Renew Your SC Broker License with Approved CE
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SC 10-Hour CE Package
BROKER IN-CHARGE- Core Courses (8 Hr. - 2 courses): Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities; Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (3 Hr. - 1 course): Introduction to Real Estate Finance; Assistance Animals And Fair Housing; Upholding Fair Housing Laws; Section 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges; Ethics at Work - NAR ETHICS; First-Time Homebuyers; Preparing a Market Analysis; others.
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SC 10-Hour CE Package
BROKER IN-CHARGE- Core Courses (8 Hr. - 2 courses): Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities; Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (3 Hr. - 1 course): Introduction to Real Estate Finance; Assistance Animals And Fair Housing; Upholding Fair Housing Laws; Section 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges; Ethics at Work - NAR ETHICS; First-Time Homebuyers; Preparing a Market Analysis; others.
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SC 10-Hour CE Package
BROKER IN-CHARGE- Core Courses (8 Hr. - 2 courses): Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities; Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (3 Hr. - 1 course): Introduction to Real Estate Finance; Assistance Animals And Fair Housing; Upholding Fair Housing Laws; Section 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges; Ethics at Work - NAR ETHICS; First-Time Homebuyers; Preparing a Market Analysis; others.
Individual Courses
Not ready for a package? Purchase each course separately at your own pace. All courses are required for sc licensure.
BIC - Elective Course: 3-Hr CE- 3 Ps of Professionalism
BIC - Core Course: 4-Hr Legal Hot Tips 2024 - 2026
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Document Excellence for Smoother Transactions
CE- Real Estate Finance
BIC- A Walk Through the Law
BIC - Core Course: 4-Hr Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities
BIC - Elective Course: 3-Hr CE- Ethics Practicing Professionalism
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr A Brief Introduction to Real Estate Finance
CE - Elective Course: 4-Hr Assistance Animals And Fair Housing
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Did You Serve? Identifying Homebuying Advantages for Veterans
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Fair Share: Protecting Consumers and Your Business from Unfair Practices
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr First-Time Homebuyers: A Niche to Grow On
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Growing Green: Environmental Awareness and Your Real Estate Practice
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Preparing a Market Analysis - Best Practices
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Property Inspection Issues
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Section 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Serving the Unique Needs of the Senior Market
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Sex and Real Estate: Sexual Harassment, Sexual Discrimination, and Fair Housing
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Technology Tools, Trends, and Risk Management
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Using the Code to Solve Ethical Dilemmas
CE - Elective Course: 4-Hr What's a BIC to Do?
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Working With Real Estate Investors: Understanding Investor Strategies
Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 5 simple steps to start your real estate career in South Carolina
Verify Your SC Broker Renewal Date
Biennial Renewal Every June 30
Confirm your SC broker license renewal date using the SCREC online license lookup. All SC broker licenses renew on June 30 of even-numbered years. Plan your CE 90 days ahead of the deadline.
Steps to confirm your renewal timeline.
Complete 4 Hours of Core Broker CE
Legal Hot Tips 2024–2026
Fulfill the 4-hour mandatory core CE requirement with Fortune Academy's SCREC-approved Legal Hot Tips course, focused on current SC real estate law changes, case updates, and regulatory developments relevant to broker practice.
Current SC broker law developments.
Complete 6 Hours of Broker Elective CE
Broker-Focused Topics
Round out your 10-hour CE requirement with Fortune Academy's broker elective library — practical CE for firm operations, advanced agency law, trust accounts, and specialty topics like commercial and property management.
Elective topics tailored to SC broker needs.
BIC Licensees: Complete 4-Hour BIC Duties Core
Required for All Broker-in-Charge
If you serve as Broker-in-Charge of a SC real estate firm, you must complete an additional 4-hour "Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities" SCREC-approved core course each biennial cycle — on top of the standard 10-hour CE.
What the BIC Duties course covers.
Renew Your SC Broker License
Submit CE + Pay Renewal Fee
After completing all required CE, renew your SC broker license via the SCREC online portal. Fortune Academy reports your CE hours automatically — pay the renewal fee and your broker license is current for another 2 years.
