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Oregon · Driver Education Instructors · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Oregon Driver Education Instructor License

Oregon driver education instructors must complete 15 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
15 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Oregon driver education instructors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD).

When to renew

Oregon driver education instructors licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://oregon.public.law/rules/oar_737-015-0070)

The continuing education Oregon requires

Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD) requires 15 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Training must improve driver education teaching competency
  • Must enhance instructional knowledge and skills in support of teaching driver education best practices

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Oregon 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 15 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD) requires 15 hours every 2 years, including Training must improve driver education teaching competency, Must enhance instructional knowledge and skills in support of teaching driver education best practices. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD)

    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 Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD)

Oregon driver education instructor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Oregon driver education instructors need?
Oregon driver education instructors must complete 15 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD).
What topics are required for Oregon driver education instructors continuing education?
Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Office (ODOT-TSD) requires coverage of: Training must improve driver education teaching competency; Must enhance instructional knowledge and skills in support of teaching driver education best practices.
Can Oregon driver education instructors complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Oregon requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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