South Dakota OT and OTA CEU requirements

What occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants need to renew a South Dakota license, summarized from the board's own rules. Last checked October 24, 2026.

12 points a yearfor occupational therapists

12 points a yearfor OT assistants

Every yearCE cycle

Every year; check the date on your licenselicense renewal deadline

Required topics

None. Any course that meets the rules below counts.

Rules to know

A current NBCOT certification meets the requirement.
Presenting a program of at least 2 hours counts for up to 6 points. A publication or a college course counts 6 points.
You sign a statement at renewal each year and show proof only if the board asks.
South Dakota's OT licenses are handled by the Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners.
Workshops, seminars, conferences and in-services earn 1 point per hour.

Official sources

This is a plain-language summary to help you plan. Rules change and your board has the final word, so confirm with the sources above before you renew. If you also hold NBCOT certification, NBCOT has its own renewal requirements.

In-person courses open to OTs in South Dakota

No in-person courses open to OTs are listed in South Dakota right now. Search the map for courses in nearby states.

Schedules checked October 24, 2026. Dates, prices and CEU approvals come from each provider's public schedule and can change, so confirm with the provider before you register.

Common questions

How many CE hours do occupational therapists need in South Dakota?

12 points a year.

How many CE hours do OTAs need in South Dakota?

12 points a year.

When is the South Dakota OT license renewal deadline?

Every year; check the date on your license.

Are any courses or topics required for OTs in South Dakota?

No specific topics are required, as long as the courses meet the board's rules below.