Texas Medication Aide Continuing Education – 7 Hour Renewal Course
Texas HHSC-Approved Nursing Facility Medication Aide Training Program Continuing Education Course
Meets the Texas 7-hour continuing education requirement for Medication Aide permit renewal
- $90 tuition + $29 registration fee — $119 total student cost
- 100% Online & Self-Paced through Canvas within the assigned course period
- No Clinical Hours & No Textbook Required
- TULIP Completion Reporting Handled by We Care Online following successful completion
- Complete your required Texas Medication Aide CE online
Before You Enroll
This course is for individuals who hold a Texas Medication Aide Permit and need the required continuing education for permit renewal. Your Texas Medication Aide Permit Number is required during registration.
- Locate your Texas Medication Aide Permit Number
- Make sure the legal name entered during registration matches your Texas credential
- Provide accurate registration information so We Care Online can report your successful course completion through TULIP
Course completion does not itself renew your Texas Medication Aide permit. You are responsible for submitting your renewal application through TULIP and satisfying all applicable Texas HHSC renewal requirements.
Details
The program reviews medication administration, medication safety, resident protection, regulatory responsibilities, and current practices relevant to permitted Medication Aides working in Texas long-term care settings.
This Texas Medication Aide Continuing Education course provides the seven clock hours of continuing education required for eligible Texas Medication Aides renewing their permits. The course is approved by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and is offered online through We Care Online.
- Texas Permitted Medication Aides
- Medication Aides completing the required continuing education for permit renewal
- Medication Aides who need an HHSC-approved 7-hour continuing education course
- 100% online coursework through Canvas
- Self-paced within the assigned course period
- Instructor-monitored course activity
- No textbook required
- Medication administration
- Medication safety
- Resident protection
- Regulatory responsibilities
- Current practices relevant to permitted Medication Aides in Texas long-term care settings
- 7 clock hours online
- 100% online through Canvas
- Self-paced within the assigned course period
- Instructor monitored
- No clinical hours
- No textbook required
- All seven required instructional hours and assigned coursework must be completed
After successful completion of the required seven hours and all assigned coursework, We Care Online reports the student's continuing education completion to Texas HHSC through the Texas Unified Licensure Information Portal (TULIP).
Course completion does not itself renew your Texas Medication Aide permit. After We Care Online reports your continuing education completion to TULIP, you are responsible for submitting your Medication Aide renewal application and satisfying all applicable Texas HHSC renewal requirements.
What Happens After You Enroll
Your path from registration to completing Texas Medication Aide continuing education and submitting your own permit renewal.
1Locate Your Texas Medication Aide Permit Number
This course is intended for Texas Permitted Medication Aides completing the required continuing education for permit renewal.
Locate your Texas Medication Aide Permit Number and make sure your legal name matches your Texas credential.
Required during registration: Texas Medication Aide Permit Number*. Required for Texas HHSC/TULIP reporting. Enter your permit number exactly as it appears on your Texas Medication Aide credential.
2Enroll & Submit Payment
Complete the standard WCO registration information and provide your Texas Medication Aide Permit Number.
Course cost: $90 tuition + $29 registration fee = $119 total student cost.
3Course Confirmation & Access
Follow your WCO course confirmation and access instructions to begin the course through Canvas.
The course is 100% online and self-paced within the assigned course period.
4Complete the Online Continuing Education
Successfully complete all required coursework and the full 7 clock hours through Canvas.
The program reviews medication administration, medication safety, resident protection, regulatory responsibilities, and current practices relevant to permitted Medication Aides working in Texas long-term care settings.
5After You Complete the Course
- Complete all required coursework and the full 7 clock hours.
- We Care Online verifies successful completion.
- We Care Online reports your continuing education completion to Texas HHSC through TULIP.
- You complete your own Medication Aide renewal application through TULIP.
- You pay any applicable Texas renewal fee directly to the state.
- HHSC processes your permit renewal.
Course completion does not itself renew your Texas Medication Aide permit. After We Care Online reports your continuing education completion to TULIP, you are responsible for submitting your Medication Aide renewal application and satisfying all applicable Texas HHSC renewal requirements.
Requirements
Career Info
This continuing education course supports Texas Permitted Medication Aides reviewing current practices relevant to medication administration in Texas long-term care settings.
- Medication administration
- Medication safety
- Resident protection
- Regulatory responsibilities
- Current practices in Texas long-term care settings
Complete your required Texas Medication Aide CE online through an HHSC-approved Medication Aide Training Program.
