South Carolinaesthetician license & exam requirements
NIC national examHow to get licensed as an esthetician in South Carolina: training hours, board exam format, vendor, and how to prepare — researched from the official South Carolina board.
- License
- Esthetician
- Training hours
- 450
- Written exam
- NIC national exam
- Exam vendor
- Prov (transitioned from PSI; board exam page now directs all candidates to Prov)
Exam details & notes
Board of Cosmetology under the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR). NIC written (theory) and NIC practical exams via Prov; 75% passing on each (instructors 80%). NIC esthetics theory format: 110 questions (100 scored), 90 min. No separate state-law written exam published on the board exam page. 450 hours is among the lower requirements regionally (vs 600 in NC/GA). Biennial renewal requires 4 hours of board-approved CE.
Preparing for the South Carolina exam
PrepTempo's Esthetician course covers the NIC national theory core — infection control, skin sciences, skin analysis, and treatments. That's exactly what South Carolina's NIC exam tests. Study your South Carolina law-and-rules section from the board on top of the core.
Free esthetician practice questions →South Carolina esthetician license FAQ
Does South Carolina use the NIC esthetician exam?
Yes. South Carolina uses the NIC national esthetics theory examination, administered by Prov.
How many training hours does South Carolina require for an esthetician license?
450
How do I get an esthetician license in South Carolina?
Complete the required training hours (450), satisfy the written exam requirement (NIC national exam, vendor Prov), and apply through the South Carolina board. Always confirm current rules on the official board site.
Where can I practice for the South Carolina esthetician or cosmetology-related board exam?
PrepTempo's Esthetician State Board course covers the NIC national theory core (infection control, skin science, analysis, and treatments) with free sample questions and free Chapter 1. Study South Carolina law-and-rules from your board on top of the core.
Official sources
Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal or licensing advice. Requirements change; confirm with the South Carolina board. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state board, the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC), or any exam vendor, and they do not endorse this product.