Pass Your SC Real Estate Exam on the First Try
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Exam Prep Edge: SC Salesperson National & State Portions
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Experience our online live (Zoom) learning option and enjoy real-time instruction from wherever you are. Join scheduled classes led by experienced instructors, ask questions during each session, and participate in discussions while learning alongside other students—all without traveling to a classroom.
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Take control of your learning with our online self-paced option, designed to fit your schedule and learning style. Access your coursework whenever it's convenient, move through each lesson at your own pace, and revisit material whenever you need extra review.
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BRONZE PACKAGE- The complete online study experience for your South Carolina real estate licensing exam.
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Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 5 simple steps to start your real estate career in South Carolina
Complete Pre-Licensing (Prerequisite)
90 Hours of SCREC-Approved Education
Before sitting for the PSI exam, you must complete 90 hours of SCREC-approved pre-licensing education (60-hr Unit I + 30-hr Unit II). This is a SCREC prerequisite — no exceptions.
If you haven't completed pre-licensing yet, start there.
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PSI-Style Practice Exams & Study Materials
Access Fortune Academy's Exam Prep Edge — 1,000+ PSI-style practice questions, detailed rationales, performance tracking, and 24/7 instructor support. Study 1–3 weeks intensively for best results.
Everything you need to pass the PSI exam on your first try.
Schedule Your PSI Exam
Book Online or by Phone
Schedule your SC real estate salesperson exam with PSI Services online at candidate.psiexams.com or by phone. Choose from multiple SC testing locations and flexible dates.
Book your exam early to get your preferred date and location.
Pass Both National + State Portions
75% National + 70% State to Pass
The SC real estate salesperson exam has 120 questions across 4 hours. Pass the National (80 Qs, need 60 correct) and State (40 Qs, need 28 correct) portions to qualify for licensure.
What PSI will test on exam day.
Apply for Your SC Salesperson License
Submit to SCREC After Passing
Once you pass both PSI portions, submit your SCREC application with exam results, course completion certificate, background check, and application fees. SCREC issues licenses in 2–4 weeks.
Final steps to become a licensed SC real estate salesperson.
Meet Our Expert Instructors
Learn from licensed brokers and educators who have trained thousands of real estate professionals since 1982.
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
What is on the South Carolina real estate salesperson exam?
The SC real estate salesperson exam, administered by PSI Services, has 120 questions split into two sections: 80 national questions covering agency, contracts, finance, valuation, fair housing, and ethics, and 40 state questions covering SC license law, SCREC regulations, and state-specific forms. You have four hours to complete both sections.
How is the SC PSI real estate exam scored?
You must pass both sections of the PSI exam separately. The passing score is 75% on the national section (60 correct out of 80) and 70% on the state section (28 correct out of 40). If you don't pass one section, you only need to retake that section, not the whole exam.
How many times can I take the SC real estate exam?
PSI allows unlimited retakes of the SC real estate salesperson exam. Each attempt requires a new exam fee (approximately $63). If you don't pass the same section three times in a row, PSI may require additional education before you can retake that section. Fortune Academy's exam prep is designed to help you pass on your first try.
How should I prepare for the SC PSI real estate exam?
The most effective prep strategy is to (1) complete unlimited practice exams in the PSI format, (2) review detailed answer rationales for every missed question, (3) spend extra time studying SC-specific topics like SCREC license law and state agency disclosure, and (4) use timed practice tests to build test-day endurance. Fortune Academy's Exam Prep Edge includes all four strategies.
How much does exam prep cost for the SC real estate exam?
Fortune Academy offers SC exam prep in several packages. The full Exam Prep Edge (national and state sections) includes unlimited practice exams, study materials, and instructor support. Pricing is shown on this page—check the package options for current pricing and details. Our Money-Back Pass Guarantee refunds your prep fee if you don't pass on your first try.
Do I need exam prep if I already completed pre-licensing?
While the 90-hour pre-licensing course teaches you the content, PSI exam prep focuses specifically on how PSI tests that content, including question phrasing, common answer patterns, and time management. Students who take both pre-licensing and exam prep pass at an 85% first-time rate, which is significantly higher than the rate for students who skip exam prep.
What is PSI and why does SC use them?
PSI Services is a nationally accredited testing company that administers licensing exams for more than 30 U.S. states, including South Carolina. SCREC contracts with PSI to deliver the real estate salesperson and broker exams because PSI provides standardized, secure testing procedures. You can schedule your PSI exam online at candidate.psiexams.com.
Can I take exam prep without completing pre-licensing first?
Yes, but it's not recommended. SCREC requires you to complete the 90-hour pre-licensing education before sitting for the PSI exam. If you've already completed pre-licensing and your exam date is approaching, Fortune Academy's Exam Prep Edge can help strengthen your preparation in as little as 1–3 weeks. If you still need to complete pre-licensing, start there first.