Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 46 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
Part XLV - Medical Professions
Subpart 2 - Licensure and Certification
Chapter 35 - Clinical Laboratory Personnel
Subchapter B - Licensure and Certification Requirements
Section XLV-3515 - Trainee License

A. Generally. A trainee who engages in the practice of clinical laboratory science in any category for which a license is required shall be required to apply for and obtain a trainee license in the category corresponding to the work performed. All work performed by a trainee under a trainee license shall be under the direct supervision of clinical laboratory personnel licensed as either CLS-G, CLS-S, or cytotechnologist.

B. Exception. §3515. A shall not apply to a trainee who engages in the practice of clinical laboratory science exclusively through an approved school or training program.

C. Licensure Period; Renewal. A trainee license issued in accordance with these regulations shall be effective for the calendar year beginning January 1 and ending December 31 in which it is issued, and may be renewed for up to three additional years provided the trainee remains enrolled in an approved school or training program.