This page explains the ACLS certification process in South Carolina, including accreditation with its different government agencies and how to complete your certification online or in-person.
The official place to buy Pacific Medical Training brand ACLS, PALS, and BLS courses is this acls.net website.
Pacific Medical Training brand ACLS/PALS/BLS courses are accepted in South Carolina through the following accreditation bodies and agencies:
Welcome to the oldest provider of online ACLS (advanced cardiovascular life support) certification and recertification. We make it our priority to get you all your ACLS, PALS, or BLS certification in South Carolina as quickly and efficiently as possible!
Whether you’re a nurse or physician assistant, we understand the need for high-quality and accurate material. All of our training material for PALS, BLS, and ACLS certification in South Carolina is written by experienced medical professionals and updated to reflect current American Heart Association guidelines.
We have compared recent state health indicators of South Carolina residents to their regional counterparts and nationally. In the sections below, you will be able to find facts pertinent to those interested in taking a PALS, BLS, or ACLS course in South Carolina.
When comparing South Carolina to the other states in the Southeast, it is average when it comes to cardiovascular-related issues. South Carolina has a lower-than-average childhood obesity rate when contrasted with the other states in the Southeast, at 33.7%.
South Carolina does stand out in one category, however. It has the highest rate of adults with high cholesterol in not only the region but the entire country. The percentage of adults with high cholesterol is 41.8%. The national average is 37.81%.
Each state needs a competent medical workforce to meet the needs of its citizens. However, the requirements for some health care professions are not the same in each state. That is why it is important to find out what is required of you as a future or current registered nurse before moving across state lines. Contact information is located at the bottom of this page.
South Carolina is a compact state. If you are moving to South Carolina or claiming it as your primary state of residence, you will need to apply for application by endorsement in order to use your license in South Carolina. General instructions are listed below.
Graduation from an approved nursing program and passing licensure exam results within three years of graduation
Proof of English language proficiency if your native language is not English. See the English Proficiency requirements (PDF)
Complete, notarized application with fees
$100 application fee
$110 if requesting temporary permit
2x2 passport style photograph (recent)
Birth Certificate or passport. The Board does not accept hospital birth certificates
Proof of continuing competence
Proof of residence
Driver’s license
Voters Registration
State ID
Proof of lawful presence. See page 8 and 9 of the application.
Criminal background check with applicable fee made payable to MorphoTrust USA. See page 4 of application for information.
Verification of Original Licensure
submit verification form, or
Utilize Nursys if your original state participates in Nursys
Your license must be renewed every even numbered year on the 30th of April. License renewal cost is $75. Click here for more information.
Continuing competency requirements are as follows:
30 Contact hours from a Board recognized provider
Certification or recertification of a Board recognized national certifying organization
Completion of an academic, nursing or nursing related program. The program must be Board recognized
Your employer may verify your competency and the number of hours you have practiced
Verification must be on a Board approved form
Click to view the South Carolina nursing competency requirements (PDF) for more details.
To view other options, visit the North Carolina Board of Nursing continuing competency requirements.
Web address: www.llr.state.sc.us/pol/nursing
Physical address
Synergy Business Park Kingstree Building 110 Centerview Drive, Suite 202 Columbia, SC 29210
Phone: 803.896.4550
Fax: 803.896.4515
See the South Carolina Nursing FAQ for more information.
| Blended class | Classroom | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | This is a personalized and adaptive class completed online with a computer. After the class you will schedule with an instructor to complete the hands-on portion of the class. | This is a traditional classroom class with an instructor. |
| Course completion | Complete the online portion + hands-on skills session with an AHA Instructor. | Contact a Training Center in your area to sign up for an instructor-led class, see above |
| Time | The online portion of HeartCode BLS can be completed in approximately 1 to 2 hours. Time to complete the hands-on skills session varies around approximately 60 minutes, depending on your experience level. | A full BLS provider course can take 4.5 hours to complete, including skills practice and skills testing. |
| Completion card | BLS provider course completion card, valid for two years | BLS provider course completion card, valid for two years |
View our list of training centers and skill testers in SC.
Code One Charleston
4 Carriage Lane/ Charleston, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Code One Training Solutions, LLC
1595 Savannah Highway, Suite 4/ Charleston, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Rapid CPR SC
704 C OLD BARNWELL ROAD/ West Columbia, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
CPR Works of Charleston
360 Concord St. Suite 203/ Charleston, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Lowcountry Regional EMS Council
237 Oakland Dr/ Walterboro, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Oconee Memorial Hospital
298 Memorial Dr/ Seneca, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
V-Training Solutions
716 East Fairfield Road/ Greenville, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Lowcountry Regional EMS Council
1016 E Montague Ave/ North Charleston, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Professional Training Services
744 Broad St/ Sumter, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Greenville Technical College
216 S. Pleasantburg Dr., MS 5011/ Greenville, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Mid-Carolina AHEC
PO Box 2049 Attn: Julie Ghent/ Lancaster, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Tuomey Community Training Center
129 N Washington St Education Department/ Sumter, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Upstate EMS Council, Inc.
121 Interstate Blvd Unit 5B/ Greenville, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Midway Fire Department
112 Beaumont Dr/ Pawleys Island, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Medical University Hospital Authority CTC
326 Calhoun St Rm CM278CA, MSC 111/ Charleston, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Pee Dee Regional EMS
1314 W Darlington St/ Florence, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals
2709 Laurel Street/ Columbia, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Kadi Medical Services, LLC
348 Feaster Rd, Suite F Attn: Matthew Collom/ Greenville, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Horry County Fire & Rescue
2560 Main St Suite 1/ Conway, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Piedmont Medical Center
222 S Herlong Ave/ Rock Hill, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Spartanburg Community College
PO Box 4386/ Spartanburg, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Pee Dee Regional Community Training Center
1209 West Evans Street/ Florence, SC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
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Total 22 training sites in SC. Show all.
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course and/or skills testing for you, preferably with this training center.
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