South Carolina Licensed Masters Social Worker CE
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State requirements for South Carolina Licensed Masters Social Workers
5 hours in ethics
South Carolina Licensed Masters Social Worker Standard Renewal Requirements:
Licensed Masters Social Workers (LMSW) in South Carolina must renew their licenses biennially by December 31 of even years with documentation of 30 hours of continuing education, including 5 hours specifically in ethics. The Board does not specify minimum live or in-person hours. Up to 15 hours may be earned through informal educational activities such as presentations or publications, which can count toward the total required hours. Renewal and CE requirements are regulated by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners source source .
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Carryover & repeat-course rules: No carryover of CE hours between renewal periods allowed; repeating same course hours in the same period not allowed. Source
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Documentation & audit: Licensees must retain CE records; proof includes certificates and course descriptions. The board audits for compliance, penalties apply if deficiencies are found. No direct live link; board general policy indicated on this PDF
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Exemptions & waivers: CE may be waived for active military duty over 30 days. No other waivers or hardship exemptions noted. Source
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Renewal logistics: Renewal applications open around October; must pay renewal fee by Dec 31; late fees apply after deadline; no specific grace period noted; inactive/reactivation CE requirements not detailed. Source
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Other CE Options: Up to 15 hours in informal CE allowed per two-year period including: first-time presentation of a paper/workshop (max 5 hours), published paper (max 5 hours, only once), preparation of educational course (max 5 hours). Source
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