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You must hold an active CPhT credential to apply for state registration.","title":"Obtain National Certification","url":"https://www.ptcb.org/","url_label":"PTCB Website"},{"description":"Submit the 'Online Form 1 - Application for Licensure' through the NYSED Office of the Professions portal. 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