South Dakota Workforce Skills Development

State :                     South Dakota

Population :           886,667

Main Cities :           Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen

The service industry is the largest economic contributor in South Dakota. Primarily Retail, Finance, and Health care industries. Traditionally, Agriculture has been a primary component of the economy of South Dakota. Although other industries have increased in recent years, agricultural production is still very important to the state's economy. Ethanol Production has a considerable economic impact on the state. South Dakota is the sixth leading ethanol-producing state in the nation. Tourism is an important sector in South Dakota's economy. Many tourists travel to the state to view attractions, such as the Black Hills region, historic Deadwood, Mount Rushmore, and the nearby state and national parks.

The following list of free online courses have been identified by the Alison US Workforce Team as particularly suited for skills development in the state.