SDCL § 36-18A-27: Architect licensure qualifications--Certification by National Council of Architectural Registration Boards in lieu of qualifications--Board to establish criteria.

Any applicant for licensure as an architect shall provide the following evidence satisfactory to the board:

(1) Graduation with an accredited professional degree in architecture;

(2) Completion of the national architectural intern development program; and

(3) Successful completion of examinations.

The board may qualify an applicant who holds a certification issued by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards in lieu of the qualifications listed in this section. The board shall promulgate rules, pursuant to chapter 1-26, to establish education, experience, and examination criteria.