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How to Renew Your South Carolina Architect License

South Carolina architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR) rule on September 10, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
June 30, 2027
Exam to renew
Required

Who has to renew

This guide covers South Carolina architects holding a license in one of these classes: Architect, Standard Biennial CE – All HSW. Requirements are set by South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR).

When to renew

South Carolina architects licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is June 30, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (S.C. Code Regs. § 11-8 (Reg. 11-8(A)): Certificates of Registration issued to individuals expire biennially; llr.sc.gov/arch/faq/Architect_Renewal.aspx: 'The biennial licensure period is July 1 – June 30 (odd years)'; llr.sc.gov/arch/INSTRUCTIONS RECIP.aspx: 'Your individual license in South Carolina expires biennially on June 30')

The continuing education South Carolina requires

South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) — at least 24 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    South Carolina sets architects requirements by license class (Architect, Standard Biennial CE – All HSW). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is June 30, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the South Carolina architects course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In South Carolina, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR)

    Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. This renewal also requires passing an exam. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR)

South Carolina architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do South Carolina architects need?
South Carolina architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR).
Which license classes does the South Carolina architects CE requirement apply to?
The 24 hours requirement applies to: Architect, Standard Biennial CE – All HSW.
What topics are required for South Carolina architects continuing education?
South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR) requires coverage of: Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) (24 hours).
Is an exam required to renew a South Carolina architects license?
Yes — South Carolina Board of Architectural Examiners (SC LLR) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
Can South Carolina architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the South Carolina requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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