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Retired Licensure Pathways - Lateral Entry Alternative Licensure

Per SL 2017-189 Lateral Entry licensure ceased to be issued on June 30, 2019. Current Lateral Entry license holders must fulfill all requirements to clear or convert the license by June 30, 2022. 

The Residency License replaces the Lateral Entry pathway.  

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