- For individuals who hold a Texas Medication Aide Permit
- For Medication Aides completing continuing education for permit renewal
This course provides continuing education for eligible permit holders.
Texas Medication Aides must complete the required continuing education during the previous permit period before annual renewal, except that continuing education is not required for the first renewal.
After We Care Online verifies and reports successful continuing education completion through TULIP:
- Submit your own Medication Aide renewal application through TULIP
- Pay any applicable Texas renewal fee directly to the state
- Satisfy all applicable Texas HHSC renewal requirements
HHSC processes your permit renewal. A course completion certificate itself does not renew the permit.
Texas HHSC distinguishes facility annual in-service education from the continuing education required for Medication Aide permit renewal. Facility in-service education does not substitute for the required 7-hour Medication Aide continuing education course.
Instructor
My name is Kayla Neitzel, and I am pleased to welcome you to We Care Online. I bring more than two decades of experience in healthcare and a strong passion for education, mentorship, and supporting individuals as they advance in their professional careers.
I began my nursing career as a Licensed Practical Nurse after completing my LPN program at Wichita Area Technical College. I later earned my Registered Nurse degree from Pratt Community College and most recently completed my Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Throughout my career, I have worked across a wide range of clinical and professional settings, including cardiac care, medical surgical, orthopedic, and wound care units, post cardiac catheterization recovery, home health, and long term care.
I look forward to working with you and supporting you throughout this experience.
Colleen Villa is a dedicated and passionate member of the We Care Online team, making a significant impact as a department director. With an extensive background in healthcare and a genuine desire to help others, Colleen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role.
She has worked in various educational settings, including colleges, and provides practical insights and real world examples that enhance student understanding. Her expertise extends across healthcare administration.
Colleen is known for her compassionate approach and genuine interest in student success. She takes time to connect with each individual, understanding learning styles and offering personalized guidance.
Through her engaging style and dedication to excellence, Colleen continues to positively impact the careers of healthcare professionals.
Student FAQ's
Quick answers about Texas approval, course format, registration, completion, and permit renewal.
1How many hours is the course?
The course consists of 7 clock hours. Students must successfully complete all required coursework and the full 7 clock hours.
2Is this course approved by Texas?
Yes. We Care Online is approved by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to provide the Nursing Facility Medication Aide Training Program Continuing Education Course.
3Is the course online?
Yes. The course is 100% online through Canvas and self-paced within the assigned course period.
4Do I need a textbook?
No. A textbook is not required.
5Are there clinical hours?
No. There are no clinical hours.
6Does We Care Online report my completion to Texas?
Yes. After successful completion, We Care Online reports your continuing education completion to Texas HHSC through TULIP.
7Does completing this course automatically renew my Medication Aide permit?
No. Course completion satisfies the applicable continuing education component. You are still responsible for completing your Medication Aide renewal application through TULIP and satisfying all other HHSC renewal requirements.
8Do I need the 7-hour continuing education course for my first Medication Aide permit renewal?
No. Texas does not require the 7-hour continuing education for the first renewal. The continuing education requirement applies after the first renewal.
9What information will I need to register?
You will need your Texas Medication Aide Permit Number along with the standard personal and contact information required during registration. Enter your permit number exactly as it appears on your Texas Medication Aide credential and make sure your legal name matches your credential.
10Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. You will receive a certificate after successful completion. The certificate itself does not renew your Texas Medication Aide permit. We Care Online reports your continuing education completion to Texas HHSC through TULIP; you are responsible for submitting your own permit renewal application and meeting all applicable HHSC renewal requirements.
11Does my facility's annual in-service training replace this 7-hour continuing education course?
No. Texas HHSC distinguishes facility annual in-service education from the continuing education required for Medication Aide permit renewal. Facility in-service education does not substitute for the required 7-hour Medication Aide continuing education course.
12How do I enroll and what does the course cost?
Use the Registration Options button, complete the WCO registration form, and provide your Texas Medication Aide Permit Number. Tuition is $90 plus an additional $29 registration fee, for a total student cost of $119. Follow the payment options and policies provided during registration.
13Who do I contact for support?
Contact Kayla Neitzel, RN at kaylan@wecareonlineclasses.com or 888-932-2501 ext 114, or Colleen Villa at colleen@wecareonlineclasses.com or 888-932-2501 ext 102.