CE Requirement – South Dakota

South Dakota Electrician Continuing Education Requirements: All South Dakota-licensed Electricians must complete 16 hours of Continuing Education (CE) during each two-year license period to be eligible for license renewal. At least eight of the required hours must cover the National Electrical Code (NEC), and a maximum of eight hours can be completed through pre-approved online or correspondence courses.

Quick Steps to Renew Your South Dakota Electrician License

Who Needs to Complete CE?

The following South Dakota license and registration types require 16 hours of CE for biennial renewal:

Important Notes

• Licenses expire on June 30th of even-numbered years (e.g., 2026, 2028).
• The renewal process must be completed by the expiration date to avoid any lapse in licensure.
• A minimum of 8 CE hours must be on the National Electrical Code.
• No more than 8 CE hours may be from pre-approved correspondence or interactive online courses.
• Licensees are responsible for keeping records and providing proof of CE completion.
• Inactive license holders must provide proof of meeting CE requirements when applying to change to an active license.

Contact: South Dakota Electrical Commission – Website: https://dlr.sd.gov/electrical/default.aspx