Therapy Trainings is approved by:NBCC ACEPASWB ACENAADAC
Professional Counselors (LPC)
Licensed Professional Counselors in South Dakota
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours (standard cycle)
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Ethics
4 hours required
Supervision
4 hours required
Licensing Board
SD Board of Examiners for Counselors & Marriage and Family Therapists
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the South Dakota Board of Examiners for Counselors & Marriage and Family Therapists based on NBCC approval.
Hours required may vary based on renewal period - check with the board for your specific cycle.
Social Workers (CSW/CSW-PIP)
Licensed Social Workers in South Dakota
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Online Courses
100% allowed (all contact hours)
Licensing Board
South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners based on ASWB approval.
All contact hours may now be obtained through online courses.
Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in South Dakota
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
40 hours (standard cycle)
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Ethics
4 hours required
Supervision
4 hours required
Licensing Board
South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners based on ASWB approval.
Hours required may vary based on renewal period - check with the board for your specific cycle.
Psychologists
Licensed Psychologists in South Dakota
Requirement
Details
Total CE Hours
1.5 CEUs (15 contact hours) annually
Renewal Cycle
Annual
Independent Reading
Maximum 5 contact hours
Licensing Board
South Dakota Board of Examiners of Psychologists
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the South Dakota Board of Examiners of Psychologists based on NBCC approval.
No more than 5 contact hours may be earned from independent professional reading per annual period.
Addiction Counselors (LAC/CPS)
Licensed Addiction Counselors in South Dakota
Credential
Hours
Requirements
LAC (single credential)
40 hrs
4 hrs ethics
LAC/CPS (dual credential)
60 hrs
4 hrs ethics
Important Notes:
Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the South Dakota Board of Addiction and Prevention Professionals (BAPP) based on NAADAC approval.
There is no limit to the number of CE hours that can be earned through approved distance learning.
Hours required may depend on initial date of licensure or certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I complete all my CE hours online in South Dakota?
Yes! Social workers can complete all contact hours through online courses. Addiction counselors have no limit on distance learning hours. Check with your specific board for other professions.
Is Therapy Trainings accepted for South Dakota psychologists?
Yes! Therapy Trainings CE is accepted by the South Dakota Board of Examiners of Psychologists based on NBCC approval.
What is the supervision requirement for counselors and MFTs?
Both counselors and MFTs in South Dakota must complete 4 hours of continuing education in the subject of supervision each renewal cycle.
Why are the hour requirements different for dually credentialed addiction counselors?
Dually credentialed practitioners (LAC/CPS) require 60 hours every 2 years, compared to 40 hours for single credential holders, to cover the knowledge requirements for both credentials.
How do psychologist CEUs convert to contact hours?
Psychologists in South Dakota need 1.5 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) annually, which typically equals 15 contact hours.
