South Dakota Real Estate Agent CE Requirements (2026)

South Dakota Real Estate Agent CE at a glance

South Dakota Required Courses
SD Real Estate Commission mandatory: 4 hrs Core + 4 hrs Law Update + 4 hrs Contract Writing per 2-year cycle
12 hours
Electives
SD REC-approved elective courses
12 hours

Notes

24 hrs over 2-year cycle. Licenses expire October 31. SD has a 12-hr mandatory Core block (3 distinct 4-hr courses) + 12 electives.

Continuing education through The CE Shop

State-approved online courses you can complete at your own pace. Use code LicenseMap35 for 35% off.

LicenseMap may earn a commission on purchases made through this link.

We'll send you courtesy reminders at 90, 60, and 30 days before your license expires — so you can stay ahead of your CE and renewal deadlines.

Last reviewed: 2026-04-18

South Dakota Required Courses
SD Real Estate Commission mandatory: 4 hrs Core + 4 hrs Law Update + 4 hrs Contract Writing per 2-year cycle
12 hours
Electives
SD REC-approved elective courses
12 hours

Notes

24 hrs over 2-year cycle. Licenses expire October 31. SD has a 12-hr mandatory Core block (3 distinct 4-hr courses) + 12 electives.

Continuing education through The CE Shop

State-approved online courses you can complete at your own pace. Use code LicenseMap35 for 35% off.

LicenseMap may earn a commission on purchases made through this link.

We'll send you courtesy reminders at 90, 60, and 30 days before your license expires — so you can stay ahead of your CE and renewal deadlines.

Last reviewed: 2026-04-18