How To Get An SC Real Estate License

Are you ready to make a career change? Maybe you would like to become your own boss and maximize your earning potential? Becoming a real estate agent checks those boxes and much more! After all, there is no better time than now to get started in real estate as South Carolina continues to be a top choice for thousands of people looking to move from all over the country. Pinnacle Real Estate Academy's online self-paced courses are designed to not only prepare you for the state licensing exam, but to also ensure that you are ready to enter the real estate industry with confidence! Complete your courses ON YOUR time with one of our award-winning instructors to guide you through every module. Start this exciting new journey with Pinnacle Real Estate Academy today!

  • Step 1: Complete 90 Hours of Pre-Licensing Education. The 90 hours is broken into 2 courses: The 60-hour Pre-Licensing Course and the 30-hour Advanced Licensing Course

  • Step 2: Apply to the SC Real Estate Commission (SCREC). You will need to fill out an application and pay an application fee before scheduling your licensing exam.

  • Step 3: Complete an SC Criminal Background Check and Fingerprints. If you have not already done so, you will need to get a background check and submit fingerprints to the SCREC.

  • Step 4: Schedule & Pass Your State Licensing Exam. You will schedule your licensing exam through PSI, a third-party testing contractor.

  • Step 5: Find an Employing Broker/Firm to Join. You will need to submit a Supervision Attestation Form before receiving your license.

  • Step 6: Apply for and Receive Your Active Real Estate License! Fill out the SCREC Application license, pay an application fee, show proof of course completion, and then you will receive your license via the mail!

Exam Prep

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