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South Dakota CPE Requirements

CPE Information

License Renewal Deadline 8/1 annually
CPE Reporting Period 7/1 to 6/30 over a rolling three year period
General Requirement 120 hours; 20 hours minimum per year
Ethics Requirement None
Credit Limitations
  • Maximum 24 hours in behavioral or motivational courses
  • Maximum self-study allowed: 100%

Board Information

South Dakota Board of Accountancy
1501 S Highline Ave. Suite 4A
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
Phone: (605) 367-5770
Fax: (605) 367-5773
Website: dlr.sd.gov/accountancy
Email: accountancy@state.sd.us
Click here for Board Statutes
Sequoia CPE is a NASBA QAS-approved sponsor and our courses are accepted for CPAs in the state of South Dakota. NASBA QAS Sponsor ID: 121900.


Acceptable Programs of Study: South Dakota CPE requirements state: to qualify "must be a formal program of learning which contributes directly to the professional competence of a licensee in the practice of public accountancy. A CPA and PA performing professional services must have a broad range of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Acceptable continuing professional education encompasses programs contributing to the development and maintenance of both technical and non-technical professional skills."

PLEASE NOTE: Since state board regulations are constantly changing, the information contained here is deemed reliable however it is not guaranteed. We encourage you to contact your state board to answer any questions and confirm or clarify any requirements listed here.