South Carolina Initial Teaching Certificate Renewal Requirements
Everything you need to renew your Initial Teaching Certificate in South Carolina: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
0
PD hours required
3
years per cycle
Free
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- Completion of state-approved induction program
- Satisfactory teaching evaluations during induction period
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- Valid for 3 years; must be converted to Professional Certificate before expiration
- Conversion to Professional Certificate requires 3 years of satisfactory teaching and completion of induction program
- No PD hours required for Initial certificate — advancement is based on induction program completion
- Starting July 1, 2026: permanent certificates under the Educator Assistance Act may change Initial certificate structure
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 0 hours needed.
| Provider | Price / Hour | Est. Total Cost | States Approved | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TeacherStepBest price Online teacher education courses for re-certification and license renewal. Offers graduate credit through Converse University. | $3.32/hr | Free | 6 | Visit |
TeacherStep
Best priceOnline teacher education courses for re-certification and license renewal. Offers graduate credit through Converse University.
Price / hour
$3.32
Est. total (0 hrs)
Free
States approved
6
How to Submit Your Hours
Once you've completed your 0 hours, submit your renewal application through the South CarolinaDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to South Carolina Renewal Portal