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How to Renew Your South Carolina Landscape Architect License

South Carolina landscape architects must complete 20 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by South Carolina Board of Landscape Architectural Examiners (LLR).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the South Carolina Board of Landscape Architectural Examiners (LLR) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
20 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
January 31, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers South Carolina landscape architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by South Carolina Board of Landscape Architectural Examiners (LLR).

When to renew

South Carolina landscape architects licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is January 31, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (SC Landscape Architects: 2027-2029 renewal deadline Jan 31, 2027; opens Nov 2026 (llr.sc.gov))

The continuing education South Carolina requires

South Carolina Board of Landscape Architectural Examiners (LLR) requires 20 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • 15 of 20 hours must be structured HSW topics
  • Max 5 hours practice-related or self-directed

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    South Carolina sets landscape architects requirements by license class (All licensees). 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 January 31, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 20 hours of board-approved continuing education

    South Carolina Board of Landscape Architectural Examiners (LLR) requires 20 hours every 2 years, including 15 of 20 hours must be structured HSW topics, Max 5 hours practice-related or self-directed. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the South Carolina landscape 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 of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

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

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

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

South Carolina landscape architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do South Carolina landscape architects need?
South Carolina landscape architects must complete 20 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by South Carolina Board of Landscape Architectural Examiners (LLR).
What topics are required for South Carolina landscape architects continuing education?
South Carolina Board of Landscape Architectural Examiners (LLR) requires coverage of: 15 of 20 hours must be structured HSW topics; Max 5 hours practice-related or self-directed.
Can South Carolina landscape 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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