South Dakota Real Estate Broker & Sales License Post-Licensing

Requirements Overview

Total Hours:  30
Elective Hours:  0
Mandatory Hours:  30
License Renewal Period:  2 Year(s)
Demo of Online Real Estate Continuing Education  

Requirement Details


South Dakota State Requirement Details for New Broker Associates Real Estate Post-Licensing

South Dakota School Code/Approval Number: Course approval numbers are listed next to each course.

For the first two (2) licensing periods after initial licensure, new Broker Associates initially licensed on or after July 1, 2009 need to complete a total of 60 hours, 30 hours in each of the first two licensing periods, of post-licensing education.

  • Renewal deadline November 30th. If it is your year to renew, renewal forms MUST be in the SD REC office by Nov 30th of that year. 
  • For the first initial licensing period, new broker associates need to complete 30 hours, including a minimum of 6 hours in each of the following areas:
    • Agency
      • The 11 hour Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) course above meets 2 hours of this area.
    • Contracts
    • Fiduciary Duties/Trust Accounting/Earnest Money
      • The Title and Escrow: Two Families, One Transaction course above meets 3 hours of this area and,
      • The 11 hour Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) course above meets 6 hours of this area and,
      • The Uncle Sam has Homes for Sale: Listing and Selling HUD Homes course above meets 3 hours of this area.
    • Business Planning/Etiquette
      • The Roadmap to Success: Business Planning for Real Estate Professionals course above meets 3 hours of this area.
    • Ethics/Professional Liability
      • The Cracking the Code of Ethics course above meets 3 hours of this area and,
      • The Diversity: Your Kaleidoscope of Clients course above meets 3 hours of this area and,
      • The Foreclosures Demystified course above meets 3 hours of this area.
  • For the 2nd licensing period, new broker associates need to complete 30 additional hours, including a minimum of 6 hours in each of the following areas:
    • Negotiation
    • Real Estate License Law
    • Technology
    • Marketing/Advertising
      • The 11 hour Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) course above meets 3 hours of this area.
    • Property Issues
      • The Going Green: The Environmental Movement in Real Estate course above meets 3 hours of this area.
  • Education hours that are used to activate a license may not be used again to renew a license.
  • South Dakota Real Estate Commission Administrative Rule 20:69:00:07:01 – Criteria for distance education or independent study course approval. (8) The course provider must require that the student pass an appropriate exam to successfully complete and receive credit. An examination will be considered appropriate if it contains at least five multiple-choice questions for each hour of credit and requires a minimum passing score of 80 percent.

Immediately upon real estate course completion, The CE Shop will provide students with an electronic copy of the course Certificate of Completion. Certificates will remain in your account for a minimum of five (5) years, should you need additional copies at a later time. Licensees are encouraged to retain copies of their Certificates of Completion in the event that they are audited by the state. Please refer to your renewal application to determine if you need to submit your Certificate(s) of Completion with your renewal.

Real estate course completions are recorded with the South Dakota Real Estate Commission each business day. Generally it may take 2-4 business days from the time we report your hours before the Commission updates your license and/or updates their website with the hours. The SD REC has advised us that course may take 2-3 weeks after we report to the state to be posted to licensees' education reports by the SD REC. Licensees who wait until the last minute of their renewal year to complete their education may not receive their new license in time to remain on active status.

Please enter your individual license number correctly and fully when prompted in the registration process to ensure the reporting of your hours takes place.



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South Dakota Real Estate Online Courses

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Course Name State State Approval # Total Hours Elective Hours Mandatory Hours Suggested Retail Sale Price  
Certified Short Sale Agent (CSSA)

The short sale has become a key opportunity for real estate professionals in our current real estate market.  The spike in the rate of properties becoming distressed has caused an increase in number of homeowners requiring the use of short sales in order to avoid the negative impacts of foreclosure.  You, as a trained and certified short sales expert, will be able to take advantage of these opportunities and increase the number of sales you can achieve.

This professional certification course* will provide you with the critical knowledge and techniques you will need in order to understand the short sales process, avoid common mistakes, and increase your business through the selling of distressed real estate.  You will learn the “ins and outs” of the entire short sale process from “A to Z”, including gaining an understanding of how to assemble winning short sale packages and increasing your income.

Course highlights include:

  • Strategies that will improve your chances of receiving the most commission from each transaction.
  • Forms and documents that will significantly increase the profitability of your short sale business.
  • A detailed explanation of the short sale transaction process and how it differs from traditional sales transactions.
  • Directions on putting together short sale packages that will generate more closings.
  • Tips on automating and streamlining your short sale process using the latest technology.
  • Powerful short sale marketing strategies that will help you reach more buyers for a fraction of your current budget.

*Please note this professional designation/certification course is not affiliated with or endorsed by the National Association of REALTORS or any specific State Real Estate Commission.

PROMOTION CODES ARE NOT ACCEPTED FOR THIS COURSE.

