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Texas · Auto Repair Technicians · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Texas Auto Repair Technician License

Texas auto repair technicians must complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) rule on September 29, 2026.

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

Who has to renew

This guide covers Texas auto repair technicians holding a Towing Operator (Incident Management, Private Property, and Consent Towing Operator licenses) license. Requirements are set by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).

When to renew

Texas auto repair technicians licenses renew every year, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal.

The continuing education Texas requires

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requires 4 hours of approved continuing education every year. 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

    Texas sets auto repair technicians requirements by license class (Towing Operator (Incident Management, Private Property, and Consent Towing Operator licenses)). 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 4 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requires 4 hours every year. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Texas auto repair technicians 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 Texas, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

    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 Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Texas auto repair technician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Texas auto repair technicians need?
Texas auto repair technicians must complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
Which license classes does the Texas auto repair technicians CE requirement apply to?
The 4 hours requirement applies to: Towing Operator (Incident Management, Private Property, and Consent Towing Operator licenses).
Can Texas auto repair technicians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Texas requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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