Upon payment of a fee determined by the board, a temporary permit may be issued to practice respiratory care for a period of:

(1) Twelve months to an applicant for certification under Code Section 43-34-147.2 providing that applicant presents written evidence verified by oath that the applicant was certified, licensed, or practicing respiratory care within the last 12 months in another state; or

(2) Eighteen months to a person who is a graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, or the equivalent thereof as accepted by the board, pending completion of the other requirements for certification under this article.