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Maine · Driver Education Instructors · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Maine Driver Education Instructor License

Maine driver education instructors must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as required by Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Bureau of Motor Vehicles rule on September 3, 2026.

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

Who has to renew

This guide covers Maine driver education instructors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

When to renew

Maine 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 Maine requires

Bureau of Motor Vehicles requires 16 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

    Maine 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 16 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Bureau of Motor Vehicles requires 16 hours each renewal period. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Bureau of Motor Vehicles

    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.

    Go to Bureau of Motor Vehicles

Maine driver education instructor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Maine driver education instructors need?
Maine driver education instructors must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as set by Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
Can Maine driver education instructors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Maine requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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