"How long does it take to become a hemodialysis technician in South Dakota?"

"Most paths into the hemodialysis technician field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"Do hemodialysis technicians need a license in South Dakota?"

"Yes. South Dakota requires state-level licensing or registration for hemodialysis technicians, administered by the South Dakota Board of Nursing. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

"What apprenticeships are available for hemodialysis technicians in South Dakota?"

"In South Dakota, registered apprenticeships are administered through the South Dakota Department of Labor - Registered Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Hemodialysis Technician in South Dakota

Q: "How much do hemodialysis technicians earn in South Dakota?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), hemodialysis technicians in South Dakota earned a median annual wage of approximately $52,970 (using the related \"Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other\" BLS category, since hemodialysis technician wages are not tracked separately). Employment concentration in South Dakota is roughly 0.43 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "What is the job outlook for hemodialysis technicians in South Dakota?"

"South Dakota currently employs approximately 230 workers in the related \"Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other\" BLS category, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 5.2% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

South Dakota health technologists and technicians, all other earn a median annual wage of $52,970 ($25.47/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 230 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 5.3% above the national median of $50,290 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $52,970 ($25.47/hr)
25th percentile: $47,330 per year
75th percentile: $63,090 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $90,050 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $38,790 per year
Workers employed in South Dakota: 230
Versus national median: 5.3% above the U.S. median of $50,290
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.43 - this occupation is less concentrated in South Dakota than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, South Dakota employs approximately 230 workers in the related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category (SOC 29-2099), with a median annual wage of $52,970 ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 5.2% from 2024 to 2034, with about 13,600 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a hemodialysis technician in South Dakota, including certification options, training programs, and salary data.

A note on salary data: The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not track hemodialysis technician salaries as a separate category. The wage figures on this page are based on the closest matching BLS classification: Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other (SOC 29-2099). Actual hemodialysis technician earnings may vary.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Hemodialysis Technician in South Dakota

How do I become a hemodialysis technician in South Dakota? South Dakota requires credentials such as Dialysis Technician. The licensing authority is the South Dakota Board of Nursing ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in South Dakota? Yes. South Dakota has licensing or registration requirements for hemodialysis technicians. The South Dakota Board of Nursing oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do hemodialysis technicians earn in South Dakota? The BLS does not track hemodialysis technician wages separately. Based on the related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category, the median annual wage in South Dakota is $52,970, with entry-level wages around $38,790 and experienced workers earning $90,050 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: South Dakota Board of Nursing
Median wage (South Dakota): $52,970 per year (based on related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category) ¹

Hemodialysis Technician License Requirements in South Dakota

The South Dakota Board of Nursing oversees hemodialysis technician licensing in South Dakota ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Dialysis Technician	A dialysis technician is an individual who is not licensed as a nurse but is trained to assist a nurse in outpatient hemodialysis units with the provision of basic clinical and technical tasks in the…

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Hemodialysis Technician Wages by Metro Area in South Dakota

Note: The BLS does not track hemodialysis technician wages separately. The data below is based on the closest matching category: Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other (SOC 29-2099).

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), health technologists and technicians, all other wages in South Dakota vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Sioux Falls	150	$52,970	$58,340	$36,120	$82,460
Sioux City	100	$45,710	$48,380	$37,830	$62,970
Rapid City	50	$48,440	$58,790	$40,230	$98,570

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Hemodialysis technicians in South Dakota

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest hemodialysis technician employment within South Dakota according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Sioux Falls	150	$52,970
Rapid City	50	$48,440

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for hemodialysis technicians in South Dakota? South Dakota employs approximately 230 workers in the related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 5.2% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a hemodialysis technician in South Dakota with an out-of-state license? Contact the South Dakota Board of Nursing for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in South Dakota? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in South Dakota.

How much do hemodialysis technicians earn in South Dakota compared to the national average? The median annual wage for hemodialysis technicians in South Dakota is $52,970 (based on the related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category), which is $4,180 above the national median of $48,790 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
South Dakota Board of Nursing - Licensing Information: https://doh.sd.gov/boards/nursing/licensure.aspx ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)