South Carolina Teaching (K-12) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a professional educator certificate misses CE requirements in South Carolina, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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A Professional certificate expired less than ten years is eligible for renewal (renewal credits must have been earned within five years before the renewal request); a certificate expired more than ten years requires a new application ($105 processing fee), fingerprinting/criminal history review, transcripts, and meeting all current requirements.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: South Carolina Department of Education

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