SOUTH DAKOTA INSURANCE PRELICENSING INFORMATION
South Dakota does not require licensing candidates to complete prelicensing education; however, ExamFX highly recommends that you complete an educational course before attempting to take your state’s licensing exam.
WHAT’S IN MY COURSE?
Navigate to ExamFX’s home page and select the line of authority you’re interested in to learn more about our comprehensive insurance training packages.
DON'T FORGET YOUR GUARANTEE EXAM!
ExamFX is so confident in the quality of its material that we offer our customers a first-time pass guarantee. If you don’t pass the first time around, we will refund your money. To qualify for this offer, you must pass our Guarantee Exam with a score of 80% to determine maximum exam readiness. While completing this portion of your online course is not required, we highly recommend taking this extra step.
HOW DO I GET MY LICENSE?
Step 1 (optional): Complete an optional prelicensing course that helps prepare you to take and pass your licensing exam.
Step 2: Schedule your exam online with your state’s testing provider, PearsonVUE. You may also schedule over the phone at (888) 873-6205. The examination fee for an individual exam is $85 and for a combination exam, $95. Fees must be paid at the time of reservation by credit card, debit card, voucher, or electronic check. Fees will not be accepted at the test center.
If you need to reschedule your exam, you must do so at least 24 hours prior to your testing appointment or you will forfeit your examination fee. If you are cancelling your appointment, you must do so at least three calendar days prior to your appointment.
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Step 3: Take and pass your state licensing exam. On the day of your appointment you must bring with you one valid form of government issued identification (driver’s license, passport, military I.D., etc.), which must contain a photograph and a signature. You will not be able to take your exam if these requirements are not met.
When candidates complete the examination, they will receive a score report marked “pass” or “fail.” Candidates who pass the examination will receive a score report that includes information on how to apply for a license.
Step 4: Apply for your license at www.sircon.com/southdakota or www.nipr.com within 12 months of passing the examination.
Step 5: Maintain your license by being aware of your continuing education requirements. Most insurance licenses must be maintained by completing a certain number of credit hours of continuing education each licensing period. ExamFX offers continuing education courses that will help you comply with your state’s requirements. Click here to view your state’s education rules and stay on top of your license.
WHAT WILL MY EXAM BE LIKE?
Your exam experience is dependent on the line of authority you are testing for but all licensing exams will be multiple choice and take place on a computer. Carefully review the below examination breakdowns to learn important factors like:
- the number of questions on your exam
- the time limit
- the subjects that you will be tested on
- the score that you must achieve to pass the exam
South Dakota Life Insurance Agent Examination
90 Questions (75 scored, 15 pretest)
Time limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our South Dakota Life exam prep course.
South Dakota Accident and Health or Sickness Insurance Examination
90 Total Questions (75 scored, 15 pretest)
Time limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our South Dakota Health exam prep course.
South Dakota Life and Accident & Health Insurance Examination
145 Total Questions (130 scored, 15 pretest)
Time limit: 2.5 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our South Dakota Life and Health exam prep course.
South Dakota Property Insurance Examination
90 Total Questions (75 scored; 15 pretest)
Time limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
South Dakota Casualty Insurance Examination
90 Total Questions (75 scored; 15 pretest)
Time limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
South Dakota Property and Casualty Insurance Examination
145 Total Questions (130 scored; 15 pretest)
Time limit: 2.5 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our South Dakota Property and Casualty exam prep course.
South Dakota Personal Lines Insurance Examination
111 Total Questions (100 scored; 11 pretest)
Time limit: 2 hours
Passing score: 70%
Train for your test with our South Dakota Personal Lines exam prep course.
I FAILED MY EXAM. NOW WHAT?
We are sorry to hear that you have failed your first attempt at passing your state’s licensing exam. These licensing exams are difficult and some candidates must try again to reach their goal. We want to help you get there, so we recommend that you:
Step 1: A candidate who failed can schedule for a new exam within one day; there is no limit to the number of attempts a candidate can make on the same exam. Exams may not be rescheduled at the testing center. Candidates must follow the original scheduling instructions as indicated previously.
Step 2: ExamFX’s subject matter experts are available by email at [email protected] to help you pass your licensing exam on your next attempt. Many testing providers will supply you with a score report or performance summary after your testing appointment. Use this report to let the ExamFX subject matter experts know what areas of the exam that you are struggling the most with.
Step 3: Study your materials. ExamFX materials are created by analyzing the exact testing outline supplied by your testing provider or Department of Insurance. This means that all the information that you need to pass your exam is within your course. Be confident that with more studying, you can pass your licensing exam and achieve your goals!
MORE QUESTIONS?
ExamFX recommends that you contact your Department of Insurance or testing center directly.
For licensing information please contact:
South Dakota Division of Insurance
Department of Labor and Regulation
124 S Euclid Ave, 2nd Floor
Pierre, SD 57501
Phone (605) 773-3563
Website www.dir.sd.gov/insurance
For examination information:
Pearson VUE SDDOI
Attn: Regulatory Program
5601 Green Valley Dr.
Bloomington, MN 55437
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.pearsonvue.com
The information displayed above is for informational purposes only. ExamFX is not responsible for the accuracy of the information on this page. All steps have been taken to make sure that the information relayed on this page is accurate; however, information is subject to change without notice. It is the responsibility of the producer to be compliant per their states requirements.
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