Online Bartending Course in South Dakota

Get certified and start your bartending career in South Dakota. Learn mixology, cocktail creation, and South Dakota liquor laws — all online, at your own pace.

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Bartending License & Certification in South Dakota

Minimum Age to Bartend
18 years old
Alcohol Serving Hours
7:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Certification Required
No state certification required

South Dakota does not require a specific bartending license. Bartenders must be at least 18 years old. The South Dakota Department of Revenue oversees alcohol licensing. While responsible server training is not state-mandated, tourism-focused employers in Rapid City and Deadwood prefer trained bartenders. Serving hours run from 7:00 AM to 2:00 AM.

Why Take an Online Bartending Course in South Dakota

Whether you're in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Deadwood or anywhere else in South Dakota, our online course lets you train from home on your own schedule.

Learn at Your Own Pace
No fixed class schedules. Study whenever it works for you — mornings, evenings, or weekends. Perfect for South Dakota residents with busy lives.
South Dakota-Relevant Training
Our curriculum covers South Dakota liquor laws, responsible serving practices, and the skills employers in South Dakota are looking for.
Nationally Recognized Certification
Earn a bartending certificate that's recognized across South Dakota and nationwide. Stand out to employers in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Deadwood and beyond.
Affordable & Accessible
A fraction of the cost of in-person bartending school, with the same comprehensive training. Start your South Dakota bartending career without breaking the bank.

What You'll Learn

Our comprehensive online bartending course covers everything you need to start mixing drinks and landing bartending jobs in South Dakota.

200+ Cocktail Recipes

Master classic and modern cocktails with step-by-step video tutorials, from Old Fashioneds to craft cocktails popular in South Dakota.

Bartending Fundamentals

Learn proper techniques for pouring, shaking, stirring, muddling, and garnishing — the skills every South Dakota bar expects.

Spirits & Mixology Knowledge

Understand the major spirit categories, flavor profiles, and how to create balanced cocktails that impress.

Responsible Alcohol Service

Learn South Dakota liquor laws and responsible serving practices to keep your customers safe and your establishment compliant.

Bar Operations & Customer Service

From cash handling to speed service to building rapport — learn the business side of bartending that gets you hired.

Certificate of Completion

Earn your bartending certificate upon finishing the course. Show South Dakota employers you're trained, certified, and ready to work.

Pricing

Affordable Online Bartending & Mixology Course

Whether you're looking for an online only bartending course, a premium package with additional features or a hybrid option that combines the best of both, we have a course package that's right for you!

Online Package

Learn at your own pace, on your own terms. Get certified in as little as 1 week.

$149Save $67.05

$82

Purchase
  • Online Course Lifetime Access
  • Bartending Certificate of Completion
  • Phone & Community Support
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Premium Package

Learn online and get hands-on experience by practicing at home using the included tools.

$369Save $166.05

$203

Purchase
  • Online Course Lifetime Access
  • Bartending Certificate of Completion
  • Phone & Community Support
  • Liquor Laws Certificate for your state
  • Job Placement Assistance
  • Hardcover Textbook
  • Premium Bartending Kit
  • 250+ Piece Flashcards
  • TIPS Certification

Hybrid Package

The best of both worlds. Learn online and get hands-on experience at our location.

$339Save $152.55

$186

Purchase

Only available in California, Seattle and Las Vegas

  • 1 Week In-Person Training
  • Online Course Lifetime Access
  • Bartending Certificate of Completion
  • Phone, Community & In-Person Support
  • Liquor Laws Certificate for your state
  • Job Placement Assistance
  • Hardcover Textbook

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