South Carolina Optometrist CE Renewal Requirements

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Deadline: December 31, 2026

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Required Every Renewal

Pharmacology and Ocular Pathology8 hrs

Conditional Requirements

Controlled Substance Prescribing2 hrs

Required for optometrists with prescriptive authority.

General Hours

Elective courses of your choice

32 hrs

Board Notes

Online CE exceeding 5 hours requires prior board approval.

Accepted Accreditations

COPEAOA

CE courses from providers approved by these accreditors count toward your South Carolina Optometrist renewal requirements.

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South Carolina Board of Examiners in Optometry

Always confirm requirements directly with your licensing board.

Data last verified: May 8, 2026