S.C. Code Ann. § 40-47-740: Licensing of current auricular therapists or auricular detoxification specialists.

(A) An auricular therapist or an auricular detoxification specialist who is currently approved by the board to practice in this State, who has remained in good standing, and who has successfully completed a nationally recognized clean needle technique course approved by the board must receive initial licensure under this article after submitting:

(1) a completed application as prescribed by the board;

(2) fees as provided for in Section 40-47-800.

(B) However, a license issued pursuant to subsection (A) is only valid for two years. Thereafter for license renewal the individual must have successfully passed a board-approved nationally recognized training program in auricular therapy or auricular detoxification and satisfy the licensure requirements prescribed in this article.