Kansas CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Kansas you need to satisfy the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry's in-service / continuing-education training requirement . Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying training. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Kansas requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry |
No CE/in-service hours are required of the individual. To stay active the aide must perform at least 8 hours of paid nursing-related work (activities of daily living) within the two-year period, verified by the employer; hours in a doctor's office or clinic don't count. A lapsed aide reactivates via an RN-administered 18-skill checklist or a 10-hour refresher.
Full CNA renewal guide for Kansas (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Kansas CNA CE course providers
- Medline University
Free and low-cost in-service training modules for nurse aides.
- CEUfast — Nurse Aide
In-service and continuing-education courses for nursing assistants.
- Elite Learning — CNA In-Service
CNA in-service training packages covering federally required topics.
- Relias
Employer-oriented in-service and competency training widely used in long-term care.
Kansas CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Kansas?
Kansas does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. No CE/in-service hours are required of the individual. To stay active the aide must perform at least 8 hours of paid nursing-related work (activities of daily living) within the two-year period, verified by the employer; hours in a doctor's office or clinic don't count. A lapsed aide reactivates via an RN-administered 18-skill checklist or a 10-hour refresher.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Kansas?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Kansas CNA CE?
Kansas generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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