South Carolina Available Classes

Continuing Education Course Options:

LEGAL HOT TIPS

Self-Paced (Coming Soon) & Zoom Options (Dates Available!)

The South Carolina Legal Hot Tips course is now available via Zoom, with self-paced options coming soon. This mandatory continuing education course provides important updates on legal changes, rules, and regulations affecting the real estate industry in South Carolina, ensuring licensees remain compliant and uphold ethical standards for license renewal.

ETHICS IN REAL ESTATE: THE PROFESSIONAL’S COMPASS

Self-Paced

The South Carolina 3HR Ethics Course is available now and is offered exclusively as a self-paced option, allowing real estate professionals to complete it at their own convenience. This mandatory continuing education course satisfies the elective requirement for license renewal in South Carolina. It provides essential updates on ethical practices, rules, and regulations within the real estate industry. Completion of this course ensures that licensees remain compliant and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethics. Take advantage of this flexible option to fulfill your elective requirement and stay informed about current practices in the industry.

LOAN ASSUMPTION:WHAT BROKERS NEED TO KNOW

Self-Paced

Disclose, Disclose, Disclose is a 4-hour elective class taught via Zoom, designed to help real estate brokers understand the critical importance of full disclosure in transactions. This course covers the legal requirements and best practices for disclosing material facts to clients, ensuring brokers comply with state laws and protect their clients' interests. Gain the knowledge to navigate disclosures with confidence and enhance your professionalism in real estate transactions.

WHEN IN DOUBT, DISCLOSE, DISCLOSE DISCLOSE

Via Zoom

Loan Assumption: What Brokers Need to Know is a 3-hour elective course designed specifically for real estate brokers. This course provides an in-depth understanding of loan assumption processes, helping brokers navigate the complexities of this option for homebuyers and sellers. Brokers will learn about the legal, financial, and procedural aspects of assuming a loan, including eligibility requirements, potential risks, and benefits for clients. The course also covers key terminology, the impact on loan terms, and how to effectively advise clients considering this route. By completing this course, brokers will gain the knowledge needed to guide their clients through the loan assumption process with confidence, ensuring they meet industry standards and provide top-tier service. This course satisfies the 3-hour elective requirement for license renewal. Self-Paced.

What Are the Continuing Education Requirements in SC?

South Carolina State Requirement Details for Real Estate Continuing Education

Renewal Date: 6/30 every two years

Hours Required: 10 hours

Associate or Broker: 

  • 4 hours – Mandatory hours

  • 6 hours – Elective hours

Per South Carolina Section 40-57-340, as a condition of active license renewal, a broker or associate shall provide proof of satisfactory completion biennially of ten hours of continuing education in courses. The ten hours must include a minimum of four hours of instruction in mandated topics.

Broker-in-Charge:

  • 4 hours - Mandatory hours

  • 4 hours - Core hours

  • 2 hours - Elective hours

According to South Carolina Section 40-57-340, a broker-in-charge must submit proof of successful completion of ten hours of continuing education every two years, with courses approved by the commission. Of the ten hours, at least four hours must cover mandatory topics for broker or associate licenses, while an additional four hours must focus on advanced real estate topics specifically designed for brokers-in-charge.