The department shall assist the board in administering the Athletic Trainer Practice Act and shall: A. process applications and conduct and review the required examinations; B. issue licenses and provisional permits to applicants who meet the requirements of the Athletic Trainer Practice Act; C. administer and coordinate the provisions of the Athletic Trainer Practice Act and investigate persons engaging in practices that may violate the provisions of that act; D. conduct any required examinations of applicants; E. hire staff as may be necessary to carry out the actions of the board; F. maintain board records, including financial records; and G. maintain a current register of licensees as a matter of public record. History: 1978 Comp., § 61-14D-8, enacted by Laws 1993, ch. 325, § 8; 2005, ch. 125, § 2; 2022, ch. 39, § 64.