Final steps to keep your broker license active.
Meet Our Expert Instructors
Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.
Licensed Broker, GRI
50+ YearsStarted his real estate career in Maryland in 1971. Training director, branch sales manager, and broker in charge of Rescom Realtors.
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Mark Davis-Cote
Licensed Broker, SFR
13+ YearsBA from URI, MBA from Webster University. Licensed salesperson since 2011, broker since 2016, SFR certified.
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Amanda Farnum
Licensed Real Estate Broker
17+ YearsAward-winning agent with experience across residential, commercial, foreclosures, and investments.
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Dale Clift
Real Estate Instructor
40+ YearsPassionate about real estate from age 20. Made it his goal to teach, train, and coach professionals across South Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our real estate courses
How many CE hours do SC brokers need to renew?
SC brokers must complete 10 hours of SCREC-approved Continuing Education every 2 years to renew their broker license — the same 10-hour requirement that applies to salespersons. Broker-in-Charge (BIC) licensees must complete an additional 4 hours of mandatory "Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities" core CE on top of the 10-hour base requirement.
What is the Broker-in-Charge (BIC) CE requirement?
All SC licensees who serve as Broker-in-Charge of a real estate firm must complete an additional 4-hour "Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities" SCREC-approved core course each biennial renewal cycle. This is in addition to the standard 10-hour CE requirement. Fortune Academy's SC Broker CE package includes the BIC Duties core course.
When do SC broker licenses renew?
SC broker licenses renew on the same schedule as salesperson licenses — every 2 years, on June 30 of even-numbered years. SCREC sends renewal reminders 90 days before the deadline, but brokers are responsible for completing CE on time. Late renewals incur penalty fees and can affect your firm's licensure.
Do brokers need the same core CE as salespersons in SC?
Yes — the 4-hour Legal Hot Tips core course is required for all SC licensees including brokers. Additionally, Broker-in-Charge licensees must complete a second 4-hour BIC Duties core course. Fortune Academy's SC Broker CE package includes both core courses plus 6 hours of broker-focused electives.
What elective CE is best for SC brokers?
SC brokers benefit most from electives focused on firm operations: "What's a BIC to Do?", Advanced Agency & Contracts, Trust Account Management, Property Management Fundamentals (for PM firms), Risk Management, and Commercial Real Estate. Fortune Academy's broker CE library includes 20+ SCREC-approved electives tailored to broker practice.
Can SC brokers take CE online?
Yes. Fortune Academy offers all required SC broker CE — including the 4-hour BIC Duties core course — online in a self-paced format. Complete courses on any device, download certificates immediately, and our system reports hours to SCREC automatically.
What happens if a BIC doesn't complete the BIC CE requirement?
If a SC Broker-in-Charge fails to complete the mandatory 4-hour BIC Duties CE course, SCREC can remove their BIC designation — meaning they can no longer serve as the responsible broker for a real estate firm. This can force a firm to find a new BIC or cease operations until compliance is restored. Always stay ahead of BIC CE requirements.
Are there broker-specific CE topics that count toward the 10-hour requirement?
Yes. SC brokers can fulfill their 10 CE hours with broker-focused electives like "BIC - Elective Course: 3-Hr CE- Ethics Practicing Professionalism", "BIC - Elective Course: 3-Hr CE- 3 Ps of Professionalism", and advanced agency/contract courses. Fortune Academy's SC Broker CE package prioritizes broker-relevant topics while satisfying SCREC's 4 core + 6 elective structure.
How much does SC broker continuing education cost?
Fortune Academy's SC Broker CE package includes the 10-hour biennial requirement plus the optional BIC Duties core course at a bundled price. Individual broker electives are also available. Pricing is shown on this page — see the package options to the right. Our bundled SC Broker CE package is the most economical option.
Can I use salesperson CE courses for my broker CE requirement?
Yes, SCREC allows brokers to use most standard salesperson CE courses to satisfy their 10-hour requirement. However, the 4-hour Broker-in-Charge Duties course is BIC-specific and cannot be substituted. Fortune Academy's SC Broker CE package mixes general real estate CE with broker-specific content for the best professional development value.