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Idaho · Driver Education Instructors · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Idaho Driver Education Instructor License

Idaho driver education instructors must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as required by Idaho Department of Education.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Idaho Department of Education rule on September 3, 2026.

CE hours
8 hours
Renewal cycle
each renewal period
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Idaho driver education instructors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Idaho Department of Education.

When to renew

Idaho driver education instructors licenses renew each renewal period, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal.

The continuing education Idaho requires

Idaho Department of Education requires 8 hours of approved continuing education each renewal period. The board does not mandate specific topics beyond the approved-course requirement.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Idaho 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

    Idaho Department of Education requires 8 hours each renewal period. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Idaho Department of Education

    Submit your renewal 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.

Idaho driver education instructor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Idaho driver education instructors need?
Idaho driver education instructors must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as set by Idaho Department of Education.
Can Idaho driver education instructors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Idaho requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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