Requirements by state / South Dakota
South Dakota social work continuing education requirements
What the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners asks of a licensed social worker at renewal.
Verified Read on October 8, 2026
Read from the board’s own source. What follows was read on October 8, 2026 in the sources named on this page. Rules change, and the board decides: confirm before you rely on it.
SWA, SW, CSW, CSW-PIP
Social Work Associate · Social Worker · Certified Social Worker · Certified Social Worker in Private or Independent Practice
| Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total hours each cycle | 30 hours |
| Ethics Within the total. | 6 hours |
| Renewal cycle | Every 2 years |
| Hours are dueThe source as read gives no date that can be worked out for you. | The date on your license |
- A license expires on December 31 of the second year after it was issued; the year is on your license.
- All of the hours may be earned through online courses.
- Who decides
- South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners
- Profession
- Social work
- Licenses on this page
- SWA, SW, CSW, CSW-PIP
- Read on
- October 8, 2026
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