*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 2 hours in the area, Ethics & Professional Liability AND 2 hours in the area, Fiduciary Duties/Trust Accounting/Earnest Money for a total of 4 hours of post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3717B614 4 0 4   $149.00
Cracking the Code of Ethics

Ethical real estate professionals who adhere to a high set of standards are the foundation for restoring confidence and stability in an unsure marketplace.  The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) relies on its Code of Ethics to ensure that real estate professionals are conducting business in an honest manner and with the highest degree of integrity. 

This course reviews the Code of Ethics in spirit and language. Recent updates are highlighted and case studies clarify how the code translates into your everyday dealings. 

Ethics principles are a standard component of continuing education. In addition, this course fulfills the ethics training mandated by the National Association of REALTORS® for its members.

Course Highlights

  • Review of the 17 articles in the NAR’s Code of Ethics
  • Spotlight on new and amended Articles and Standards of Practice
  • Activities crafted from Case Interpretations

*This course meets the NAR QUADRENNIAL requirement

*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 3 hours in the area, Ethics/Professional Liability for post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3550R313 3 0 3   $29.00
Diversity: Your Kaleidoscope of Clients

The real estate market reflects the diverse population that is present in the United States today with individuals of different races, ethnicities, lifestyles, and cultures. The interests and goals of individuals within diverse populations influence their decision making process within the purchase of real estate. It is critical that the successful real estate professional understands and adapts to others’ lifestyles.

Course highlights include:

  • Resources that will help you identify the diversity of the population living in your area
  • Numerous examples of characteristics and beliefs that can be present in a diverse population
  • Statistics from the National Association of REALTORS® relating to diversity
  • A summary of requirements outlined in various fair housing laws and details about federally protected classes
  • Suggestions that will help you in your efforts working with a diverse group of clients
*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 3 hours in the area, Ethics/Professional Liability for post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3561R313 3 0 3   $29.00
Foreclosures Demystified

In today`s real estate marketplace, foreclosures and short sales are a part of the landscape. This course will help you to gain a clear understanding of the steps of the foreclosure process.

Course highlights include:

  • Details about legislation that has been enacted to assist distressed homeowners
  • Rebuilding steps for homeowners who are recovering from foreclosure
  • An explanation of the differences between judicial foreclosure and trust deed non-judicial foreclosure processes
  • Foreclosure avoidance tips and ideas
  • Details outlining the foreclosure process
*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 3 hours in the area, Ethics/Professional Liability for post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3548R313 3 0 3   $29.00
Going Green: The Environmental Movement in Real Estate

In this course, we will discuss the runaway trend in the real estate market to go "green." As more and more clients search exclusively for green homes, it is more important than ever to understand what "green" means and how you can utilize knowledge of "green" living in your efforts marketing and searching for properties.

Course highlights include:

  • Tools that can be shared with your clients so they can measure the impact their lifestyles could leave on the environment, along with helpful tips for reducing their negative impact.
  • Descriptions and videos about popular "green" building, design, and landscaping materials, which will help you identify "green"; features during showings.
  • Videos and Internet resources providing details on programs such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH), and ENERGY STAR®, and details about "green" property requirements, as outlined by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
  • Recommendations that you can share with your seller clients on how they can make inexpensive, effective "green" changes to their homes that appeal to eco-conscious buyers.
  • Suggestions on ways you can "go green" in your real estate business, and details about going paperless.
*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 3 hours in the area, Property Issues for post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3549R313 3 0 3   $29.00
Online Risk Management

Infinite prospecting and advertising opportunities are available to real estate professionals through social media, blogging, property listing website, and email resources. Whether you’re an experienced Internet-savvy professional or have yet to create a Facebook profile, this course will help you gain an understanding of the legal, regulatory, ethical, and professional issues that should shape your online content and conduct.

This exciting new course features:

  • Resources to help you in developing your online presence through personal websites, blogs, social media profiles, email campaigns, etc.
  • Tech tips from Amy Chorew that will assist you in protecting your online image
  • Details on reducing legal, ethical, regulatory, and practical risk you face through your online real estate activities
  • Checklists with website best practices and email etiquette tips that can be used in your online marketing activities
  • A handout with tips on avoiding E&O insurance claims stemming from your online real estate activities
*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 3 hours in the area, Ethics/Professional Liability for post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3881R315 3 0 3   $29.00
Real Estate Investors and Your Business

It is estimated that approximately $300 billion in real estate is transacted by investors each year. Grab your piece of the pie by understanding the driving forces in the dynamic residential real estate investment market. Possessing knowledge of the strategies and mindsets of investors will help you serve your valuable investor clients effectively, responsibly, and ethically. Through this course, you will learn the impact of real estate investment in the United States, the opportunities that exist for investors, and your role in representing the residential real estate investor.

