How to Earn Texas CPE Credits
For Texas teachers earning CPE credits for license renewal — from a TEA-approved provider since 2004.
CE Credits Online has been a TEA-approved CPE provider since 2004. Our courses are fully online and self-paced, eligible for both CPE credits toward Texas State License Renewal and graduate-level professional development credit.
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This guide covers:
- How earn your Texas CPE credits
- How to enroll in courses
- What to expect after completion
Quick Answer
- CE Credits Online is a Texas TEA-approved CPE provider (Provider # 500-494, since 2004)
- Complete an online course and receive a Certificate of Completion for your Texas CPE records
- Courses are fully online and self-paced — you have 180 days from purchase to complete
- Optional university graduate credits are available as an add-on at checkout
- You are responsible for maintaining your CPE records and renewing your certificate with TEA
We are a Texas TEA approved provider.
TEA-approved CPE providers list.
- Texas Approved CPE Provider # 500-494 (Since 2004)
- Our provider's name is CPE Credits Online
Develop your skills and stay up to date on best educational practices with our online professional development courses for teachers in Texas. Our courses are eligible for both Graduate-level Professional Development Credit and CPE Credits towards Texas State License Renewal, covering a wide range of topics from the list provided.
How to get your CPE Credits
After you have successfully completed your course:
- You will receive a Certificate of Completion for your records. This Certificate will include the name of the course and number of professional development hours completed.
- The Certificate of Completion is designed as a record that verifies that a professional development course was taken and passed.
If you purchased university credits:
- Upon successful completion of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion for your records.
- CE Credits Online will forward all the required documentation to the University you selected during enrollment.
- Graduate Credits are available through Adams State University. Graduate-level professional development credits are available through Augustana University, Valley City State University and Cal Poly Humboldt. The University partner will process your course completion and provide a transcript that includes the name of the course, course number, number of credits, and your grade.
- You will receive directions on how to receive your transcript in email form, and you can also review the University Partners section of our website for more information.
Texas CPE Program Rules
- CE Credits Online is a TEA-approved CPE provider — your Certificate of Completion is your documentation
- Keep your Certificate of Completion for your records in case of a TEA audit
- Certificate renewal is completed directly through TEA — your Certificate of Completion is your documentation when you're ready to renew.
- University credits are easiest to add at purchase — if you need them after successfully completing your course, contact us within 30 days of completion and we can help.
- You have 180 days (about 6 months) from purchase to complete your course
Texas CPE FAQs
What is the Type dropdown when I select a course?
The Type dropdown lets you choose your enrollment option. Course Only gives you a Certificate of Completion for your Texas CPE records. University Credits adds an official university transcript from one of our partner universities. For Texas CPE hours only, Course Only is all you need.
What does my Certificate of Completion include?
Your Certificate of Completion includes the name of the course and the number of professional development hours completed. This is your documentation for Texas CPE purposes — keep it for your records.
Does CE Credits Online submit my CPE records to TEA?
No. CE Credits Online provides your Certificate of Completion, which is your documentation for the renewal process. Record-keeping and certificate renewal are completed directly through the TEA Educator Certification Online System (ECOS)
Can I earn university graduate credits at the same time?
Yes — university credit is an optional add-on available at checkout. We partner with Adams State University, Augustana University, Valley City State University, and Cal Poly Humboldt. Visit our University Partners page to learn more. University credits must be added at purchase and cannot be added after completion.
How long do I have to complete a course?
You have 180 days (about 6 months) from your purchase date to complete your course. All courses are self-paced — no scheduled sessions or live requirements.
Who do I contact with questions?
For questions about your course or enrollment, check out our FAQs or email support@cecreditsonline.org.
How to Enroll
- Go to our Texas CPE courses page and select a course or courses you like.
- On the course page, use the Type dropdown:
- Course Only — includes your Certificate of Completion for Texas CPE records
- University Credits — adds an official university transcript. A second dropdown will appear to choose your university partner.
- Add the course to your cart.
- When you are ready to check out, go to your cart and click "Check Out".
- You will be asked to log into your account or create a new account.
- Follow the enrollment and payment prompts. If you have a discount code, enter it at the end of the enrollment process.
- Upon purchase you will receive an email receipt and can log in to your course at eClassroom Sign in.
You have 180 days (about 6 months) from purchase to complete your course.