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How to Renew Your South Dakota Architect License

South Dakota architects must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by South Dakota Board of Technical Professions.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team.

CE hours
30 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers South Dakota architects holding a Architect license. Requirements are set by South Dakota Board of Technical Professions.

When to renew

South Dakota architects licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal.

The continuing education South Dakota requires

South Dakota Board of Technical Professions requires 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Technical subjects directly related to the licensee’s professional discipline — at least 20 hours
  • Professional management subjects

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    South Dakota sets architects requirements by license class (Architect). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education

    South Dakota Board of Technical Professions requires 30 hours every 2 years, including Technical subjects directly related to the licensee’s professional discipline, Professional management subjects. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the South Dakota architects course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In South Dakota, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with South Dakota Board of Technical Professions

    Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to South Dakota Board of Technical Professions

South Dakota architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do South Dakota architects need?
South Dakota architects must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by South Dakota Board of Technical Professions.
Which license classes does the South Dakota architects CE requirement apply to?
The 30 hours requirement applies to: Architect.
What topics are required for South Dakota architects continuing education?
South Dakota Board of Technical Professions requires coverage of: Technical subjects directly related to the licensee’s professional discipline (20 hours); Professional management subjects.
Can South Dakota architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the South Dakota requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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