CNA License Renewal in South Dakota (2026)

CNA license renewal in South Dakota is handled by the South Dakota Board of Nursing, which requires Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

South Dakota CNA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial. An actively registered CNA may renew 90 days or less before expiration; one who has expired or doesn't meet the requirements must complete lapsed/inactive reinstatement instead.
CE hours required	24 hours
Renewal fee	see board (fee not fixed/published)
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	South Dakota Board of Nursing

Go to the official South Dakota Board of Nursing renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the South Dakota Board of Nursing. manual review of SDBON CNA renewal page and sduap.org portal.

Continuing-education requirements for CNAs in South Dakota

South Dakota requires, for renewal, at least 12 hours of in-service education per year (24 over two years) — content must include dementia management and reporting of abuse/neglect/exploitation/misappropriation (nursing-school courses don't count) — plus evidence of at least 12 hours of paid nursing-related work within the prior two years.

Need approved hours? Compare South Dakota CNA CE courses (some links are affiliate links).

How to renew your CNA license in South Dakota

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the South Dakota Board of Nursing portal.
Complete the required 24 CE hours.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: In South Dakota, CNAs and the Nurse Aide Registry are overseen by the Board of Nursing. Renewal is online via the Unlicensed Assistive Personnel portal (sduap.org). No renewal fee is published on the official renewal pages.

CNA license renewal in South Dakota: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CNA license in South Dakota?

South Dakota CNA licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial. An actively registered CNA may renew 90 days or less before expiration; one who has expired or doesn't meet the requirements must complete lapsed/inactive reinstatement instead.

How many CE hours are required to renew an CNA license in South Dakota?

Approximately 24 continuing-education hours per cycle. South Dakota requires, for renewal, at least 12 hours of in-service education per year (24 over two years) — content must include dementia management and reporting of abuse/neglect/exploitation/misappropriation (nursing-school courses don't count) — plus evidence of at least 12 hours of paid nursing-related work within the prior two years. Confirm the current requirement with the South Dakota Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my South Dakota CNA license online?

Yes — South Dakota offers online renewal through the South Dakota Board of Nursing. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my South Dakota CNA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the South Dakota Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) renewal