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South Carolina NP License 2026: Collaborative Practice, SCBON Process, Salary
South Carolina nurse practitioners (APRN) operate under a reduced practice authority model — a written practice agreement (WPA) with a physician is required for prescriptive authority. Average APRN salary in South Carolina is $106,000/year in 2026, with Charleston reaching $114,000–$125,000 at MUSC and Roper St. Francis.
South Carolina APRN Practice Authority
South Carolina is a reduced practice authority state. APRNs may independently assess and diagnose, but prescribing (including controlled substances) requires a written practice agreement with a South Carolina-licensed physician. The WPA must be renewed annually. South Carolina has not enacted full practice authority legislation as of 2026.
SCBON Application Requirements
- Active South Carolina RN license
- Graduation from accredited NP program (master's or doctorate)
- National certification from ANCC, AANP, NCC, PNCB, or other SCBON-approved body
- APRN application fee: $75
- Online application through SCBON portal
Processing Timeline
South Carolina SCBON APRN applications typically process in 6–10 weeks.
NP Salary in South Carolina (2026)
| City | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Charleston | $114,000 |
| Columbia | $110,000 |
| Greenville | $108,000 |
| Myrtle Beach | $104,000 |
| Spartanburg | $105,000 |
| Rural Lowcountry / Pee Dee | $96,000–$105,000 |
Top SC Health Systems for APRNs
- MUSC Health (Medical University of South Carolina) — Charleston; academic flagship; Level I trauma; top APRN salaries in SC
- Roper St. Francis Healthcare — Charleston; Catholic system; strong primary care NP hiring
- Prisma Health — Columbia/Greenville; largest health system in SC; extensive APRN integration
- Bon Secours St. Francis Health System — Greenville; Upstate SC regional system
- Conway Medical Center / Tidelands Health — Myrtle Beach; Grand Strand regional health system
What We See at Ava Health
South Carolina FNP candidates are in strong demand particularly in the rural Pee Dee and Lowcountry regions, which have significant NHSC loan repayment eligibility. Charleston's MUSC is a major draw for specialty NPs seeking academic medical center experience in the Southeast. Myrtle Beach's seasonal population creates fluctuating demand that travel NPs leverage effectively.
Related: NP License North Carolina 2026, NP License Georgia 2026, RN Salary South Carolina 2026.
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