{"application_form_url":null,"application_portal_url":null,"board_contact_url":null,"board_email":"sdbon@state.sd.us","board_fax":null,"board_mailing_address":null,"board_name":"South Dakota DOH","board_parent_org":null,"board_phone":"(605) 362-2760","board_physical_address":null,"board_source_url":null,"board_url":null,"canonical_url":null,"ce_requirements_url":null,"common_delays":[{"description":"Out-of-state prints can add 2-4 weeks to your timeline.","title":"Fingerprinting delays"},{"description":"Have all your documents ready before starting the application to avoid processing delays.","title":"Missing or incomplete documents"},{"description":"Double-check that your name matches across all documents exactly. 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This must be sent directly to the board from your current state board or its official online verification system before your file can be considered complete.","title":"Provide License Verification","url":null},{"description":"Certificate of completion from your approved CNA training program.","title":"Provide Proof of Training","url":null},{"description":"Official verification of passing your state's nurse aide competency evaluation.","title":"Submit Your State Competency Exam Results","url":null},{"description":"South Dakota requires a criminal background check for all applicants. Out-of-state applicants can use IdentoGO Out-of-State Live Scan OR FD-258 hard card via mail. Completing prints outside South Dakota can add 2-4 weeks to your processing time.","title":"Complete Fingerprinting and Background Screening","url":null},{"description":"Plan for a processing timeline of about Not officially specified once your file is complete. If you need to start working immediately, most states do not offer temporary practice authorization for CNAs during the endorsement process. Contact the state nurse aide registry directly for current policies on practice authorization while your application is pending.","title":"Await Board Processing","url":null}],"exam_registration_url":null,"faqs":[{"answer":"There is no application fee for CNA endorsement in South Dakota. However, background check fees may apply.","question":"How much does South Dakota CNA endorsement cost?"},{"answer":"Yes, a fingerprint-based background check is required in South Dakota.","question":"Is a background check required?"},{"answer":"Most endorsement applications take 2 to 4 Weeks.","question":"How long does it take to transfer my CNA certification to South Dakota?"},{"answer":"Check with the state board about temporary practice permits while your endorsement is being processed.","question":"Can I start working in South Dakota while waiting?"}],"fee_payment_url":null,"fingerprint_delay_weeks":null,"fingerprint_fee":null,"fingerprint_method_in_state":null,"fingerprint_method_out_of_state":null,"fingerprint_required":true,"fingerprint_url":null,"fingerprint_vendor":null,"fingerprint_vendor_url":null,"initial_fee_amount":0.0,"initial_fee_breakdown":null,"last_updated":null,"last_verified":null,"license_duration":null,"licensing_pathway":null,"payload_url":null,"processing_time":"Not officially specified","profession":"Certified Nursing Assistant","provisional_info":null,"reciprocity_info":null,"renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years","renewal_fee_amount":null,"renewal_portal_url":null,"required_documents":[{"description":"Certificate of completion from your approved CNA training program.","name":"Proof of Training","url":null},{"description":"Official verification of passing your state's nurse aide competency evaluation.","name":"State Competency Exam Results","url":null},{"description":"through IdentoGO (IDEMIA)","name":"Fingerprint background check","url":null},{"description":"$0","name":"Application fee","url":null}],"slug":"south-dakota-cna","state_name":"South Dakota","state_slug":"south-dakota","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Ensure you meet the South Dakota requirements for CNA registration, which typically involves completing a state-approved nurse aide training program and passing the competency evaluation, or qualifying for endorsement from another state.","title":"Meet Eligibility Requirements","url":null},{"description":"Visit the South Dakota Board of Nursing's Nurse Aide Registry Information page (bon.sd.gov/Nurse-Aide-Registry-Information.aspx) and download the appropriate 'Nurse Aide Registry Application Packet' (Initial or Endorsement).","title":"Download Application Packet","url":null},{"description":"Fill out the downloaded application packet completely and accurately. Ensure all sections, including personal information, education/training details, and eligibility questions, are answered. Remember to sign the application.","title":"Complete Application Form","url":null},{"description":"Collect all required documentation as specified in the application packet. This may include proof of training, competency evaluation results, verification from other states (for endorsement), and any other requested materials.","title":"Gather Supporting Documents","url":null},{"description":"Mail the original signed application packet along with all required supporting documents to the South Dakota Board of Nursing at the address provided in the packet and on their contact page.","title":"Submit Application by Mail","url":null},{"description":"Allow the Board time to process your application. Once approved, your name will be added to the South Dakota Nurse Aide Registry, and you can verify your status via the online verification portal.","title":"Receive Registry Confirmation","url":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":null,"temp_license_fee":null,"temp_license_processing_time":null,"updated_at":"2026-04-11T20:11:59.496936+00:00","verify_license_url":null}