What happens if a license is not renewed for more than one (1) year?

If a license is not renewed for more than one year, the individual must reapply and retest as a new applicant. This requirement serves to maintain the integrity and standards of the licensing process. It ensures that individuals who are seeking to be licensed are up-to-date with current regulations, practices, and knowledge relevant to their field.

Allowing an individual to simply renew after a lapse of over a year could potentially lead to gaps in knowledge and understanding of changes in laws or practices that could affect their professional responsibilities. Therefore, reapplying and retesting as a new applicant safeguards the industry by ensuring that all licensed individuals can demonstrate their proficiency and awareness of any updates or changes that may have occurred during the lapse.

The other options suggest alternatives that do not align with the established requirements regarding license renewal after an extended period, such as attending workshops or avoiding penalties, which are not applicable in this scenario.