Occupational Therapist Licensure in South Dakota
-
Timeline 6-9 weeks
-
Initial Costs $148
-
Renewal Costs $50
-
CE Requirements 12 Points
-
Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Occupational Therapist license in South Dakota, you'll be working with the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners (SDBMOE). You will submit your application through their online system, the MySD Account portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check process and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the MySD Account portal to create your login. Once inside, you can start the application for "Occupational Therapist."
- Request Official Documents: You cannot send these yourself! Request your official transcripts from your university and your score transfer from NBCOT to be sent directly to the Board.
- Complete the Background Check: As of July 2024, all new applicants must undergo a criminal background check. The Board will mail you a fingerprint packet and instructions after you apply, so keep an eye on your mailbox and complete this step as soon as it arrives.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Driver's License or Government ID, Social Security Number, and your employment history for the application.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from the school) and NBCOT Score Verification (sent directly from NBCOT).
- Exams: You need to have passed the NBCOT. There is no specific state jurisprudence exam required for standard licensure, but if you plan to use Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs) and didn't cover them in school, you may need a separate certification.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in South Dakota:
- Application Fee: $50
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $68 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $30 (approximate)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $148
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: South Dakota Occupational Therapist renewal happens annually and is due by January 1.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $50.
Note: Watch out—licenses expire on January 1st and failure to renew results in automatic forfeiture, so be sure to renew early!
CE Requirements
12 Continuing Competency Points required every year.
Deadline: January 1st of each year.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist pros: you can do all 12 points online! South Dakota currently has no limit on home-study or self-study credits, making it easy to manage your Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs while on the road.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be approved by the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted as they provide AOTA-approved content. Note that 1 point is credited for each hour of attendance at a professional education activity.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
Excluded Topics: CPR, business management, marketing, and social work courses that do not directly relate to clinical occupational therapy practice.
New Licensee Rule: The board may waive the continuing competency requirement for your first renewal if you were licensed within the 12 months immediately preceding the renewal date.
Reporting: South Dakota uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates during renewal, but you must maintain your records for at least 3 years in case of an audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners:
- Address: 101 N Main Ave Ste 301 Sioux Falls, SD 57104-6411
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (605) 367-7781
- Fax: (605) 367-7786
- Email: sdbmoe@state.sd.us
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.
Start your job search
Find vetted recruiters who have the jobs you want!
Get matched with vetted recruiters from multiple agencies who have the most jobs in your preferences!
How to Apply
To secure your Travel Occupational Therapist license in South Dakota, you'll be working with the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners (SDBMOE). You will submit your application through their online system, the MySD Account portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check process and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the MySD Account portal to create your login. Once inside, you can start the application for "Occupational Therapist."
- Request Official Documents: You cannot send these yourself! Request your official transcripts from your university and your score transfer from NBCOT to be sent directly to the Board.
- Complete the Background Check: As of July 2024, all new applicants must undergo a criminal background check. The Board will mail you a fingerprint packet and instructions after you apply, so keep an eye on your mailbox and complete this step as soon as it arrives.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Driver's License or Government ID, Social Security Number, and your employment history for the application.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from the school) and NBCOT Score Verification (sent directly from NBCOT).
- Exams: You need to have passed the NBCOT. There is no specific state jurisprudence exam required for standard licensure, but if you plan to use Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs) and didn't cover them in school, you may need a separate certification.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in South Dakota:
- Application Fee: $50
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $68 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $30 (approximate)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $148
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: South Dakota Occupational Therapist renewal happens annually and is due by January 1.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $50.
Note: Watch out—licenses expire on January 1st and failure to renew results in automatic forfeiture, so be sure to renew early!
CE Requirements
12 Continuing Competency Points required every year.
Deadline: January 1st of each year.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Occupational Therapist pros: you can do all 12 points online! South Dakota currently has no limit on home-study or self-study credits, making it easy to manage your Travel Occupational Therapist CEUs while on the road.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be approved by the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted as they provide AOTA-approved content. Note that 1 point is credited for each hour of attendance at a professional education activity.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
Excluded Topics: CPR, business management, marketing, and social work courses that do not directly relate to clinical occupational therapy practice.
New Licensee Rule: The board may waive the continuing competency requirement for your first renewal if you were licensed within the 12 months immediately preceding the renewal date.
Reporting: South Dakota uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates during renewal, but you must maintain your records for at least 3 years in case of an audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners:
- Address: 101 N Main Ave Ste 301 Sioux Falls, SD 57104-6411
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (605) 367-7781
- Fax: (605) 367-7786
- Email: sdbmoe@state.sd.us
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.