To renew a license, an audiologist shall complete a minimum of twelve hours of continuing education on or before July first and submit evidence of completion with the application required by SDCL 36-24-28.1. This section does not apply to an audiologist who is renewing for the first time.

1. (1) Improves or maintains the audiologist's professional skills; or
2. (2) Broadens or refreshes the audiologist's knowledge of governing laws, rules, or ethical standards.

An activity is eligible for credit toward continuing education hours if it relates to the practice of audiology and either:

Source: 24 SDR 33, effective September 22, 1997 ; 52 SDR 35, effective October 7, 2025 .

General Authority: SDCL 36-24-4 7 (2) .

Law Implemented: SDCL 36-24-12.1 ( 4 ) , 36-24-28.1 .

Prior versions effective: 1997-09-22.