2. A person shall be accepted as a candidate for the practice of the profession where the person(1) (a) has successfully completed the program of studies leading to a diploma recognized by the Government under the first paragraph of section 184 of the Code;(b) holds a diploma recognized as equivalent by the board of directors;
(c) has training that is recognized as equivalent by the board of directors;
(2) has completed a registration application and has enclosed all the required documents; and
(3) has paid the dues required by the board of directors under paragraph 8 of section 86.0.1 of the Code.