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LMFT CE Requirements in South Dakota

This page summarizes the current CE requirements for the LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) license in South Dakota — renewal model, mandated topics, live/interactive rules, and home-study limits — with links to the official regulator.

40CE hours / cycle
2 yrrenewal cycle
0 hlive / interactive required
4 hethics required
Full South Dakota LMFT requirements
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LMFT

LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)
40hours / 2-year renewal cycle
No live / interactive hours required — all hours may be self-study
Mandated topics
  • Ethics — 4 hat least 4 hours of ethics

Home study: No home-study/self-study cap stated by the board; no live/in-person requirement stated.

Board notes: SD Board of Examiners for Counselors & MFTs requires LMFTs to complete 40 hours of CE, including at least 4 hours of ethics, biennially. Renewal and CE are due by Nov 30 of even-numbered years. Same board and CE cycle as counselors (proration applies to newer licensees). Licensees must follow the AAMFT Code of Ethics.

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Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours does an LMFT need in South Dakota?

An LMFT must complete 40 CE / continuing-education hours every 2 years in South Dakota. That total includes 4 hours of ethics.

Are there required CE topics for LMFT in South Dakota?

Yes. South Dakota requires the following CE topics for LMFT: Ethics (4 h).

Can LMFT CE be completed online in South Dakota?

Generally yes — South Dakota does not require live or interactive hours for LMFT, so approved online / home-study CE can typically satisfy the requirement. Home-study note: No home-study/self-study cap stated by the board; no live/in-person requirement stated..

What else should LMFT renewals know in South Dakota?

SD Board of Examiners for Counselors & MFTs requires LMFTs to complete 40 hours of CE, including at least 4 hours of ethics, biennially. Renewal and CE are due by Nov 30 of even-numbered years. Same board and CE cycle as counselors (proration applies to newer licensees). Licensees must follow the AAMFT Code of Ethics.

Other South Dakota licenses
CSW-PIP in South Dakota30 CE hours every 2 yearsLPC-MH in South Dakota40 CE hours every 2 yearsLicensed Psychologist in South Dakota15 CE hours every 1 yearsLicensed Applied Behavior Analyst in South Dakota32 CE hours every 2 years
LMFT CE requirements in other states
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Updated July 2026 from official licensing-board, regulatory-college, and government sources. CE / CPD requirements change often — always confirm current rules directly with your licensing board or regulator before you renew. Informational only, not legal advice.