Texas Licensing & Certification Requirements

Texas licensing and certification requirements: TABC Seller/Server Certification, Certified Nursing Assistant, Electrician, Food Handler Card, HVAC Technician, Notary Public and Plumber. Issuing authority, whether each credential is required, and the date each was last verified against official Texas sources.

CredentialStatus in TexasLast verified
TABC Seller/Server CertificationVoluntary — required by order or local ruleJul 22, 2026
Certified Nursing AssistantState license requiredAug 14, 2026
ElectricianState license requiredSep 8, 2026
Food Handler CardRequired statewideJul 22, 2026
HVAC TechnicianState license requiredJul 22, 2026
Notary PublicState license requiredAug 12, 2026
PlumberState license requiredJul 29, 2026

This table is a summary. Fees, exam details, experience hours, renewal cycles and the exact legal basis differ by credential — open each page for the sourced detail. Requirements are stated from official Texas sources and carry the date each was last verified.

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