Mandatory topics
For NPs, 30 hours is the total CE requirement. No mandatory topics are listed for NPs in Kansas. Confirm topic requirements with Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) before the renewal cycle.
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Accepted credit
Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) accepts ANCC Contact Hour toward the CE requirement for NPs, along with other credit it approves.
| Credit system | Notes |
|---|---|
ANCC Contact Hour | APRN CNE must be related to the advanced practice registered nurse role. 1 CNE contact hour = 50 minutes (Kansas standard). ANCC and other national nursing credentialing associations accepted.SourceK.A.R. 60-9-106[1] |
Board-approved credit | CE from KSBN-approved providers, state boards of nursing, national nursing credentialing associations, and KSBN-pre-approved IOAs accepted. APRN CE must be role-specific — it must relate to the APRN's specific practice area and advanced role.SourceK.A.R. 60-9-106[1] |
Documentation & audit
NPs are responsible for retaining CE 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
Do Kansas NPs need separate CE from RNs?
The CNE hour total is the same for both — 30 contact hours per two-year period. The difference is content: APRN CNE must be related to the advanced practice registered nurse role, whereas RN CNE can encompass general nursing topics. Kansas does not impose a separate or higher hour total for APRNs beyond the standard 30-hour biennial requirement.
Does Kansas require pharmacology CE for NPs with prescriptive authority?
No mandatory pharmacology CE requirement for Kansas APRNs was identified in the available KSBN rules (K.A.R. 60-9-106, KSBN CNE page). Kansas does not impose a specific pharmacology CE mandate as part of APRN renewal. The CE must be role-specific (APRN-level content), and pharmacology is a natural fit for NPs, but it is not mandated by rule. Nurses should consult the KSBN APRN Guidelines document for any updates.
Is Kansas in the APRN Compact?
No. Kansas is a member of the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) — which governs the underlying RN license — but is not a member of the APRN Compact. Kansas NPs who wish to practice as APRNs in other states must obtain APRN licensure in those states individually. NLC multistate licensure applies only to the RN credential, not APRN authority.
Does Kansas require national certification for APRN renewal?
Yes. National certification is a condition of APRN licensure in Kansas under Kan. Stat. Ann. § 65-1130. APRNs must hold certification from a recognized national certifying body in their applicable specialty. Consult KSBN directly or the APRN Guidelines document to confirm which certifying organizations are currently recognized.
Where can I check my Kansas APRN license renewal date?
Kansas APRN and RN license information is available through the Kansas State Board of Nursing at https://ksbn.kansas.gov. The CNE requirements page at https://ksbn.kansas.gov/cnes/ includes provider approval resources, IOA request forms, and audit documentation guidance. For APRN-specific guidance, KSBN provides a separate APRN Guidelines document linked from the continuing nursing education section.