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South Carolina Property & Casualty Insurance

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South Carolina Property & Casualty Insurance License: Complete Roadmap

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1

National P&C Fundamentals

Master foundational P&C insurance concepts: property insurance basics, casualty insurance principles, policy structures, and general insurance concepts tested on the exam.

20
hours
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2

South Carolina P&C RegulationsYou are here

Study South Carolina-specific laws including SCDOI regulations, Title 38 SC Code of Laws, auto insurance requirements (25/50/25 minimums), and mandatory UM coverage.

15
hours
3

South Carolina Property Insurance

Learn SC Wind and Hail Underwriting Association, hurricane deductibles, coastal property coverage, and South Carolina-specific property regulations.

10
hours
4

South Carolina Casualty & Ethics

Master auto insurance minimums, mandatory UM coverage, Financial Responsibility Law, SCPCIGA guaranty association, and producer conduct standards.

10
hours
Estimated total study time
55 hours
That's about 6 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the South Carolina P&C Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
18 years or older
Education
No pre-licensing education required in South Carolina
Background Check
Required via SLED (State Law Enforcement Division) and FBI
Fingerprinting
Required since January 2017 - through IdentoGO ($50.50 fee)
Additional Requirements
  • South Carolina has NO pre-licensing education requirement
  • Pearson VUE administers all SC insurance exams
  • Fingerprinting required since January 1, 2017
  • Director of Insurance is appointed by Governor (not elected)
  • Must apply for license within 12 months of passing exam
  • 24 hours CE required per biennium (3 hours ethics)
  • Title 38 SC Code of Laws governs insurance

South Carolina P&C Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

2-4 weeks

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

24-hour wait between attempts; no limit on retakes

Temporary License

Not available in South Carolina

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$59
Application Fee$30
Fingerprint Fee$50.50 (IdentoGO)
NIPR Transaction Fee$5.60
Total Estimated Cost$145-160

Exam Exemptions

Holders of these professional designations may be exempt from all or part of the exam:

CPCU

Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter - may qualify for exam exemption

CIC

Certified Insurance Counselor - may qualify for exam exemption

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What You'll Study

4 chapters covering everything you need to pass

South Carolina P&C-Specific Topics Covered

South Carolina Department of Insurance (SCDOI) RegulationsTitle 38 SC Code of LawsSC Wind and Hail Underwriting AssociationAuto Insurance Minimums (25/50/25)Mandatory Uninsured Motorist (UM) CoverageDirector Appointed by Governor (Not Elected)Hurricane Deductibles (2-5% of dwelling value)SC Property & Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association (SCPCIGA)No Pre-Licensing Education RequiredFingerprinting Required Since January 2017Producer Licensing & CE Requirements (24 hrs/3 ethics)Coastal Property Coverage RequirementsAt-Fault (Tort) State - Modified Comparative Negligence
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South Carolina P&C Exam Details

South Carolina Property & Casualty Insurance

Administered by South Carolina Department of Insurance (SCDOI)

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70%
Passing Score
105
Questions
2
Hours
$59 exam fee + $30 license application fee + $5.60 transaction fee
Exam Fee
Study time: 40-60 hours
Prerequisites: None - no pre-licensing education required

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official South Carolina Department of Insurance (SCDOI) content outline

South Carolina P&C Regulation15%

SCDOI structure, Title 38, no pre-license required, licensing

Property Insurance Laws25%

SC Wind/Hail Association, hurricane deductibles, coastal coverage

Casualty Insurance Laws35%

At-fault auto, 25/50/25 minimums, mandatory UM, workers comp

Ethics & Prohibited Practices25%

Claims handling, SCPCIGA guaranty fund, producer conduct

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