South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners

To qualify for renewal of a license upon its expiration, an applicant for renewal must complete 12 continuing education hours in a one-year period in professional education activities updating competency in occupational therapy and practice.

• To demonstrate compliance with the continuing education requirements, each occupational therapist and occupational therapy assistant shall sign a statement to confirm completion of the required CE hours each year at renewal time, and shall present proof of completion if requested by the board.

• Any occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant who maintains current certification by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) shall meet the continuing education requirements.