13. A candidate whose application for equivalence is turned down by the executive committee may apply to the board of directors for a hearing and review of that decision, provided that the person sends a written application stating reasons to the secretary of the Order within 30 days following the date on which the executive committee’s decision is mailed.
Within 60 days following receipt of such application, the board of directors shall hear the candidate and, where expedient, shall review the decision. At least 10 days before the date of the hearing, the secretary of the Order shall convene the candidate by means of a written notice sent by registered mail.