New Mexico Statutes Chapter 61. Professional and Occupational Licenses § 61-14D-12. Provisional permit

A. An applicant for licensure who has passed the New Mexico state law and regulations examination may obtain a provisional permit to engage in the practice of athletic training; provided that the applicant meets all licensure requirements except for passing the national certification exam for athletic trainers. The applicant must provide proof of registration to take the national certification examination.

B. The provisional permit is valid until the results of the national certification examination have been received in the board office.

C. If the applicant should fail or not take the national certification examination, upon proof of re-registration for the national certification examination, the applicant will be issued a second provisional permit. No more than two provisional permits shall be issued to an individual.