How to Renew Your South Carolina Real Estate Agent License

Who has to renew

This guide covers South Carolina real estate agents holding a license in one of these classes: Associate, Broker-in-Charge, Associate and Broker, Salesperson / Broker CE — Standard (Active, not BIC), Broker-in-Charge (BIC), Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (BIC), SC Real Estate Partial CE Exemption, Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (Non-BIC). Requirements are set by South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation). Hours differ by class — 10 hours for Associate, Broker-in-Charge, Associate and Broker, Salesperson / Broker CE — Standard (Active, not BIC), Broker-in-Charge (BIC); 8 hours for Broker-in-Charge, Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (BIC); 4 hours for SC Real Estate Partial CE Exemption, Associate and Broker, Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (Non-BIC).

When to renew

South Carolina real estate agents 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 Ann. § 40-57-340(A)(3): 'A license must be renewed biennially coinciding with the licensees' continuing education deadline. Approximately one-half of the licensees must renew in even-numbered years and the remainder in odd-numbered years.')

The continuing education South Carolina requires

South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) requires 10 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

• Mandatory/Core course — at least 4 hours
• Elective Courses — at least 6 hours
• Mandatory BIC course — at least 4 hours
• BIC-Specific Advanced Course — at least 4 hours

How to renew, step by step

1. 1

   Confirm your license class and renewal date

   South Carolina sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Associate, Broker-in-Charge, Associate and Broker, Salesperson / Broker CE — Standard (Active, not BIC), Broker-in-Charge (BIC), Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (BIC), SC Real Estate Partial CE Exemption, Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (Non-BIC)). 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 10 hours of board-approved continuing education

   South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) requires 10 hours every 2 years, including Mandatory/Core course, Elective Courses, Mandatory BIC course, BIC-Specific Advanced Course. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

   See the South Carolina real estate agents course
3. 3

   Save your certificate of completion

   Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records; South Carolina audits can reach back several years.

4. 4

   Make sure your hours reach the board

   In South Carolina, the provider reports your completion to CE Broker, which the board reads at renewal, within 14 days of completion. You can confirm your hours are on file in the reporting system linked below.

   Check your hours on file
5. 5

   Renew with South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation)

   Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal 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 Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation)

South Carolina real estate agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do South Carolina real estate agents need?

South Carolina real estate agents must complete 10 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation).

Which license types have different CE requirements in South Carolina?

Requirements differ by license class in South Carolina: 10 hours for Associate, Broker-in-Charge, Associate and Broker, Salesperson / Broker CE — Standard (Active, not BIC), Broker-in-Charge (BIC); 8 hours for Broker-in-Charge, Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (BIC); 4 hours for SC Real Estate Partial CE Exemption, Associate and Broker, Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (Non-BIC).

What topics are required for South Carolina real estate agents continuing education?

South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) requires coverage of: Mandatory/Core course (4 hours); Elective Courses (6 hours); Mandatory BIC course (4 hours); BIC-Specific Advanced Course (4 hours).

Is an exam required to renew a South Carolina real estate agents license?

Yes — South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.

How are completed CE hours reported to South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation)?

Completed hours are reported to CE Broker by the course provider within 14 days of completion. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.

Can South Carolina real estate agents complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the South Carolina requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

Sources

• South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) — official board site
• Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 10, 2026
• South Carolina Real Estate Agents continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class