South Dakota Certified Addiction Counselor Continuing Education Requirements
South Dakota CACs need 40 continuing education (CE) hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew their license.
Required CE topics
These hours are part of the 40-hour total — not in addition to it.
| Topic | Hours |
|---|---|
| Counseling ethics | 4 |
Renewal cycle
Biennial; the CE cycle runs December 1 of an odd year to November 30 of the next odd year, and licenses expire November 30 of odd-numbered years.
Format limits & what counts
- Max 10 hours per cycle for an original presentation (ARSD 20:80:08:20).
- Max 10 hours per cycle for a first-author publication in a recognized professional journal.
Documentation to keep
- dated certificate with ce hours
- program or activity description
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- South Dakota board / state source (sdlegislature.gov)
- South Dakota board / state source (dss.sd.gov)
Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do South Dakota CACs need?
South Dakota CACs must complete 40 continuing education hours every 24 months (2 years) to renew.
What specific CE topics are required for South Dakota CACs?
Within the 40-hour total, South Dakota requires: 4 hours of counseling ethics. The remaining hours may be general continuing education.
Do online or self-study courses count toward South Dakota CAC CE?
Most formats count, but some carry per-cycle caps. See the format rules above for the specifics that apply to South Dakota CACs.
Where do these South Dakota CAC CE requirements come from?
These requirements are taken directly from the licensing board's published rules, last reviewed 2026-07-14.
Can I track my South Dakota CAC CE automatically?
Yes. Best CE Tracker applies these rules to your logged activities and shows exactly what you still need before renewal. Sign in with your email to start — it's free during beta.
Similar licenses in nearby states
- North Dakota LAC
- North Dakota LCAC
- Minnesota LADC
- Iowa CADC
- Iowa IAADC
- Nebraska LADC
- Wyoming CAP
- Wyoming LAT
This page is general information, not legal or compliance advice. Always confirm requirements with your licensing board.