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- Updated Oct 2026
South Carolina Well Driller Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
South Carolina water well drillers need 12 clock hours of relevant CE every two years (completed between July 1 and June 30 of odd-numbered years) and must renew their license by June 30.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from South Carolina Environmental Certification Board (SC LLR) requirements
Hours per cycle
12 hrs
Or pass the appropriate license grade exam
Cycle
2 years (CE)
CE runs July 1 to June 30 of odd-numbered years
Deadline
Jun 30
CE period closes June 30 of odd-numbered years
Online allowed?
Yes
Online training, workshops and seminars count
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a South Carolina well driller license?
Every licensed South Carolina water well driller needs CE (or must pass the appropriate license grade exam) to renew. Renewal is handled by the state through the South Carolina Environmental Certification Board at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR).
CE applies to
- Licensed South Carolina water well drillers
Exemptions
- Licensees age 62 or older with 30 or more years of licensed experience who submit a CE waiver form to the board
- Licensees who take and pass the appropriate state examination for their license grade in lieu of CE
South Carolina well driller CE at a glance
South Carolina well driller renewal, one box
| Renewed with | South Carolina Environmental Certification Board (SC LLR) |
| CE required? | Yes, unless waived |
| Hours per cycle | 12 hrs |
| Cycle | 2 years (CE) |
| Required topics | Relevant well drilling and industry subjects |
| Online allowed? | Yes |
| Deadline | June 30 |
| Who reports | You (keep proof for random board audit) |
| Carryover | Not stated |
| Grace period | Up to 365 days late with $200 penalty fee |
| Renewal fee | $50 |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a South Carolina well driller license need?
Under S.C. Code Regs. 51-4, you need 12 clock hours of relevant continuing education every two years (completed between July 1 and June 30 of each odd-numbered year), or you may pass the state examination for your license grade.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Well Driller | 12 hrs | Relevant industry topics (water well/pump technology, safety, SC rules) | All 12 hrs may be relevant industry courses | Online, classroom, workshop or in-house training |
Relevant topics include water well or pump system technology, science or health, business practices, worker health and safety, and South Carolina rules and regulations.
Deadline
When is the South Carolina well driller license renewal deadline?
South Carolina well driller licenses renew on or before June 30, and the two-year CE compliance period runs from July 1 to June 30 of each odd-numbered year.
| Deadline rule | On or before June 30 (CE compliance period ends June 30 of odd-numbered years) |
| Cycle | 2-year CE compliance cycle (odd-numbered years) |
| Next deadlines | June 30, 2027 (CE cycle close); June 30, 2028 |
| Grace period | Up to 365 days after June 30 with a $200 penalty fee |
| Late penalty | $200 reinstatement/late fee if received July 1 to June 30 of the following year |
| CE completion deadline | By June 30 of the odd-numbered year |
Steps
How to renew a South Carolina well driller license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore June 30
Complete 12 clock hours of relevant continuing education during the two-year odd-year cycle (or pass the exam for your license grade). - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion or attendance verification for each course you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedKeep for audit
You track your own hours and retain your certificates. The Environmental Certification Board conducts random compliance audits after the renewal period. - Pay the renewal fee$50 fee
Submit your online renewal application and $50 fee to SC LLR on or before June 30. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm with SC LLR that your license shows its new expiration date.
Providers
Approved South Carolina well driller license CE providers
We haven’t compared CE providers for this license yet. Use the board’s continuing education guidelines to confirm a course counts before you pay. The South Carolina Environmental Certification Board does not pre-approve individual CE courses; courses must meet the board’s relevance guidelines.
Approval
How to check a South Carolina well driller CE course is approved
The South Carolina Environmental Certification Board does not pre-approve CE courses. Training counts as long as it meets the board’s CE guidelines and covers subjects relevant to well drilling, whether taken in state, out of state, or online.
- Check that the course meets the Environmental Certification Board’s Continuing Education Guidelines.
- Verify that the topic relates to the well drilling industry (technology, safety, business practices or SC rules).
- Make sure your total reaches 12 clock hours before June 30 of the odd-numbered year.
Reporting
How South Carolina well driller CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
You are responsible for tracking your own CE hours and keeping written proof of attendance. The Environmental Certification Board conducts random audits after the renewal period.
- Keep a certificate of completion or agenda with attendance verification for every course.
- Submit your proof to SC LLR if you are selected in the post-renewal random audit.
- If you are at least 62 years old with 30 or more years of licensed experience, submit the CE Waiver Form with your renewal.
Cost
How much does South Carolina well driller license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Well driller renewal fee | $50 | South Carolina Environmental Certification Board (SC LLR) |
| Late / reinstatement penalty (July 1–June 30) | $200 | South Carolina Environmental Certification Board (SC LLR) |
| CE courses (12 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the South Carolina Environmental Certification Board fee schedule and S.C. Code Regs. 51-4, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive South Carolina well driller license
Under S.C. Code Regs. 51-4, renewal applications received after June 30 carry a $200 penalty fee, and any license not renewed within 365 days of expiration is declared nonrenewable.
Up to 365 days late (July 1 to June 30)
Renewal applications received between July 1 and June 30 of the following year are subject to a $200 reinstatement fee in addition to the renewal fee.
More than 365 days expired
Any license not renewed within 365 days of its expiration date is considered lapsed and declared nonrenewable.
Makeup CE
You still need the 12 required hours of relevant CE (or a passing grade on the license exam) to renew.
Who controls
Who controls South Carolina well driller license renewal?
Renewal authority
South Carolina Environmental Certification Board (SC LLR)
110 Centerview Dr., Columbia, SC 29210
Phone: (803) 896-4430
Website: llr.sc.gov/env
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews South Carolina water well driller licenses
- Sets continuing education guidelines and conducts post-renewal random audits
- Processes CE waivers for eligible senior licensees
Getting licensed
Getting licensed
We haven’t published a South Carolina license guide for this profession yet. Tell us if you need one.
FAQ
South Carolina well driller license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a South Carolina well driller need?
12 clock hours of relevant continuing education every two years (between July 1 and June 30 of odd-numbered years), or passing the state exam for your license grade.
When is the deadline?
Licenses must be renewed on or before June 30, and the two-year CE compliance period ends on June 30 of odd-numbered years.
What topics count?
Industry topics such as water well or pump system technology, science or health, business practices, worker health and safety, and South Carolina rules and regulations.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. The Environmental Certification Board accepts online training as well as schools, workshops, seminars, conferences and in-house training sessions.
Who reports my hours?
You keep your own certificates of completion and submit them if selected in the board’s random audit after the renewal period.
What happens if I miss the June 30 deadline?
Renewals received between July 1 and June 30 of the following year require a $200 reinstatement penalty. After 365 days, the license is considered lapsed and nonrenewable.
Sources
Official sources for South Carolina well driller CE rules
- South Carolina Environmental Certification Board, Continuing Education
- South Carolina Environmental Certification Board, Fee Schedule
- South Carolina Environmental Certification Board, License Renewals
- S.C. Code of Regulations 51-4 (Renewal of License, Continuing Education)
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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