South Dakota Board of Nursing · CRNA

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Below is exactly what South Dakota Board of Nursing requires: mandatory topics, exemptions, accepted credit types, and documentation rules.

Updated April 2026Sourced from SDBN~5 min read

Reviewed by Doug Doehrman, MD · Last reviewed May 12, 2026

Mandatory topics

South Dakota has no state-mandated topic requirements beyond the 0-hour total.

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Conditional requirements

These rules apply only when the trigger described under each card is met (for example, holding a state-issued controlled substance registration or treating a specific patient population). Each cites the underlying statute or rule directly.

ConditionalGeneral CME[1]
Hrs vary

CRNAs must hold an active SD nursing license and current NBCRNA national certification.

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“All Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) must hold an active South Dakota nursing license to practice nursing.”
SDCL § 36-9-3.1See source [1] in Primary Sources
ConditionalPain management & end-of-life care[1]
Hrs vary

Pain Management & Fluoroscopy: Board-approved education programs required for CRNAs not practicing in licensed facilities.

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“Pain Management & Fluoroscopy: Board-approved education programs required for CRNAs not practicing in licensed facilities.”
ARSD Art. 20:48See source [1] in Primary Sources
Accepted credit

Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, South Dakota Medical Association, or AAFP. ACGME residency or fellowship time accrues toward the requirement. Teaching or presenting accredited CME can satisfy a portion of required hours.

Credit systemNotes
NBCRNA Class A
NBCRNA Class A credits accepted toward CE.Sourcehttps://www.nbcrna.com/continued-certification[2]
NBCRNA_CLASS_B
NBCRNA Class B credits accepted toward CE.Sourcehttps://www.nbcrna.com/continued-certification[2]
Documentation & audit

Physicians are responsible for retaining CME documentation and producing it on request. Requirements include course title, dates, hours, sponsoring organization, and accrediting body.

Waivers & exemptions

No formal waivers or exemptions are published for South Dakota.

FAQ
How many state-level CE hours do South Dakota CRNAs need?
SD does not impose a CRNA-specific state CE hour total beyond active NBCRNA certification. The general SD nurse renewal CE rule (ARSD Art. 20:48) governs the underlying credential. CRNAs practicing pain management or fluoroscopy outside a licensed facility must complete Board-approved education in those modalities.
Does South Dakota require NBCRNA certification for CRNA licensure?
Yes. SD APRN-CRNA practice requires current NBCRNA national certification. SD CRNAs may also prescribe Schedule II-IV controlled substances within scope upon registering with the DEA, SD Controlled Substance Registration, and the PDMP.
Is South Dakota part of the APRN Compact?
Yes — SD enacted the APRN Compact in 2024 and is one of four enacting states. The compact is not yet operational; activation requires seven enacting states. SD is also a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for the underlying RN license.
Where can I check my SD CRNA license renewal date?
Use the SDBON license verification tool at https://www.sdbon.org/Verification/LicenseVerification.asp or contact SDBON directly.

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Sources & Citations

Every mandatory topic and conditional requirement above cites the underlying statute or rule. Numbered references below correspond to the bracketed citations next to each requirement.

  1. SD Board of Nursing — CRNA Practice
    Primary sourceAccessed 2026-04-30
    Show verbatim text
    “All Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) must hold an active South Dakota nursing license to practice nursing.”SDCL § 36-9-3.1
    “Pain Management & Fluoroscopy: Board-approved education programs required for CRNAs not practicing in licensed facilities.”ARSD Art. 20:48
  2. NBCRNA — Continued Certification
    Primary sourceAccessed 2026-04-30

This page is provided for general educational purposes and reflects the best available information as of the last reviewed date above. CME requirements change. Atlas CME is not affiliated with the South Dakota Board of Nursing, or any other state medical board, licensing authority, or professional organization. Physicians are solely responsible for verifying their own current CME requirements directly with their state medical board before relying on any information presented here.

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