Official South Carolina Hunter Safety Course Online
Take this South Carolina–approved course to complete your online hunter safety education. Hunter-ed.com is a delegated provider for the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.
pay only when you pass, two exam attempts
Lifetime Card
Do you need South Carolina Hunting education?
Anyone born after June 30, 1979, needs education to buy a South Carolina hunting license.
How to Get your Hunter Education Certificate in 4 Easy Steps
Step 1
est. 2–3 mins
Sign Up
Sign up for a Hunter Ed account and get started. It only takes a few minutes.
Step 2
est. 3–4 hrs
Study & Pass the Online Course
Take the course on desktop, tablet or mobile. We automatically save your progress so you can learn at your own pace.
Step 3
est. 1–5 mins
Print Your Temp Card Immediately
After passing the online course, you're able to print your hunter education certificate immediately.
Step 4
est. 0 mins
Go Hunting!
That's it. You're ready to buy your tag and hit the field.
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Requirements
You must be at least 12 years old to take this online course.
You must be a resident of South Carolina to take the online course.
What to Expect From Hunter Ed
Live‐Action, High‐Definition Videos
Our course videos feature a combination of professional educators (who double as professional actors), entertaining storylines, and up‐to‐date scenarios that give you one of the most effective ways to learn safe hunting practices.
Watch this 73-second sample to see how we put you in the hunter’s camo.
Comprehensive Instruction in South Carolina Hunting Safety Education
This official training program is developed to meet the standards for Hunting safety education established by South Carolina. Hunter Ed is the only safety course provider that develops print materials on behalf of government agencies responsible for Hunting laws and regulations.
Learn Your Way on Any Device
Hunter Ed offers online courses that are fully mobile-friendly from start to finish. This safety course is designed to work on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
Saved Progress
You may complete the course at your own pace. The course can be completed in one sitting or a little at a time over several days. Log in and out at any time, and we'll keep track of your progress. Most students finish the course in a few hours.
South Carolina Approved
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
1000 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Made in the U.S.A.
This South Carolina hunter safety course is proudly made to serve students, agencies, and organizations in the state of South Carolina and worldwide.
How do I get my South Carolina Hunter Education Certificate?
1. Study and pass the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources–Approved online course.
Study and pass the $29.95 course. Throughout the South Carolina Hunter Ed Course, you’ll be tested on what you’ve learned.
2. Print your Temporary Hunter Education Certificate.
After successfully completing the online course, you’ll be able to immediately print out your Temporary Hunter Education Certificate.
3. Get your South Carolina Hunter Education Certificate.
You’ll be mailed your permanent Hunter Education Certificate within 2-3 weeks by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.
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South Carolina Frequently Asked Questions
Price and Payment
How much does the South Carolina Hunter Ed Course cost?
The South Carolina Hunter Ed Course fee is $29.95.
Taking the Course
Do you need South Carolina Hunting education?
Anyone born after June 30, 1979, needs education to buy a South Carolina hunting license.
What is the minimum age to take this online course?
You must be at least 12 years old to take this online course.
Do I have to be a resident to take the South Carolina Hunter Ed Course?
You must be a resident of South Carolina to take the online course.
Course Approval and Acceptance
Is the South Carolina Hunter Ed Course approved by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources?
The South Carolina Hunter Ed Course is approved and accepted by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.
Is my South Carolina Hunter Education Certificate accepted elsewhere?
All U.S. states, provinces, and other countries that have mandatory hunter education requirements will accept the South Carolina Hunter Education Certificate. Likewise, South Carolina will accept Hunter Education certifications that are issued by other jurisdictions that meet official IHEA-USA requirements. (This is known as “reciprocity.”)
Quizzes and/or Exams
I failed a unit quiz. Have I failed the course?
If you fail a unit quiz, you must restudy the unit and take the quiz again until you pass. You must score at least 80% on the unit quizzes to pass.
Do I have to take an online exam?
The Certification Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 80% on the Certification Exam to pass. You have 2 attempts to pass the Certification Exam. If you do not pass the exam in the 2 attempts given, you will be required to repeat the entire course. If you don’t complete the exam in one session, don’t worry. When you log in later, you will be taken to the first unanswered question of the exam.
About Your Certification
What is the proof of online South Carolina Hunter Ed Course completion?
Once you pass and pay for the online course, you will be able to immediately print out the Temporary Hunter Education Certificate. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the Temporary Hunter Education Certificate right then, and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you. This certificate EXPIRES 90 days after course completion.
What is the permanent South Carolina Hunter Education Certificate?
The Hunter Education Certificate is proof that you have successfully completed all the education requirements. The Hunter Education Certificate will arrive within 2-3 weeks after you complete all certification requirements.
Replacement of Lost or Damaged Documents
How do I replace my Hunter Education Certificate if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
To replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged Hunter Education Certificate, go to http://ilostmycard.com.
We’re people, not robots.
Your Hunter Ed course comes with a dedicated customer service team made up of real people, not robots. We’re here to provide assistance to you through all channels—phone, email, and chat.
We’re available to help you:
Mon-Fri 8am to 8pm CST
Sat-Sun 8am to 5pm CST
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