South Carolina real estate CE courses

Curated courses matched to South Carolina’s salespersons and brokers renewal mandates — with prices, accreditation, and format. Plain listings, no affiliate markup.

10CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: Biennial renewal, licenses expire June 30 (half renew even years, half odd years). Inactive-renewal licensees exempt until reactivation.

Source: South Carolina Real Estate Commission

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Mandated topics

Topic	Hours	Frequency	Who
Mandatory/core course	4 hours	Every 2 years	All licensees
Electives	6 hours	Every 2 years	All licensees

Mandatory/core course (4 hours, every 2 years)

Mandatory/core course (South Carolina CE)

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 4h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Covers the mandatory/core course requirement (4h). Confirm the course's current state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.

Electives (6 hours, every 2 years)

Advocating for Short Sale Clients

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Carolina CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

AI in Real Estate: Usage, Oversight, and Scam Awareness

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Carolina CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Preparing a Market Analysis - Best Practices

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Carolina CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Personal Safety

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Carolina CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Lead Awareness and Compliance

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Carolina CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Working With Real Estate Investors: Understanding Investor Strategies

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Carolina CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

The Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for South Carolina CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Complete renewal bundles

One purchase covering your full 10-hour renewal — usually cheaper than buying courses individually.

South Carolina 10-Hour CE Renewal PackageBundle

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 10h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$99.00typical package price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: PSI's online store sells The CE Shop's state-approved CE courses — select your state on the store page for state-specific packages and special pricing.

Free options

Accredited free courses. Note: free options rarely cover state-specific mandates — verify each mandate is satisfied.

Fairhaven 2.0: Fair Housing SimulationFree

National Association of REALTORS · 2h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (National Association of REALTORS is an approved continuing education provider in South Carolina; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

Freefree; NAR membership requiredView course →

Note: Free for NAR members; meets NAR's fair housing training requirement. State CE credit is not automatic — confirm South Carolina accepts it before counting it toward renewal.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do South Carolina salespersons and brokers need?

South Carolina salespersons and brokers need 10 CE hours every 2 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics for South Carolina real estate renewal?

Each renewal: 4 hours mandatory/core course; 6 hours electives. See the mandated topics table above for the full breakdown.

When is the South Carolina real estate renewal deadline?

Biennial renewal, licenses expire June 30 (half renew even years, half odd years). Inactive-renewal licensees exempt until reactivation.

Do online real estate CE courses count, and are completions reported?

Yes — South Carolina accepts online CE from approved providers. Most national providers report completions to the South Carolina Real Estate Commission electronically; confirm reporting when you enroll and keep your certificates until renewal is confirmed.

Disclaimer: CECourse is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any course provider listed on this page. We do not control provider pricing, course availability, content, accreditation status, or board reporting — all of which may change without notice. Course listings are curated for convenience and were last verified on 10-06-2026. Requirements change — always verify current mandates with the South Carolina Real Estate Commission. CECourse does not guarantee that any listed course satisfies your specific renewal requirements.

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