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How to Check TDLR CE Hours: Verifying Your Course Completion

Oct 27, 2026 | Texas TDLR CE

How to check TDLR CE hours
How to check TDLR CE hours is a critical step for every Texas professional, including cosmetologists, estheticians, and manicurists, to ensure their license remains in good standing. Before you can successfully submit your renewal application, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) must have a verified record of your completed continuing education units (CEUs) in their system. While providers are responsible for reporting these hours, proactive verification by the licensee prevents last-minute delays and ensures there are no discrepancies in your professional transcript.In the state of Texas, the TDLR maintains a transparent public database that allows you to monitor your education progress. ACE Continuing Education (Provider #540195) streamlines this entire process for you. Our TDLR-approved 4-hour course is available for just $25.00 and features a “no-test” format. Once you complete our curriculum, we automatically report your hours to the state database, allowing you to focus on your clients while we handle the compliance reporting for your license renewal.


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Accessing the TDLR License Search Database

To verify your status, you must first visit the official TDLR website and navigate to the “License Search” portal. The most efficient way to find your specific record is to search by your individual license number. This eliminates any confusion that might arise from similar names within the state database. Once you have entered your credentials and selected your license type—such as Cosmetology Operator—your current license status will appear. Look specifically for the link or button labeled “View Continuing Education Courses” located near your license details. This link opens your full history of state-approved credits.

How to Verify Your Course Completion

Once you are on the education history page, you will see a list of all courses reported by approved providers like ACE Continuing Education. This list provides a detailed breakdown, including the provider’s name, the date the course was completed, and the total number of hours awarded. If you have recently completed our 4-hour course, ensure that Record ID 973 is reflected in your history. While the state allows providers up to seven days to report these hours, ACE focuses on rapid submission to ensure our students can renew their licenses as quickly as possible.

Maintaining Compliance for Future Renewals

Staying ahead of your expiration date is the best way to avoid late fees or license suspension. Texas law requires that all continuing education be completed before the license expiration date. By using our $25.00 “Watch and Renew” course, you can satisfy your state requirements online from any device. We recommend checking your hours at least two weeks before your license expires to ensure everything is in order. For your next renewal cycle, you can save even more by using the coupon code ace10 at checkout on our website.

Continuing Education FAQ

Q: How long does it take for my hours to show up on the TDLR website?
A: State regulations require providers to report hours within seven days of completion. However, ACE Continuing Education typically processes these reports much faster to assist with urgent renewals.

Q: What if my hours are not showing up in the search results?
A: First, verify that you completed the course with an approved provider using the correct license number. If more than seven days have passed, contact your provider to ensure the data was transmitted successfully to the TDLR.

Q: Do I need to send my certificate of completion to the state?
A: No. The TDLR requires providers to report hours electronically. You should keep your certificate for your personal records for at least 48 months in case of a state audit.

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