Continuing Education Rules & Regulations for South Carolina Private Investigators
If you're a licensed private investigator in South Carolina, you must meet specific continuing education requirements to renew your license. Here's an overview of the rules and guidelines mandated by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) under SC Reg. 73-422 and 73-408. There is no online verification portal; SLED Regulatory Services can be reached at (803) 896-7015.
Continuing Education Requirements
- Private investigators in South Carolina must complete 12 hours of continuing education per 24-month period.
- Of those 12 hours, 4 hours must be SLED-presented or specifically SLED-approved.
- Renewal is biennial (every 24 months).
- Online courses are permitted; no specific online cap is stated.
- Extra CE hours cannot be carried over to the next renewal period.
Types of Courses
- PI Association Conferences: SLED-approved private investigator association conferences.
- Bar Programs: SLED-approved bar association programs.
- Other SLED-Approved Courses: Other SLED-approved courses, including online — confirm SLED approval before attending.
Steps to Receive Continuing Education Credit
- Confirm SLED approval of a course before attending.
- Complete 12 hours of approved CE, including the required 4 SLED-presented or SLED-approved hours.
- Submit your CE documentation to SLED; you may apply upon completion. Retain certificates for approximately three years.
Information sourced from the official state authority: South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), Regulatory Services
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