Renew Your SC Real Estate License with Approved CE
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SC 10-Hour CE Package
REAL ESTATE AGENT- 2025-26 Core Course (4 Hr.): Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (6 Hr. - 2 courses): 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.
SC 10-Hour CE Package
BROKER- 2025-26 Core Course (4 Hr.): Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (6 Hr. - 2 courses): 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.
About Online Live (Zoom)
Choose Your Package
SC 10-Hour CE Package
REAL ESTATE AGENT- 2025-26 Core Course (4 Hr.): Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (6 Hr. - 2 courses): 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.
SC 10-Hour CE Package
BROKER- 2025-26 Core Course (4 Hr.): Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (6 Hr. - 2 courses): 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.
About Online Self-Paced
Choose Your Package
SC 10-Hour CE Package
REAL ESTATE AGENT- 2025-26 Core Course (4 Hr.): Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (6 Hr. - 2 courses): 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.
SC 10-Hour CE Package
BROKER- 2025-26 Core Course (4 Hr.): Legal Hot Tips
- Elective Courses (6 Hr. - 2 courses): 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.
CE - Elective Course: CE- Ethics Practicing Professionalism
CE- Real Estate Finance
CE- A Walk Through the Law
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr CE- 3 Ps of Professionalism
CE - Core Course: 4-Hr Legal Hot Tips 2024-2026
CE - Core Course: 4-Hr Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Contracts Versus Agency Agreements
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Disclosures, Disclosures, Disclosures
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Property Management Fundamentals
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr CE- Federal Laws Update
CE - Elective Course: 2-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
Course CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Document Excellence for Smoother Transactions
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: 4-Hr Residential Property Management Essentials (4)
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Property Inspection Issues
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Preparing a Market Analysis - Best Practices
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 The Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Using the Code to Solve Ethical Dilemmas
CE - Elective Course: 3-Hr Working With Real Estate Investors: Understanding Investor Strategies
Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 4 simple steps to start your real estate career in South Carolina
Check Your SC Renewal Date
Renewal Every 2 Years (June 30)
Find your renewal date in the SCREC online license lookup. All SC real estate licenses renew on June 30 of even-numbered years, and you must complete 10 CE hours before renewing.
Don't wait until the last minute — plan your CE well in advance.
Complete 4 Hours of Mandatory Core CE
Legal Hot Tips + Required Core Topics
SCREC requires 4 hours of mandatory core courses per cycle. For 2024–2026, the core requirement includes "Legal Hot Tips 2024–2026" which covers current SC real estate law changes, case updates, and regulatory developments.
What the SC core CE courses cover.
Complete 6 Hours of Elective CE
Choose from 20+ SCREC-Approved Topics
Round out your 10-hour requirement with 6 hours of elective CE from Fortune Academy's SCREC-approved library — topics like property management, fair housing, commercial real estate, technology, ethics, and finance.
Sample of SCREC-approved elective courses from our library.
Renew Your SC License with SCREC
Submit CE + Pay Renewal Fee
Once all 10 CE hours are complete, renew your SC salesperson license through the SCREC online portal. Your Fortune Academy CE hours are reported automatically — just pay the renewal fee to complete the process.
Complete these steps to renew your SC license on time.
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 does South Carolina require to renew a real estate license?
South Carolina requires 10 hours of SCREC-approved Continuing Education every 2 years to renew a salesperson license. The 10 hours must include at least 4 hours of mandatory core courses (like Legal Hot Tips 2024–2026) and 6 hours of elective topics. Fortune Academy's SCREC-approved (Provider #004) CE package covers the full 10-hour requirement.
When does my SC real estate license need to be renewed?
SC real estate licenses renew every 2 years on June 30 of even-numbered years (e.g., June 30, 2024, June 30, 2026). You must complete all 10 required CE hours before your renewal date. SCREC sends reminder notices 90 days before renewal, but it's your responsibility to renew on time — late renewal incurs penalties.
What are the mandatory core CE courses in SC?
SCREC requires at least 4 hours of mandatory core courses in each 2-year cycle. For the 2024–2026 cycle, core courses include "Legal Hot Tips 2024–2026" and (for Broker-in-Charge licensees) "Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities." Fortune Academy offers both core courses as part of our SC CE package.
Can I take SC continuing education online?
Yes. Fortune Academy offers all 10 hours of SC SCREC-approved CE online in a self-paced format — study on any device, complete at your own speed, and download your certificate immediately when you finish. We also offer live virtual classroom CE for agents who prefer instructor-led sessions.
What happens if I don't complete my SC CE on time?
If you don't complete your 10 CE hours before your SCREC renewal date, your SC real estate license will lapse. SCREC charges late renewal fees, and if you go too long without renewing, you may have to complete additional education to reactivate your license. Fortune Academy offers fast-track CE packages that can be completed in a single weekend if you're close to your deadline.
How much does SC continuing education cost?
Fortune Academy's SC real estate CE packages are priced competitively — the complete 10-hour CE package is the most cost-effective option. We also offer individual 3-hour and 4-hour courses if you only need to complete a few hours. Pricing is shown on this page — see the package options to the right.
Does SC reciprocate CE with other states?
SCREC only accepts CE completed from providers approved by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission. CE completed in other states generally does NOT satisfy SC renewal requirements — you must complete SCREC-approved CE to renew your SC license. Fortune Academy is SCREC Provider #004 and our courses are fully SC-approved.
Do Broker-in-Charge licensees have additional CE requirements?
Yes. SC Broker-in-Charge (BIC) licensees must complete an additional 4-hour "Broker-in-Charge Duties and Responsibilities" core course in each biennial renewal cycle — on top of the standard 10-hour CE. Fortune Academy offers a dedicated SC BIC CE package that covers this requirement.
How do I prove I completed my SC CE?
After completing each Fortune Academy CE course, you receive an instant PDF certificate of completion with the SCREC provider number, course approval ID, and your license number. Fortune Academy also reports your CE completion directly to SCREC's online system, so your hours appear in your SCREC record automatically.
Can I take more than 10 CE hours if I want to?
Yes, you can take additional CE hours beyond the 10-hour minimum if you want extra training or want to stay ahead on future cycles. However, excess hours do NOT carry over to the next biennial renewal period — SCREC requires 10 hours completed within each specific 2-year window. Think of CE as ongoing professional development, not a bank account.