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Texas · Driver Education Instructors · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Texas Driver Education Instructor License

Texas driver education instructors must complete 2 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as required by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation rule on September 3, 2026.

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

Who has to renew

This guide covers Texas driver education instructors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

When to renew

Texas 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 Texas requires

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requires 2 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

    Texas 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 2 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requires 2 hours each renewal period. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Texas 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 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

    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

Texas driver education instructor renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Texas driver education instructors need?
Texas driver education instructors must complete 2 hours of board-approved continuing education each renewal period, as set by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Can Texas driver education instructors 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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