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South Dakota · Engineers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your South Dakota Engineer License

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

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the South Dakota Board of Technical Professions (SDBTP) rule on September 3, 2026.

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 engineers holding a license in one of these classes: PE Biennial PDH (30 PDH / 2 yr), Professional Engineer, Landscape Architect, Land Surveyor, Petroleum Release Assessor or Remediator, Engineers, Engineer. Requirements are set by South Dakota Board of Technical Professions (SDBTP).

When to renew

South Dakota engineers licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education may be completed at any time during the renewal cycle, as long as it is finished before the deadline. (ARSD 20:38:35; SDCL 36-18A-39 (license expires two years after date of issuance))

The continuing education South Dakota requires

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

  • Technical subjects — at least 20 hours
  • Professional management (elective) — at least 10 hours
  • Professional management subjects

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    South Dakota sets engineers requirements by license class (PE Biennial PDH (30 PDH / 2 yr), Professional Engineer, Landscape Architect, Land Surveyor, Petroleum Release Assessor or Remediator, Engineers, Engineer). 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 (SDBTP) requires 30 hours every 2 years, including Technical subjects, Professional management (elective), Professional management subjects. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the South Dakota engineers 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 of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with South Dakota Board of Technical Professions (SDBTP)

    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 (SDBTP)

South Dakota engineer renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do South Dakota engineers need?
South Dakota engineers must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by South Dakota Board of Technical Professions (SDBTP).
Which license classes does the South Dakota engineers CE requirement apply to?
The 30 hours requirement applies to: PE Biennial PDH (30 PDH / 2 yr), Professional Engineer, Landscape Architect, Land Surveyor, Petroleum Release Assessor or Remediator, Engineers, Engineer.
What topics are required for South Dakota engineers continuing education?
South Dakota Board of Technical Professions (SDBTP) requires coverage of: Technical subjects (20 hours); Professional management (elective) (10 hours); Professional management subjects.
Can South Dakota engineers 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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