South Carolina Real Estate License Requirements
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South Carolina Real Estate Salesperson License Requirements
1. General South Carolina Salesperson License Requirements
The general requirements for real estate salespersons defined by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission are as follows:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Must be lawfully present and eligible to work in the United States
2. Salesperson License Education Requirements in South Carolina
Below are credit hours required for the South Carolina pre-license course to qualify for your salesperson license.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Pre-license Course Hours | 60 hours |
3. Additional Salesperson License Requirements in South Carolina
If you meet the general requirements and have completed your required course credit hours, you will need to complete the following steps to get your Salesperson license:
- Apply for the South Carolina Salesperson examination
- Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check
- Successfully pass the South Carolina Salesperson licensing exam with a score of 70% or higher
- Obtain sponsorship from a licensed South Carolina broker
- Complete the South Carolina Real Estate License application
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South Carolina Real Estate Broker License Requirements
South Carolina State Required Pre-licensing Hours: 90 hours
Colibri Real Estate South Carolina Course Hours Offered: 90 hours
1. General Broker License Requirements in South Carolina
- Be at least 18 years old
- High school graduation or equivalent
2. Broker License Education Requirements in South Carolina
Below are credit hours required for the South Carolina broker license course to qualify for your broker license.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Broker License Course Hours | 60 hours |
| Required Broker License Course Hours | 60 hours |
| Elective Broker License Course Hours | _ hours |
3. Additional Broker License Requirements in South Carolina
If you meet the general requirements and have completed your required course credit hours, you will need to complete the following steps to get your broker license:
- Apply for the broker examination
- Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check
- Successfully pass the South Carolina broker licensing exam with a score of 70% or higher
- Complete the South Carolina Real Estate License application
Regulatory Notes:
Obtaining Certificate of Course Completion: Upon completion of the course, Colibri Real Estate will provide you an electronic certificate of completion in your account dashboard. You will need to submit your certificate of completion with your real estate exam application. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time, therefore that will be the time reflected on your certificate.
South Carolina Real Estate Commission
Website: https://llr.sc.gov/re/
Phone: 803-896-4400
Fax: 803-896-4427
Address: P.O. Box 11847, Columbia, SC 29211
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South Carolina Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Requirements
1. General South Carolina Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Cycle | 2 years |
| Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Date | June 30th |
| Course Expiry Date | Course expiration dates vary but are generally 6 months after enrollment date. |
2. Real Estate Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Education Requirements in South Carolina
Below are credit hours required for the South Carolina broker CE course to qualify for your Salesperson & Broker license renewal
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Course Hours | 10 hours |
| Mandatory Salesperson & Broker CE Course Hours | 4 hours |
| Elective Salesperson & Broker Course Hours | 6 hours |
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Rosters are sent electronically each business day.
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South Carolina Real Estate Broker-in-Charge License Renewal Requirements
1. General South Carolina Broker-in-Charge License Renewal Requirements
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Broker in Charge License Renewal Cycle | 2 years |
| Broker in Charge License Renewal Date | June 30th |
| Course Expiry Date | Course expiration dates vary but are generally 6 months after enrollment date. |
1. Broker-in-Charge License Renewal Education Requirements in South Carolina
Below are credit hours required for the South Carolina broker CE course to qualify for your Broker-in-Charge license renewal.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Course Hours | 10 hours |
| Mandatory Broker CE Course Hours | 8 hours |
| Elective Broker CE Course Hours | 2 hours |
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Roster
Rosters are sent electronically each business day.
Governing Agency
Good to Know
The information provided is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission. For a more detailed requirements breakdown, please see the board’s site.
If you hold Real Estate licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state’s requirements.
Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It’s ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.