Mandatory topics
No mandatory topics are listed for RNs in South Dakota. Confirm topic requirements with South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON) before the renewal cycle.
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Documentation & audit
RNs are responsible for retaining CE documentation and producing it on request. Requirements include course title, dates, hours, sponsoring organization, and accrediting body.
Waivers & exemptions
No CE requirement exists for South Dakota RN renewal — this is a genuine no-CE state
FAQ
Does South Dakota require CE for RN license renewal?
No. South Dakota does not require continuing education for RN license renewal. The South Dakota Board of Nursing imposes no CE contact hours as a condition of biennial RN or LPN renewal. Nurses renew biennially by submitting the renewal application through the SDBON Nurse Portal and paying the $115 biennial renewal fee. This is a genuine no-CE state — there is no CE requirement and no minimum hours to satisfy.
What counts as CE for RN renewal in South Dakota?
Because South Dakota has no CE requirement for RN renewal, there are no CE credit rules to apply. Nurses who voluntarily complete CE for professional development, specialty certification maintenance, or other purposes may use any provider they choose for their own purposes. CE completed voluntarily is not tracked or reported to the SDBON and plays no role in the renewal process.
Is South Dakota in the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC)?
Yes. South Dakota is an NLC compact member. South Dakota-licensed RNs who meet compact eligibility requirements hold a multistate license authorizing practice in all other NLC member states. Under the compact, the home state's rules govern renewal. Since South Dakota has no CE requirement, nurses whose primary residence is in South Dakota face no CE obligation at the state level. Nurses from other compact states who practice in South Dakota renew with their home-state boards and comply with their home state's CE requirements.
Are there any mandatory CE topics for South Dakota RN renewal?
No. South Dakota imposes no mandatory CE topics and no CE hours for RN renewal. The SDBON renewal framework requires only the biennial application and fee.
Where can I check my South Dakota RN license renewal date?
South Dakota RNs can verify their license status and access renewal applications through the SDBON Nurse Portal at https://www.sdbon.org/NurseLicensure/RenewalApp.asp. Renewal is biennial. For license verification, practice guidance, and contact information, the SDBON main website at https://www.sdbon.org is the authoritative source. SDBON can be reached by phone at 605-362-2760 during business hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT, Monday through Friday).