South Dakota social work license requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

We've listed some of the most common questions and answers for South Dakota social worker continuing education.

How many CE hours does South Dakota require for social workers?

SWA/BSW/CSW/CISW: 30 hours every 2 years. Licenses expire on 12/31 of odd or even-numbered years (depending on year of issuance).

Can I take my continuing education through Continued Social Work?

Yes. Continued is an ASWB ACE provider, and the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners accepts courses approved by ASWB ACE.

Other Information

SWA/BSW/CSW/CISW:

3 hours of ethics each renewal period. Continued offers courses that may meet the ethics requirement.

Refer to your regulatory agency for the most current information about your continuing education requirements.

Approval Organizations

Association of Social Work Boards ACE Provider

Continued, provider #1742, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 03/27/2024 – 03/27/2027.