The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) requires licensed professionals to complete continuing competence (CC) activities to maintain their professional licensure.
What CCU hours are required for license renewal in Texas?
| Profession | Total Hours | Mandatory | Elective |
| Cosmetology | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Counselor | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Dental Assistants | 6 | 3 | 6 |
| Dental Hygienist | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Dentist | 24 | 20 | 4 |
| Funeral | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Marriage and Family Counselor | 30 | 10 | 20 |
| Massage Therapy | 12 | 1 | 12 |
| Nursing: APN | 20 | 2 | 18 |
| Nursing: LVN/LPN | 20 | 2 | 18 |
| Nursing: RN | 20 | 2 | 18 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | 24 | 1 | 23 |
| Occupational Therapy | 24 | 1 | 23 |
| Pharmacy Technician | 20 | 2 | 18 |
| Pharmacy | 30 | 2 | 28 |
| Physical Therapy Assistants | 20 | 3 | 17 |
| Physical Therapy | 30 | 3 | 27 |
| Physician: DO | 48 | 4 | 44 |
| Physician: MD | 48 | 5 | 43 |
| Physician: PA | 40 | 3 | 37 |
| Psychology | 40 | 13 | 27 |
| Respiratory Therapy | 24 | 3 | 21 |
| Social Work | 30 | 10 | 20 |
PLEASE NOTE: This information is provided as a resource only and is subject to change. For more detailed information on your requirements, we recommend checking with your state board.
Where can I complete my Texas CC activities?
Elite Learning is an approved provider of CCU hours for Texas licensed professionals. Get your hours in one convenient package or unlock unlimited access with Passport Membership.
Jurisprudence Assessment Module (TX JAM)
- All licensees must complete the Jurisprudence Assessment Module (TX JAM) as part of their total continuing competence requirements.
Human Trafficking
Texas licensed professionals must also complete a Human Trafficking course.
- Licensed cosmetologists can complete the Human Trafficking requirement from Elite Learning.
- All other professionals must complete a minimum of 1 CCU of Human Trafficking Prevention Training provided by the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). You can access this free course on the Texas Health and Human Services website.
Where can I get help if I have additional questions about my CE requirements?
For questions regarding your Elite Learning courses or membership, contact a member of our friendly customer service team via email or call us at 1-888-857-6920. For questions regarding the human trafficking prevention training, contact the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
