# S.D. Codified Laws § 36-7-12.1: Pharmacology studies and clinical experience to be completed--Passing grade on pharmacology portion of national board examination to be attained

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SD_T36_C7_S36-7-12.1

## Section

- **Citation:** S.D. Codified Laws § 36-7-12.1
- **Heading:** Pharmacology studies and clinical experience to be completed--Passing grade on pharmacology portion of national board examination to be attained
- **Jurisdiction:** South Dakota
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** SD Code / Title 36 / Chapter 7 / Section 36-7-12.1

## Text

Any applicant for licensure as an optometrist after July 1, 1986, shall satisfactorily complete all pharmacology studies and clinical experience required by this chapter and the board, and attain a passing grade on the pharmacology portion of a national board examination approved by the board.

Source: SL 1986, ch 306, § 12; SL 2022, ch 147, § 6.

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