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Florida · Driver Education Instructors · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Florida Driver Education Instructor License

Florida driver education instructors must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
8 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Florida driver education instructors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance.

When to renew

Florida driver education instructors licenses renew every year, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://www.flrules.org/gateway/readFile.asp?sid=0&type=1&tid=9118987&file=15A-11.006.doc)

The continuing education Florida requires

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance requires 8 hours of approved continuing education every year. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Driving Instructor Training Course (32-hr DITC) - teaching motor vehicle driver and traffic safety education
  • 8-hour Driver Instructor Refresher Course

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Florida sets driver education instructors requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance requires 8 hours every year, including Driving Instructor Training Course (32-hr DITC) - teaching motor vehicle driver and traffic safety education, 8-hour Driver Instructor Refresher Course. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Florida driver education instructors course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Florida, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance

Florida driver education instructor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Florida driver education instructors need?
Florida driver education instructors must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance.
What topics are required for Florida driver education instructors continuing education?
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motorist Compliance requires coverage of: Driving Instructor Training Course (32-hr DITC) - teaching motor vehicle driver and traffic safety education; 8-hour Driver Instructor Refresher Course.
Can Florida driver education instructors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Florida requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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