According to the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators web site, the only approved course for the state is Boat South Carolina, which offers an internet course and a free online practice test, in addition to a video course.

Remember: in South Carolina, boat operators under age 16 must complete a boating course approved by the SCDNR to operate a boat or personal watercraft with a 15 h.p. motor or greater, unless accompanied by an adult age eighteen years or older.