SC S0706

Creates an alternative pathway for individuals without engineering degrees to become licensed professional engineers in South Carolina through verified experience rather than academic credentials

Allows applicants to qualify as engineer-in-training by completing 8 years of progressive engineering experience after high school graduation and passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering examination, in lieu of a degree

Requires 12 years of progressive engineering experience (supervised by a licensed engineer) plus passing the NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering examination for full professional engineer licensure under the non-degree pathway

Mandates all licensure applicants pass a new Public Safety and Professional Ethics Examination approved by the board

Establishes detailed criteria for evaluating progressive engineering experience, including requirements that at least half must be performed under a licensed professional engineer's responsible charge, and limits credit for foreign experience and pre-graduation work