South Dakota PDH requirements
Last checked against board materials . Sources: SD BTP professional development hours, ARSD 20:38:35.
- 30 PDH
- per 2 years
- Biennial
- Anniversary of original licensure date
- 15 PDH
- into next period
- Not required
- no subject mandate
How many PDH does a South Dakota PE need?
South Dakota PEs obtain a minimum of 30 PDH in the biennium before each renewal, at least 20 in technical subjects tied to their discipline and no more than 10 in professional management topics such as ethics or business practice. PDH documentation is submitted with the renewal itself.
a licensee must obtain a minimum of thirty PDH during the biennium preceding license renewal. ARSD 20:38:35:01
When does a South Dakota PE license renew?
License renewal is set on the anniversary of the original date of licensure, ensuring personalized deadlines for each engineer.
Can South Dakota PEs carry over PDH?
A carryover of up to 15 PDHs is allowed into the ensuing biennial period, aiding in the flexibility and planning of continuous professional development.
If a licensee obtains more than 30 PDH in a biennium, up to 15 PDH may be carried forward to the following biennium. ARSD 20:38:35:11
Does the South Dakota board pre-approve courses?
The South Dakota Board of Technical Professions does not pre-approve courses or providers. Responsibility is placed on the engineer to verify the relevance and compliance of their professional development activities.
What content counts toward South Dakota PDH?
Engineers must complete a minimum of 20 PDHs in technical subjects, spanning a broad spectrum of relevant engineering topics. The flexibility to undertake up to 10 PDHs in professional management subjects is provided, including areas like ethics, total quality process, or computer-related advancements.
Of the required 30 PDH, a minimum of 20 PDH must be in technical subjects that lead to further professional development in the licensee's field of practice. SD Board of Technical Professions, professional development hours
Which activities count in South Dakota?
Online courses are unrestricted, on the condition of a successful quiz completion prior to credit awarding, ensuring the engagement and assessment of the learning material. Our platform conforms with these requirements, offering a diverse course catalog.
Other South Dakota rules to know
For professionals with dual licensure, the 30 PDH requirement persists, necessitating that one-third of the total credits directly apply to each designated field. Record-keeping of PDH completion is mandatory for a 3-year period. We support compliance by enabling instant certificate access and secure, decade-long digital storage, retrievable at any moment through your account.
PDH may only be carried forward one time. ARSD 20:38:35:11
South Dakota PE continuing education FAQ
When does my license renew?
Two years after the date of issuance, on your own cycle rather than a fixed calendar date; the Board emails a reminder two months ahead. SD Board of Technical Professions, license renewal
Do I submit PDH records at renewal?
Yes. A PDH log saved as a PDF is submitted with the renewal or reinstatement application. SD Board of Technical Professions, professional development hours
Can carried-over hours be carried again?
No. PDH may be carried forward only once. ARSD 20:38:35:11