New Mexico Statutes Chapter 29. Law Enforcement § 29-7C-3. Qualifications for certification

A. is a citizen or legal resident of the United States and has reached the age of majority;

B. holds a high school diploma or high school equivalency credential from an accredited institution;

C. has not been convicted of, pled guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to a:

D. has not received a dishonorable discharge from the armed forces of the United States;

E. is free from a physical, emotional or mental condition that might adversely affect the applicant's performance;

F. is of good moral character;

G. has met all other requirements for certification prescribed by the board; and

H. has received a certificate attesting to the applicant's completion of an approved basic telecommunicator training program from the director.