South Carolina
Cosmetologist CE & renewal requirements in South Carolina (2026)
4 CE hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with South Carolina Board of Cosmetology (LLR).
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Renewal cycle
24months
Biennial
CE hours
4
4 CE hours per renewal — 4 hours of Board-approved CE required biennially (waived on first renewal), covering board laws/regulations, client safety, and/or infection control. Licensees 15+ years licensed and age 60+, or 30+ years and age 50+, are exempt.
- Board laws and regulations
- Client safety
- Infection control (sanitation and disinfection)
Administering boardSouth Carolina Board of Cosmetology (LLR)
Verified against llr.sc.gov · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit South Carolina Board of Cosmetology (LLR)
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- How often do cosmetologists renew their license in South Carolina?
- Biennial
- How many CE hours do I need in South Carolina?
- 4 CE hours per renewal. 4 hours of Board-approved CE required biennially (waived on first renewal), covering board laws/regulations, client safety, and/or infection control. Licensees 15+ years licensed and age 60+, or 30+ years and age 50+, are exempt.
- Where do I renew my Cosmetologist license in South Carolina?
- Through South Carolina Board of Cosmetology (LLR). We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — RenewBird is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.