CNA License in South Dakota

Have you given up on a medical career in South Dakota because you cannot spend several years in training? If so, we have great news for you! There is currently an enormous need for nursing aides in South Dakota, and the best thing about this lucrative career is that you can train for it in just a matter of weeks!

CNA Certification Requirements in South Dakota

In South Dakota, the South Dakota Board of Nursing regulates the training and certification of people who wish to become Certified Nursing Aides. According to the Board, before you can obtain certification, you must attend a state-approved nursing aide training program. After completing your training, you must pass the state's CNA certification exam.

How to Get Your CNA Certification in South Dakota

Getting your CNA certification is a little different in South Dakota. First of all, you need to submit an initial registration application to the board. This is before enrolling in a training program. You must, along with your initial registration application, also submit the training enrollment verification form that is filled by your decided school. It takes a few days for the Board to approve your application. Once you get the approval, you can enroll in your chosen CNA program.

How to Verify Your CNA Certification in South Dakota

During your career as a CNA, there may be occasions when you need to verify your certification. To do this, go to the South Dakota Board of Nursing website at https://doh.sd.gov/boards/nursing/NurseAid.aspx and click on “Click Here to verify CNA registration.” Then, click on “Verify a registration.” On the page that shows up, you can verify your status using your name, certification number, or Social Security number.

How to Renew Your CNA Certification in South Dakota

You must renew your South Dakota CNA certification every 24 months. To be eligible for renewal, you must have completed at least 12 hours of training per year and at least 12 hours of employment as a paid nurse aide during the last two years. If you meet these requirements for renewal, you can submit the renewal application from https://doh.sd.gov/boards/nursing/CNA_Renewal.aspx.

How to Reinstate Your CNA Certification in South Dakota

If you do not meet the renewal requirements, you retrain and retake the CNA competency exam.

How to Transfer Your CNA Certification from South Dakota to Another State

Do you need to transfer your CNA certification from South Dakota to another state? If you do, you will need to contact the agency that regulates CNAs in your new state. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing can assist you in locating the proper agency. You will likely need to provide your new state with verification of your current CNA status, and you may need to fulfill various other requirements as well.

State-Approved CNA Programs in South Dakota

Do you need assistance finding an approved CNA school in South Dakota? The following facilities are among the best in the state.

1. Boxelder Job Corps Center

   22023 Job Corps Pl, Nemo, SD 57759 (605) 348-3636

2. Lake Area Technical College

   1201 Arrow Ave NE, Watertown, SD 57201 (605) 882-5284

3. Sinte Gleska University

   101 Antelope Cir, Mission, SD 57555 (605) 856-8100

4. Southeast Technical Institute

   2320 N Career Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57107 (605) 367-7624