South Carolina Real Estate Agent Continuing Education Requirements

• 10 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  5 license classes
  • Associate
  • Broker-in-Charge
  • Associate and Broker
  • Salesperson / Broker CE — Standard (Active, not BIC)
  • Broker-in-Charge (BIC)

  Course for these classes is in board review.

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• 8 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  2 license classes
  • Broker-in-Charge
  • Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (BIC)

  Course for these classes is in board review.

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• 4 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  3 license classes
  • SC Real Estate Partial CE Exemption
  • Associate and Broker
  • Partial CE Waiver — 25+ Years Licensed (Non-BIC)

  Course for these classes is in board review.

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How renewal works

From course to renewed license in South Carolina

1. Step 1

   Pick the course for your license class

   Each course above is planned to the 10 hours and topics South Carolina Real Estate Commission (SC Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation) requires.

2. Step 2

   Complete it online, at your pace

   Timed lessons and checkpoints record your seat time so the hours hold up to an audit.

3. Step 3

   Download your certificate instantly

   Your certificate lists the approved hours and completion date the moment you pass.

4. Step 4

   Renew with the board

   We report your completion to CE Broker for the board within 14 days. Then renew every 2 years through the board.

Questions South Carolina real estate agents ask

Frequently asked questions

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.