N.M. Stat. § 61-7A-9
Provisional permit. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
A provisional permit to practice as a dietitian or nutritionist may be issued by the
board upon the filing of an application and submission of evidence of successful
completion of the education requirements. No fee in addition to the application and
license fees shall be charged for the issuance of a provisional permit. The permit shall
be valid only until the last day of the period for which it is issued or until the provisional
permitee's [permittee's] application has been approved and a license issued, whichever
is first.