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CPR Certification in South Dakota
Whether you need CPR certification for your job, to meet school requirements, or for personal preparedness, South Dakota has accredited training centers offering American Red Cross, American Heart Association, and ASHI classes. Most classes include hands-on skills practice and take between 2–6 hours to complete. Certifications are typically valid for two years.
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CPR & First Aid Requirements in South Dakota
South Dakota requires CPR certification for a range of professions including licensed childcare workers, healthcare providers, dental professionals, and EMS personnel. Dentists and dental assistants must maintain Basic Life Support-level CPR certification with a practical skills evaluation component. While CPR training for high school students was approved in 2017, it remains recommended rather than mandatory for graduation. Individual school districts determine CPR requirements for teachers and coaches. Both AHA and Red Cross certifications are accepted statewide, with standard two-year renewal cycles.
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South Dakota requires CPR certification for childcare workers, healthcare providers, dental professionals, and EMS personnel. Dentists and dental assistants must maintain BLS-level CPR with practical skills evaluation. CPR training was approved in 2017 but is recommended, not required, for high school graduation. School districts set individual CPR requirements for teachers and coaches.