Texas
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Texas (2026)
20 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Texas Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial renewal
Continuing education
20 contact hours per renewal
20 contact hours of CNE in the nurse's practice area per 2-year cycle, OR an approved national certification in lieu of hours. Separately: 2 CE hrs Nursing Jurisprudence & Ethics every 3rd renewal; human-trafficking-prevention every renewal (direct care); 2 hrs geriatrics every renewal (if serving older adults). The one-time Nursing Jurisprudence Exam is at initial licensure only, not a CE-hour requirement.
- Nursing Jurisprudence & Ethics (2 CE hrs every 3rd renewal)
- Human Trafficking Prevention (every renewal, direct care)
- Geriatrics (2 hrs every renewal, if applicable)
Source: Texas Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Texas Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Texas?
- Biennial renewal
- How many contact hours do I need in Texas?
- 20 contact hours per renewal. 20 contact hours of CNE in the nurse's practice area per 2-year cycle, OR an approved national certification in lieu of hours. Separately: 2 CE hrs Nursing Jurisprudence & Ethics every 3rd renewal; human-trafficking-prevention every renewal (direct care); 2 hrs geriatrics every renewal (if serving older adults). The one-time Nursing Jurisprudence Exam is at initial licensure only, not a CE-hour requirement.
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Texas?
- Through Texas Board of Nursing. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.