• SOUTH CAROLINA REAL ESTATE POST-LICENSE

South Carolina Real Estate Post-License Requirements

South Carolina does not have a separate post-license course requirement. New licensees must complete their first 10-hour annual CE renewal within their first license year.

10 hours required

Updated October 19, 2026 · Official source: South Carolina Real Estate Commission

South Carolina Unit II course at a glance

Course
Unit II: Advanced Real Estate Principles, 30 hours
When
After the exam is fine, but it must be done before you apply for your license
Replaces
The former post-licensing course
Proof
Submit your Unit II certificate with your passing score sheets
After licensing
10 hours of CE every 2 years

Source: SCREC: Licensing FAQ · SCREC: Associate Licensure Requirements and Application Process

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South Carolina Unit II: common questions

Does South Carolina still have post-licensing?

Its 30-hour advanced course, Unit II: Advanced Real Estate Principles, is now required before you apply for your license rather than after.

Do I need Unit II before the exam?

No. Unit I (60 hours) qualifies you for the exam. Unit II must be done before you apply for your license, and the certificate can be submitted after the exam.

Who else needs Unit II?

South Carolina residents of more than six months who hold a license in another state must take Unit II before taking the SC exam.

Source: SCREC: Licensing FAQ · SCREC: Associate Licensure Requirements and Application Process