Are you an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider?

Yes, we are an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements.

How will I get credit toward my license renewal?

After each course is completed, we automatically issue a certificate of completion; if you have multiple licenses, you will receive a separate certificate for each license. We also report all course completions to CE Broker on your behalf.

Are your courses accredited?

Yes! All courses we offer are accredited to count toward license renewal. You can find a full list of our accreditations here.

Are AchieveCE courses convenient?

Absolutely! All of our courses included unlimited attempts with no time limits. They can also be taken on your desktop or mobile device, and in case you prefer to print out a copy, you can do so easily as well. We handle the navigation of your board's renewal requirements for you, and ensure that you receive credit for your work. If you have any questions, we offer easy-access human support 7-days-a-week for any questions you may have.

Do you really offer any free CE courses?

Yes! We offer a few courses at zero cost to you, which can be found here.

What if I'm not happy after purchase?

We are happy to provide a full refund as long as you make the refund request is within 30 days of the initial purchase and the course(s) have not been fully completed such that you have received a certificate or they have been reported to a tracking board. For refund requests, reach out to us at support@achievece.com

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State requirements for South Carolina Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practices

Next Renewal Date

December 31, 2025- every odd or even-numbered years

Total Hours Required

40 Hours

General Hours

34 General Hours

Required Courses

6 hours in ethics

Detailed Breakdown

South Carolina Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice Standard Renewal Requirements:
Licensed Independent Social Workers Clinical Practice in South Carolina must renew their licenses biennially by December 31, completing 40 contact hours of continuing education every two years. Of these, 6 hours specifically must cover ethical standards related to the license, while 34 hours should be aligned with the professional practice. There is no minimum required for live or in-person hours, and informal continuing education activities (such as presentations and publications) count toward the total with set caps. These requirements are detailed by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners
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First-time renewal: No continuing education is required for the license period in which the initial license was obtained.
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Carryover & repeat-course rules: No continuing education hours may be carried forward from one renewal period to the next; repeating the same course within a cycle is not allowed.
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Documentation & audit: Licensees must maintain CE documentation for at least three years in case of audit; certificates or syllabi are acceptable proofs.
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Exemptions & waivers: One-year CE waiver granted for military activation of more than 30 days.
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Out-of-state / multi-license credit: CE hours earned for other professional licenses are counted to meet the 40-hour requirement for multiple-license holders, with a total of 50 hours required if holding more than one license.
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Other CE Options: Informal CE allowed up to 15 hours per two-year period including presentations, published papers, and course preparation (e.g., up to 5 hours for first-time presentation or publication).
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