Course highlights include:

  • Resources from Keller Williams Publishing, National Real Estate Investors Association, OwnAmerica, and the National Association of REALTORS® that will help you serve your investor clients
  • A Criteria Worksheet handout that can be utilized in your efforts finding properties for your clients
  • Insights from The Millionaire Real Estate Investor, Personal Real Estate Investor Magazine, and Crash Boom! that will help you understand the mindset and strategies of investors
  • Details about real estate market conditions and the impact of investors on the market over time
  • Tips for acting ethically, providing a high level of service, and avoiding liability issues while working with investors
*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 1 hour in the area, Fiduciary Duties/Trust Accounting/Earnest Money for a total of 1 hour of post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3789B314 1 0 1   $10.00
Roadmap to Success - Business Planning for Real Estate Professionals

First and foremost, you, as a real estate professional, are an entrepreneur. This course guides you through proven methods to assist you in developing a successful, workable business plan. You will learn about creating a vision for your business and the tools necessary to achieve that vision.

Course highlights include:

  • A Business Plan Worksheet that will help you reflect on your accomplishments and focus on your goals for the future
  • Helpful ideas for defining your real estate business, vision statement and mission statement
  • Details about identifying your strengths and weaknesses, and setting realistic, attainable goals
  • A Business Plan Template that you can edit to create your business plan
  • Instructions on analyzing your sphere of influence and tips for adding contacts to your sphere
  • Tips on calculating the levels of productivity you will need to meet in order to achieve your income and profitability goals
*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 3 hours in the area, Business Planning/Etiquette for post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3645E313 3 0 3   $29.00
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS)

Regardless of how long you have in the real estate business Seller Agency has been available and remains the primary focus for agents across the country. Since the advent of Buyer Agency and the educational programs that followed, education and training for Seller representatives has been lacking, until now. This online interactive course* has been put together by industry leaders to professionals from all stages of their career to a new level of professionalism and competency.

The course will take you through each of the stages of a real estate transaction from the perspective of a Seller’s representative. The course begins by demonstrating practical and ethics ways of identifying potential sellers, educating them on market conditions and properly executing a listing agreement according to best practices and office policy. The course goes on to emphasis that once a listing agreement is in place, the process of positioning and marketing the property is of critical importance given your responsibility to advocating for and protect the best interest of the seller. Our experts will cover topics from appropriate ways to advertise, handle inquiries of various type and non-interference with other agent clients.

The key to any successful transaction is bringing the pieces together and passing the keys from one property owner to another. The course concludes with a comprehensive section dedicated exclusively to this stage of the transaction. Learn how to accurately explain deposit and earnest money obligations, how to handle multiple offer situations as well as inspection contingencies and other possible issues between contract and closing.

*Please note this professional designation/certification course is not affiliated with or endorsed by the National Association of REALTORS or any specific State Real Estate Commission.

*Where this course is approved for state CE credit, the hours of approval will be reflected under the "Elective" or "Mandatory" headings below.  If there are only hours listed in the "Total" column, the course does not carry any CE credit.  Regardless of hours approved, the course is designed to take 12 - 14 hours to complete.

PROMOTION CODES ARE NOT ACCEPTED FOR THIS COURSE.

*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 2 hours in the area, Agency, AND 6 hours in the area, Fiduciary Duties/Trust Accounting/Earnest Money, AND 3 hours in the area, Marketing/Advertising for a total of 11 hours of post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3560B1213 11 0 11 $399.00 $299.00
Title and Escrow: Two Families, One Transaction

In a race, you don't finish unless you cross the finish line. A real estate transaction can be similar. All the hard work, the showings, the negotiations, the contracts, and the communications are all part of the race. The final step, finish line, comes at the closing. The signing of all the documents and transferring of ownership from one person to another comes at the finish line.

Course highlights include:

  • Details that will help you protect ownership rights and understand liens, encumbrances, and title insurance
  • A list of the four basic rights of owning and possessing property and explanations of how these rights impact property owners
  • Characteristics of a valid deed, and descriptions of grant deeds, warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, tax deeds, gift deeds, and deeds in lieu of foreclosure
  • Items included on a full title report, an ownership and encumbrance property report, a legal and vesting report, and a land title report
  • Details about items covered by the lender's title insurance policy and those covered by the borrower's policy
  • An explanation of the contents of the HUD-1 Settlement Statement
*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 3 hours in the area, Fiduciary Duties/Trust Accounting/Earnest Money for post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3551R313 3 0 3   $29.00
Uncle Sam has Homes for Sale: Listing and Selling HUD Homes

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) acquires thousands of homes every year through foreclosure on properties that had Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured mortgages. This course explains the processes and procedures involved in listing and selling HUD homes, including how the properties are awarded to individual brokers for listing, how brokers and agents are compensated for these sales, and how they are listed and marketed.

Course highlights include:

  • Overview of increased commission opportunities
  • Explanation of FHA financing, and the FHA foreclosure process
  • A summary of the roles created through HUD's Management and Marketing III program, and details regarding the duties associated with each role
  • A description of the documents involved in the sale of a HUD home
  • Rules outlining the advertisement of HUD homes
  • Details about the HUD home bidding process
*In South Dakota, this course counts toward 3 hours in the area, Fiduciary Duties/Trust Accounting/Earnest Money for post-licensing education for new broker associates.  *		 SD 3646R313 3 0 3   $29.00
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