South Dakota real estate CE courses

Curated courses matched to South Dakota’s salespersons and brokers renewal mandates — with prices, accreditation, and format. Plain listings, no affiliate markup.

24CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: Biennial; licensee must prove CE completed in the preceding two-year period (SDCL 36-21A-62).

Source: South Dakota Real Estate Commission

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Mandated topics

Topic	Hours	Frequency	Who
Required subject areas	12 hours	Every 2 years	All licensees
Elective subject areas	12 hours	Every 2 years	All licensees

Required subject areas (12 hours, every 2 years)

Required subject areas (South Dakota CE)

The CE Shop · 12h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$39.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Covers the required subject areas requirement (12h). Confirm the course's current state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.

Elective subject areas (12 hours, every 2 years)

Advocating for Short Sale Clients

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$39.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Dakota CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

AI in Real Estate: Usage, Oversight, and Scam Awareness

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$39.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Dakota CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Preparing a Market Analysis - Best Practices

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$39.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Dakota CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Personal Safety

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$39.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Dakota CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Lead Awareness and Compliance

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$39.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Dakota CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Working With Real Estate Investors: Understanding Investor Strategies

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$39.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Dakota CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Complete renewal bundles

One purchase covering your full 24-hour renewal — usually cheaper than buying courses individually.

24-Hr. SD CE PackageBundle

The CE Shop · 24h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$219.00View course →

Note: One purchase covering all 24 hours, including the mandated topics. Course approvals can change by cycle — confirm the package matches the current South Dakota requirements on the provider's page before buying.

24-Hour South Dakota CE PackageBundle

360training (AgentCampus) · 24h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (360training (AgentCampus) is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$79.00typical package price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: 360training's 24-hour SD package (12h required subjects + 12h electives); credits reported to SD REC within 10 days.

Free options

Accredited free courses. Note: free options rarely cover state-specific mandates — verify each mandate is satisfied.

Fairhaven 2.0: Fair Housing SimulationFree

National Association of REALTORS · 2h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (National Association of REALTORS is an approved continuing education provider in South Dakota; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

Freefree; NAR membership requiredView course →

Note: Free for NAR members; meets NAR's fair housing training requirement. State CE credit is not automatic — confirm South Dakota accepts it before counting it toward renewal.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do South Dakota salespersons and brokers need?

South Dakota salespersons and brokers need 24 CE hours every 2 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics for South Dakota real estate renewal?

Each renewal: 12 hours required subject areas; 12 hours elective subject areas. See the mandated topics table above for the full breakdown.

When is the South Dakota real estate renewal deadline?

Biennial; licensee must prove CE completed in the preceding two-year period (SDCL 36-21A-62).

Do online real estate CE courses count, and are completions reported?

Yes — South Dakota accepts online CE from approved providers. Most national providers report completions to the South Dakota Real Estate Commission electronically; confirm reporting when you enroll and keep your certificates until renewal is confirmed.

Disclaimer: CECourse is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any course provider listed on this page. We do not control provider pricing, course availability, content, accreditation status, or board reporting — all of which may change without notice. Course listings are curated for convenience and were last verified on 10-06-2026. Requirements change — always verify current mandates with the South Dakota Real Estate Commission. CECourse does not guarantee that any listed course satisfies your specific renewal requirements.

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