South Carolina Board of Nursing License Renewal Requirements for Nurses
What are the state license renewal requirements for a nurse in South Carolina?
For registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and advanced practice registered nurses in the state of South Carolina, there are specific license renewal requirements that the South Carolina Board of Nursing determines. These requirements include courses for RNs, LPNs, and APRNs.
We report course completions electronically to CE Broker every 24 hours for South Carolina licensees.
Related Information
- South Carolina Board of Nursing License Renewal - CE Broker Reporting
- For detailed nursing license renewal information and latest updates, please always refer to the South Carolina State Board of Nursing
Nursing License CE Requirements
CE Requirements for Nursing Licenses
Every two years, the South Carolina Nursing Board requires nurses to complete the following continuing education contact hours to comply with licensing requirements:
- 30 contact hours for RN license renewal
- 30 contact hours for LPN license renewal
- 30 contact hours for APRN license renewal
License Expiration and Renewal
Registered Nurse Licenses:
South Carolina RN licenses expire by April 30 in even-numbered years. Online renewal is available February 6 through 11:59 p.m. on April 30.
Licensed Practical Nurse Licenses:
South Carolina LPN licenses expire by April 30 in even-numbered years. Online renewal is available beginning February 6 through 11:59 p.m. on April 30.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licenses:
South Carolina APRN licenses expire by April 30 in even-numbered years. Online renewal is available beginning February 6 through 11:59 p.m. on April 30.
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South Carolina nursing license renewal information as of September 2019.
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