What constitutes a violation of licensing regulations?

Engaging in impersonation during exams is a clear violation of licensing regulations because it undermines the integrity of the examination process. Licensing exams are designed to assess the knowledge and competency of individual practitioners. When someone impersonates another person, it not only compromises the fairness of the examination but also poses significant risks to public safety and trust in the professional standards of optometry. Such actions can lead to serious disciplinary measures, including revocation of licenses and legal penalties, as they directly contravene the ethical expectations and legal requirements governing licensure.

In contrast, other options, such as minor errors in applications, providing continuing education certificates, or unintentional misstatements, may not rise to the level of a violation that would threaten the integrity of the licensing process or public safety. While these actions may reflect lapses in diligence or care, they do not involve deliberate deceit or fraud, which is what makes impersonation a more serious offense.