37-26-403. Application for licensure. (1) A person who desires a license to practice naturopathic medicine in Montana shall apply to the department.

(2) The application must be accompanied by the license fees, the application fees, and the documents, affidavits, and certificates necessary to establish that the applicant possesses the qualifications prescribed by 37-26-402. The burden of proof is on the applicant, but the department may make an independent investigation to determine whether the applicant possesses the necessary qualifications and whether the applicant has committed unprofessional conduct that would be a basis for licensure denial.

(3) At the board's request, the applicant shall provide necessary authorizations for the release of records and information pertinent to the department's investigation.