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Key Facts: SC Well Driller Exam
70%
Passing Score
State DNR
100 Q
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep
2 hrs
Exam Time
State DNR
8 hrs
CE Per Cycle
State DNR
$250
License Fee
LicenseMap 2026
South Carolina requires well drillers and pump installers to pass a state licensing exam covering well construction standards, groundwater protection, and DHEC regulations.
Sample SC Well Driller Practice Questions
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1In South Carolina, which agency issues well driller certifications?
2What is the primary regulation governing well construction standards in South Carolina?
3What is the required surety bond amount for a certified well driller in South Carolina?
4What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a well driller certification in South Carolina?
5How many hours of continuing education are required for South Carolina well drillers per renewal cycle?
6When do South Carolina well driller licenses expire?
7What is the examination fee for the South Carolina well driller certification exam?
8What is the licensing fee or renewal fee for a South Carolina well driller certification?
9South Carolina issues well driller licenses by category. Which of the following is NOT a license category?
10What is the fee for a temporary well driller permit in South Carolina?
About the SC Well Driller Exam
The South Carolina well driller exam covers state well construction standards, casing and grouting requirements, pump installation, groundwater protection, DHEC licensing regulations, well abandonment procedures, and professional practice under SC well standards.
Exam sponsor: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70%
Reported exam pass rate: 70%. estimated first-time pass rate This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Well Construction
Casing, grouting, well design, drilling methods, well development
Pump Installation
Pump types, sizing, electrical connections, pressure systems, maintenance
Regulations
DHEC licensing, well standards, reporting requirements, fees, CE requirements
Groundwater
Aquifer protection, water quality, contamination prevention, SC Coastal Plain
Professional Practice
Well logs, abandonment procedures, safety, contracts, client relations
Preparing for the SC Well Driller Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam / certification fees: $250 Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 100 available questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the South Carolina well driller exam cover?
The exam covers well construction standards, casing and grouting requirements, pump installation, groundwater protection, South Carolina DHEC regulations, and professional practice.
What is the passing score for the SC well driller exam?
A minimum score of 70% is required to pass the South Carolina well driller licensing examination.
What experience is required for a South Carolina well driller license?
South Carolina requires experience working under a licensed driller before you can sit for the licensing exam. Contact DHEC for current requirements.
How often must the South Carolina well driller license be renewed?
License renewal requirements include completing continuing education hours. Contact DHEC for the current renewal cycle and CE requirements.