What are the mandatory CE topics for Texas nurses?

Texas Nursing Jurisprudence and Ethics: 2 contact hours (Every 3rd renewal (every 6 yrs)) | Human Trafficking Prevention (HHSC-Approved): 1 contact hours (Every renewal (direct patient care)) | Older Adult or Geriatric Care: 2 contact hours (Every renewal (if serving older adults)) | Forensic Evidence Collection (ER Nurses): 2 contact hours (One-time (within 2 yrs of ER employment))

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Q: How many CE contact hours are required for Texas (TX) RN license renewal?

20 contact hours every 2 years. All 20 contact hours must be related to your area of nursing practice. APRNs holding prescriptive authority require an additional 5 hours in pharmacotherapeutics. Governing board: Texas Board of Nursing (BON).

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Standard RN CE Hours

20 Contact Hrs

Per 2-year renewal cycle

State-Mandated Topic Hours

7 Hours

Across 4 specific state rule(s)

General Elective CE Hours

13 Hours

Board-approved clinical or specialty courses

Texas Board of Nursing (BON) — Mandatory Topic & Competency Breakdown

Texas Nursing Jurisprudence and Ethics

Every 3rd renewal (every 6 yrs)2 hrs

Human Trafficking Prevention (HHSC-Approved)

Every renewal (direct patient care)1 hr

Older Adult or Geriatric Care

Every renewal (if serving older adults)2 hrs

Forensic Evidence Collection (ER Nurses)

One-time (within 2 yrs of ER employment)2 hrs

Texas Board & APRN Rule Note: All 20 contact hours must be related to your area of nursing practice. APRNs holding prescriptive authority require an additional 5 hours in pharmacotherapeutics.

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