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Per Governor Noem’s Executive Order aimed at controlling the spread of COVID-19 in South Dakota, South Dakota Department of Education personnel are currently working remotely. If you have questions regarding educator certification please email certification@state.sd.us with your contact information.



Certification: Educator Overview

Office of Educator Certification hours of operation (Monday through Friday):

  • Certification staff processes applications daily from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Central
  • Certification staff responds to emails and phone calls daily from 8 - 10 a.m. and 3 - 5 p.m. Central



COVID-19 and Educator Certification:



Apply for Certifications
Applications
Teacher 411 Educator Lookup
Teacher411 Educator Lookup is an online search tool which provides information about South Dakota educators, and requirements to be considered certified to teach an assignment or act as an administrator or education specialist.
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Educator Certification Information
Out-of-State Reciprocity
Certification Renewal
Endorsements
Forms
Certificaton Forms
Resources
South Dakota Preparation Programs and Coursework Offerings
State-Designated Tests
FAQs
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How to Submit Official Transcripts

    University may:

    Applicant may:
    • Mail official/original transcripts (transcripts may be removed from the sealed envelope)
      800 Governors Drive Pierre, SD 57501
    Transcripts may NOT be submitted as a pdf or attached to an email



Questions can be directed to: certification@state.sd.us.