Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) · CRNA

30 hours. Every two years. Tied to your license anniversary.

Below is exactly what Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) requires: mandatory topics, exemptions, accepted credit types, and documentation rules.

Updated April 2026Sourced from KSBN(~4 min read

Reviewed by Doug Doehrman, MD · Last reviewed April 30, 2026

Mandatory topics

Kansas has no state-mandated topic requirements beyond the 30-hour total.

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Conditional requirements

These rules apply only when the trigger described under each card is met (for example, holding a state-issued controlled substance registration or treating a specific patient population). Each cites the underlying statute or rule directly.

ConditionalGeneral CME[1]
30 hrs
Biennial

Kansas APRNs (including CRNAs) must complete an ADDITIONAL 30 contact hours of approved CNE related to the advanced practice role per biennium under K.A.R. 60-11-113(b), in addition to the 30 RN-tier hours. Active NBCRNA certification is also required.

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“On and after January 1, 2013, each individual renewing a license shall have completed the required 30 contact hours of approved continuing nursing education (CNE) related to the advanced practice registered nurse role during the most recent prior license period.”
K.A.R. 60-11-113(b)See source [1] in Primary Sources
Accepted credit

Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, Kansas Medical Association, or AAFP. ACGME residency or fellowship time accrues toward the requirement. Teaching or presenting accredited CME can satisfy a portion of required hours.

Credit systemNotes
NBCRNA Class A
NBCRNA Class A / MAC Ed credits qualify toward the underlying RN CE.
ANCC Contact Hour
ANCC contact hours from accredited providers qualify.
Documentation & audit

Physicians are responsible for retaining CME documentation and producing it on request. Requirements include course title, dates, hours, sponsoring organization, and accrediting body.

Waivers & exemptions

No formal waivers or exemptions are published for Kansas.

FAQ
How many state-level CE hours do Kansas CRNAs need?
60 contact hours per biennium combined: 30 RN-tier hours under K.A.R. 60-9 plus an additional 30 APRN-role hours under K.A.R. 60-11-113(b). NBCRNA-aligned CE (AANA, ANCC) typically counts toward both blocks. APRN renewal additionally requires active NBCRNA certification.
Does Kansas require NBCRNA certification for CRNA licensure?
Yes. NBCRNA initial certification is required for APRN/CRNA licensure, and active NBCRNA certification must be maintained for renewal.
Is Kansas part of the APRN Compact?
No. Kansas has not enacted the APRN Compact as of 2026. Kansas is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for the RN portion.
Where can I check my Kansas CRNA license renewal date?
License status and verification are available through KSBN License Verification at ksbn.kansas.gov/license-verification/.

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Sources & Citations

Every mandatory topic and conditional requirement above cites the underlying statute or rule. Numbered references below correspond to the bracketed citations next to each requirement.

  1. https://www.sos.ks.gov/publications/Register/Volume-41/Issues/Issue-39/09-29-22-50546.html
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    “On and after January 1, 2013, each individual renewing a license shall have completed the required 30 contact hours of approved continuing nursing education (CNE) related to the advanced practice registered nurse role during the most recent prior license period.”K.A.R. 60-11-113(b) · Effective 2013-01-01

This page is provided for general educational purposes and reflects the best available information as of the last reviewed date above. CME requirements change. Atlas CME is not affiliated with the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN), or any other state medical board, licensing authority, or professional organization. Physicians are solely responsible for verifying their own current CME requirements directly with their state medical board before relying on any information presented here.

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