License renewal · SD
South Dakota veterinary
CE requirements.
South Dakota veterinarians need 16 hours every year to renew.
Veterinarians
16hours
every year
Your renewal at a glance
Pace it, don’t cram it.
Veterinarians
16hours
Veterinary technicians
Not confirmed from an official source yet. Check with the board or your state technician association.
What counts in South Dakota.
Veterinarians
In subjects related to veterinary practice.
Exemptions, prorated first-renewal hours, and approved-provider rules can apply. Keep your certificates in case of an audit.
How South Dakota compares.
At about 16 hours a year, South Dakota sits above the middle of all states (15 hours a year). Totals are converted to a per-year pace so different cycles compare fairly.
Free CE to get started
Chip away at your 16 hours.
Many boards accept RACE-approved CE, but some states limit online and self-study hours. Confirm a course counts in South Dakota before relying on it.
South Dakota CE,
answered.
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in South Dakota?
South Dakota veterinarians need 16 hours every year to renew their license. In subjects related to veterinary practice. Source: ARSD 20:57:04:01.
How many CE hours do vet techs need in South Dakota?
We could not confirm a technician CE requirement for South Dakota from an official source. Check with the state board or your technician association before you renew.
Can South Dakota veterinarians complete CE online?
The sources we reviewed for South Dakota do not state a general limit on online hours. Confirm format rules and approved providers with the board before relying on online courses.