Texas Geriatric Care CE for Nurses – 2 Contact Hours

Texas Geriatric Care CE for Nurses – 2 Contact Hours
$18.99
2 Contact Hours
Required For: TX
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About the course

Updated March 2026

Texas Geriatric Care CE for Nurses

Board Rule 216.3(h) Compliant • 2 Contact Hours

RNs • LVNs • APRNs • ANCC Accredited • Instant Certificate

Texas requires all nurses whose practice includes older adult or geriatric populations to complete 2 contact hours of geriatric care continuing education every licensure renewal cycle under Board Rule 216.3(h). This online course fulfills the full requirement—complete at your own pace and receive your certificate instantly.

Course Overview

This evidence-based course provides a comprehensive review of the physiologic, cognitive, and psychosocial changes associated with aging and their impact on nursing care. Developed by board-certified nurse practitioners, the content is designed to strengthen clinical decision-making when caring for older adult patients across all practice settings.

Topics include: age-related physiologic changes across body systems, cognitive and memory changes, chronic disease management in older adults, polypharmacy and medication safety, fall prevention, mental health considerations including depression and dementia, elder abuse identification and mandatory reporting, advance care planning, and end-of-life care principles.

Appropriate for nurses in all practice settings—hospitals, long-term care, home health, outpatient clinics, emergency departments, rehabilitation, and advanced practice roles. The requirement applies every renewal cycle for any Texas nurse whose practice includes older adult or geriatric populations.

Key Features

✓ Meets TX BON Requirement

Full 2-hour Geriatric Care CE

✓ RNs, LVNs & APRNs

All practice settings

✓ 100% Online

Self-paced, anytime access

✓ Instant Certificate

No subscriptions or auto-renewals

Regulatory Statement: This course satisfies the Texas Board of Nursing requirement for 2 contact hours of older adult and geriatric care continuing education as outlined in Board Rule 216.3(h). Course content covers elder abuse, age-related memory changes, age-related disease processes including chronic conditions, and end-of-life issues as required. Nurses are responsible for ensuring completion of all renewal requirements applicable to their individual license.

Course Author: Joanna Nolte, APRN, MSN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC — Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Accredited Provider Program Director. No conflicts of interest to disclose.

Last updated: March 1, 2026

Need All 20 Texas CE Hours?

This course is included in our Texas Nursing CE Renewal Package — 20 Contact Hours (RN & LVN), which covers your entire biennial CE requirement in 4 courses including both BON-mandated topics. Just $49 one-time — less than buying 3 individual courses separately.

If you still need most of your 20 hours, the bundle is a significantly better value per hour.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Texas older adult and geriatric care CE requirement?

Under Board Rule 216.3(h), any Texas-licensed RN, LVN, or APRN whose practice includes older adult or geriatric populations must complete at least 2 contact hours of continuing nursing education in geriatric care every licensure renewal cycle (every 2 years). The course must cover elder abuse, age-related memory changes, age-related disease processes including chronic conditions, and end-of-life issues.

How often do Texas nurses need geriatric care CE?

Unlike jurisprudence and ethics (which is every 3rd renewal), geriatric care CE is required every licensure renewal cycle — every 2 years. If your practice includes any older adult patients, you must complete this requirement each time you renew your Texas nursing license.

Who must complete Texas geriatric care CE?

All Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) whose practice includes older adult or geriatric populations. Given that older adults represent a significant portion of patients across hospitals, clinics, home health, long-term care, and emergency departments, this applies to the majority of Texas nurses.

Does this 2-hour course count toward my 20 required CE hours?

Yes. The 2 geriatric care hours count as part of the 20 total contact hours required for Texas nursing license renewal. However, national certification alone cannot substitute for this specific requirement.

What topics must the Texas geriatric care course cover?

Per Board Rule 216.3(h), the course must include: elder abuse, age-related memory changes, age-related disease processes including chronic conditions, and end-of-life issues. This course covers all four required content areas plus additional evidence-based topics including polypharmacy, fall prevention, and mental health in older adults.

Is this course accepted by the Texas Board of Nursing?

Yes. Renew Now CE is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC), Provider P0557. ANCC accreditation is accepted by all 50 state boards of nursing, including the Texas Board of Nursing.

What if I don't pass the post-test on my first attempt?

No problem — you have unlimited attempts on every post-test at no extra charge. Review the material at your own pace and retake the assessment as many times as you need. There is no penalty, and your progress is always saved. Once you pass, your certificate downloads instantly.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes — 30 days, no questions asked. If you are not completely satisfied with the quality of our content within 30 days of purchase, contact us for a full refund. We are confident in the quality of our courses, but your satisfaction is guaranteed.

$18.99
2 Contact Hours
Required For: TX
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