Kansas LPN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your LPN license in Kansas you need to satisfy the Kansas State Board of Nursing's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 30 hours per 2-year cycle. Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Kansas requires for LPN renewal
| CE hours required | 30 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Kansas State Board of Nursing |
LPNs must complete 30 contact hours of board-approved continuing nursing education (CNE) during the most recent licensing period (one contact hour = 50 minutes). No specific mandatory topic areas are required. There is no practice-hours alternative pathway. Exemption applies if the license expires within 30 months following initial licensure by examination, or within the first 9 months following reinstatement or endorsement. The 30-hour requirement is the same for LPNs and RNs in Kansas.
Full LPN renewal guide for Kansas (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Kansas LPN CE course providers
- Nurse.com CE
Accredited nursing CE for LPNs/LVNs, including state-mandated topic courses.
- Elite Learning — Nursing CE
State-specific LPN/LVN CE packages built around each state's renewal rules.
- CEUfast
ANCC-accredited unlimited-CE subscription accepted for LPNs in most states.
- Wild Iris Medical Education
Individual accredited nursing CE courses for LPNs/LVNs.
Kansas LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Kansas?
Kansas requires about 30 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. LPNs must complete 30 contact hours of board-approved continuing nursing education (CNE) during the most recent licensing period (one contact hour = 50 minutes). No specific mandatory topic areas are required. There is no practice-hours alternative pathway. Exemption applies if the license expires within 30 months following initial licensure by examination, or within the first 9 months following reinstatement or endorsement. The 30-hour requirement is the same for LPNs and RNs in Kansas.
Do online LPN CE courses count in Kansas?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Kansas LPN 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 State Board of Nursing.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Kansas State Board of Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.