CNA License Renewal in Kansas (2026)

CNA license renewal in Kansas is handled by the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry, which requires Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Kansas CNA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Certification must be kept active on a rolling two-year basis; it lapses to inactive if the aide doesn't work the required hours within any two-year period. Keeping it active is the aide's responsibility.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	see board (fee not fixed/published)
Online renewal	Check board
Governing body	Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry

Go to the official Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry. manual review of KDADS Nurse Aide and Medication Aide FAQs.

Continuing-education requirements for CNAs in Kansas

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.

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How to renew your CNA license in Kansas

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: No fee is referenced for keeping certification active via employment verification. Status is checked at ksnurseaidregistry.org; forms are submitted by mail, email, or fax (no online self-service renewal).

CNA license renewal in Kansas: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CNA license in Kansas?

Kansas CNA licenses renew every 24 months. Certification must be kept active on a rolling two-year basis; it lapses to inactive if the aide doesn't work the required hours within any two-year period. Keeping it active is the aide's responsibility.

Can I renew my Kansas CNA license online?

Check the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry for the current renewal method.

What happens if I let my Kansas CNA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Kansas Dept for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) — Kansas Nurse Aide Registry promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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