South Dakota
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in South Dakota (2026)
No contact hours required to renew, on a 24-month renewal cycle with South Dakota Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial renewal; practice-hour verification instead of CE
Continuing education
No contact hours required to renew
No CE hours required. RNs verify 140 hours of nursing employment in the preceding 12 months OR 480 hours within 6 years. Those who can't must complete an 80-hour refresher course.
Source: South Dakota Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit South Dakota Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in South Dakota?
- Biennial renewal; practice-hour verification instead of CE
- How many contact hours do I need in South Dakota?
- No contact hours required to renew. No CE hours required. RNs verify 140 hours of nursing employment in the preceding 12 months OR 480 hours within 6 years. Those who can't must complete an 80-hour refresher course.
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in South Dakota?
- Through South Dakota Board of Nursing. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.