, or for certification in a specialty shall be made under oath and shall show the applicant's education and a detailed summary of his or her geologic work.
(2) The application shall be accompanied by the application fee prescribed by § 17-32-307.
(3) After examination of any dissertation, thesis, technical report, study, or other similar material required of any applicant for registration as a geologist or certification in a specialty, the State Board of Registration for Professional Geologists may return it to the applicant.
(b)
(1) The board shall require the applicant to provide the board with the names and addresses of three (3) qualified geologists who can attest to the experience and qualifications of the applicant and the names and addresses of two (2) people who can attest to the personal character and ethical practices of the applicant.
(2) The application shall not be processed until all required information is received.