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Licensee Lookup Covers: Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN).South Carolina · RN, LPN / LVN, APRN
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Renewals Covers: Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN).Renewal at a glance
| Credential | RN, LPN / LVN, APRN |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | South Carolina nursing licenses renew every two years by April 30 in even-numbered years. The board’s schedule applies to RN, LPN and advanced-practice license types; the 2026 renewal leads to April 30, 2028 expiration. After the deadline, reinstatement requirements and additional fees apply. [source] |
| Renewal fee | RN / LPN renewal: $75. APRN fees depend on prescriptive authority; reinstatement is separate. [source] |
| Renewal application | Renewals |
Fees can differ for active, inactive, late, and reinstatement applications. Your official license record controls your deadline.
Official sources & licensing authorities
Some states have separate boards for registered and practical nurses. APRN authority is a separate credential; check the exact license type.
South Carolina Board of Nursing Registered nurse (RN), Licensed practical nurse (LPN)Authority listed in South Carolina Board of Nursing — Competency Requirements and Competency Requirement Criteria.
Source review dates · 5 sources
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- South Carolina Board of Nursing — Competency Requirements and Competency Requirement Criteria Retrieved Oct 12, 2026
- SC Board of Nursing | SCLLR Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Nursing Fees | SCLLR Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- How it Works | NURSECOMPACT Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Nursing Renewals | SCLLR Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
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