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South Carolina State–Approved Boat Rental Course

Take this official South Carolina course for boat renters, receive your temporary certificate, and get on the water.

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Who should take this course?

This course is for South Carolina residents and visitors who do not already possess a valid boating education certificate but who wish to rent a boat or PWC to operate on South Carolina waters.

Get certified to rent in 3 steps.

  1. Pay for and pass the South Carolina Boat Rental Test.

  2. Print your Boat Rental Safety Certificate.

  3. Get your rental and get on the water!

South Carolina Boating FAQs

Price and Payment

How much does it cost to get my South Carolina Boat Rental Safety Certificate?

The South Carolina Boat Rental Course fee is $9.99.

Taking the Course

Do I have to complete the course all at once?

You may complete the course at your own pace. The course can be completed in one sitting or completed a little at a time over several days. All pay-up-front courses are available for 90 days from time of registration and payment.

What is the minimum age to take this online course?

There is no minimum age requirement to take this online course.

Do I have to be a resident to take the South Carolina Boat Rental Course?

You do not have to be a resident of South Carolina to take this online course.

Course Approval and Acceptance

Is the South Carolina Boat Rental Course approved by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources?

The South Carolina Boat Rental Course is approved and accepted by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.

Quizzes and/or Exams

Do I have to take an online exam?

The Temporary Boating Certification Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 80% on the Temporary Boating Certification Exam to pass. You have 2 attempts to pass the Temporary Boating 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 Boat Rental Course completion?

Once you pass and pay for the online course, you will receive the Boat Rental Safety Certificate. This is your proof of online course completion. This certificate EXPIRES 30 days after course completion.

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