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South Dakota Accounting (CPA) CE Requirements
South Dakota CPAs need 120 hours of continuing education every 3 years.
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South Dakota accounting (cpa) license renewal
| Licenses covered | Certified Public Accountant (CPA) [1] |
|---|---|
| CE required for renewal | Yes [1] |
| Hours per CE period | 120 hours [1] |
| CE period | Every 3 years [1] |
| Renewal and reporting | Active CPA certificate holders must comply with the 120-hour rolling CPE requirement, reported annually during renewal for the July 1 to June 30 reporting period. [1] |
| State-mandated topics | Check the board’s full topic requirements |
| What CE counts | The Board accepts NASBA QAS (Quality Assurance Service) and NASBA National Registry of CPE Sponsors approved courses that are in compliance with South Dakota rules. [1] |
This summary covers the licenses listed above. The topics below are selected verified requirements; consult the board’s full rules for all subjects and conditions.
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Renewal Covers: South Dakota Board of Accountancy.Renewal at a glance
| Credential | CPA / accounting firm |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Confirm the cycle and expiration date for your specific license with the board. |
| Verified fees | A current fee has not been confirmed in this guide. Check the board’s fee schedule before paying. |
| Renewal application | Renewal |
Fees can differ for active, inactive, late, and reinstatement applications. Your official license record controls your deadline.
Source review dates · 2 sources
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- Boards of Accountancy - NASBA Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- SD Board of Accountancy Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
Free courses that count toward the hours
Free CE accepted in South Dakota
The board accepts continuing education accredited by NASBA [1]. These current free courses state that accreditation. State-mandated topics can require a specific approved course, so check those separately.
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandTARIFFS, RATE CUTS, AND THE DOLLAR: PRACTICAL PLANNING STRATEGIES
Self-study activity in Economics, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandESSENTIAL STATE AND LOCAL TAX YEAR-END PLANNING STRATEGIES
Self-study activity in Taxes, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandBILL's FINANCIAL OPERATIONS PLATFORM PRODUCT WALKTHROUGH
Self-study activity in Computer Software and Applications, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandSID KESS: A LEGEND & HIS LEGACY IN THE ACCOUNTING PROFESSION
Self-study activity in Personal Development, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandFIVE WAYS TO DECREASE STRESS DURING TAX SEASON: INTRO AND Q&A WITH SID KESS
Self-study activity in Personal Development, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandBILL'S AI PRODUCT WALKTHROUGH
Self-study activity in Accounting, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandBILL's AP PRODUCT WALKTHROUGH
Self-study activity in Computer Software and Applications, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandTO DOJ TAX AND BACK AGAIN: A SIT-DOWN WITH CAROLINE CIRAOLO
Self-study activity in Specialized Knowledge, offered through CPAacademy.org. Complete the attendance or assessment requirements to claim credit.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
CPAacademy.orgFree
Available on demandMONEY LAUNDERING 101 FOR CPAs
Instant webinar in Specialized Knowledge, offered through CPAacademy.org. Start and finish within the provider’s access window.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
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Questions
South Dakota accounting (cpa) CE, answered
How many CE hours do South Dakota CPAs need?
South Dakota CPAs need 120 hours of continuing education every 3 years. Active CPA certificate holders must comply with the 120-hour rolling CPE requirement, reported annually during renewal for the July 1 to June 30 reporting period.
Does South Dakota require specific CE topics for CPAs?
A complete topic list is not verified in this guide. Check the South Dakota Board of Accountancy for mandated subjects, live instruction and other conditions for your credential.
Do free online CE courses count in South Dakota?
The Board accepts NASBA QAS (Quality Assurance Service) and NASBA National Registry of CPE Sponsors approved courses that are in compliance with South Dakota rules. Free courses accredited by NASBA are listed on this page; a state-mandated topic may need a specific approved course.
Sources & verification
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- SD Board of Accountancy - Frequently Asked Questions ↗dlr.sd.gov · HTML · Retrieved Oct 28, 2026
Quoted wording (6)
“CPE requirement for an active CPA certificate? The holder of an active CPA certificate must comply with the 120 hour CPE requirement. A minimum of 20 hours per year must be reported, and 120 hours must be obtained in a rolling three year period. The reporting period is from July 1 to June 30”
“CPE requirement for an active CPA certificate? The holder of an active CPA certificate must comply with the 120 hour CPE requirement. A minimum of 20 hours per year must be reported, and 120 hours must be obtained in a rolling three year period. The reporting period is from July 1 to June 30”
“CPE requirement for an active CPA certificate? The holder of an active CPA certificate must comply with the 120 hour CPE requirement. A minimum of 20 hours per year must be reported, and 120 hours must be obtained in a rolling three year period. The reporting period is from July 1 to June 30”
“must be obtained in a rolling three year period. The reporting period is from July 1 to June 30 each year, and the reporting is completed during the annual renewal. Does the three year renewal cycle start over every three years? No. CPE is figured on a rolling three year cycle. Each June 30, you must have a total of at least”
“must be obtained in a rolling three year period. The reporting period is from July 1 to June 30 each year, and the reporting is completed during the annual renewal. Does the three year renewal cycle start over every three years? No. CPE is figured on a rolling three year cycle. Each June 30, you must have a total of at least”
“and retain an attendance sheet for four years. The Board accepts NASBA QAS and registry approved courses that are in compliance with our rules. back to top What is acceptable evidence of completion of a CPE course? ARSD 20:75:04:15 1. For group programs, a certificate or other verification supplied by”