Requirements not individually verified. This page has not been verified against South Dakota-specific rules. Reinstatement eligibility, exam providers, fees, and windows vary by state. Always confirm current requirements directly with South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON) before scheduling your exam. South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON)
How to Reinstate Your Lapsed CNA License in South Dakota
If your CNA certification has lapsed in South Dakota, contact the South Dakota Nurse Aide Registry to find out what options you have. Reinstatement rules, eligibility windows, exam providers, and fees are set by South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON) — they are the only authoritative source for your specific situation.
Contact South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON) for your current eligibility and requirements.
Registry & Authority
South Dakota Nurse Aide Registry
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Confirm with your state registry
Testing is overseen by South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON). Contact SDBON for the current approved exam provider and fee.
Step-by-step reinstatement process in South Dakota
Follow these steps in order to reinstate your South Dakota CNA certification.
Look up the official South Dakota nurse aide registry
Use the official registry link above to visit South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON)'s website. Look up your listing to see your current status and learn who to contact about reinstatement.
Contact the registry to ask about your reinstatement options
Call or email South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON) directly. Explain that your certification has lapsed and ask what your options are. They will tell you your eligibility, current requirements, fees, and approved exam provider — if any reinstatement path is available to you.
Follow the process your registry specifies
Reinstatement processes vary by state and individual situation. Follow the exact steps South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON) provides. This may involve scheduling an exam, completing training hours, or other requirements specific to your case.
Confirm your active listing before returning to work
After completing all requirements, verify that your listing shows as active in the South Dakota registry before accepting a nursing aide position. Do not work in a nurse aide role until your listing is confirmed.
Always verify with the official registry
State requirements change. Confirm current reinstatement rules with South Dakota Board of Nursing (SDBON) before scheduling your exam. The information above reflects publicly available guidance as of 2025–2026.
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