Limited Professional Certificate

A certification level and advancement option for educators who hold a South Carolina initial certificate and are employed in eligible, nonregulated educational entities, such as accredited private schools, certain public charter schools, and higher education institutions with approved teacher preparation programs. These entities operate outside of the State Board of Education’s regulations for teacher evaluation. To qualify, educators must have at least 3 years of experience in a relevant certification area within the last 7 years, while maintaining a valid initial certificate and undergoing an employer-approved performance evaluation.