Social Workers · South Dakota · Continuing education
South Dakota Social Work CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- CSW-PIP/CSW/SW/SWA: 30 hours every 2 years, including 6 h medical ethics, professionalism & law; renewal on the date shown on your license.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
South Dakota CSW-PIP/CSW/SW/SWA CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- On license
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- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Accepted credit
- Accredited college academic courses (1 credit = 15 hours) and workshops, seminars, conferences, lectures and agency staff development by Board-approved continuing education sponsors; programs must relate to social work practice. Procedural/administrative agency training not eligible.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Medical ethics, professionalism & lawSocial work ethics | 6 | every renewal |
Good to know. Biennial renewal; a certificate of completion of 30 hours from the previous two-year license period accompanies the renewal. Max 10 hours from self/group study (tapes, reading) or preparing/publishing papers. Biennial fees: CSW-PIP $210, CSW $170, SW $130, SWA $90.
Source: sdlegislature.gov · ARSD 20:59:04:01.01, 20:59:04:02, 20:59:04:07 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
How do I verify a social worker license in South Dakota?
Use the license lookup of the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners (dss.sd.gov/licensingboards); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
How many CE hours do social workers need in South Dakota?
30 hours every 2 years.
Which CE topics are mandatory for social workers in South Dakota?
Medical ethics, professionalism & law — 6 h (every renewal).
Which CE courses count for social workers in South Dakota?
Accredited college academic courses (1 credit = 15 hours) and workshops, seminars, conferences, lectures and agency staff development by Board-approved continuing education sponsors; programs must relate to social work practice. Procedural/administrative agency training not eligible.
How do social workers report CE in South Dakota?
By uploading certificates with the renewal.
When is the renewal deadline for social workers in South Dakota?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (2 years cycle).