LPN License Renewal in Kansas (2026)

LPN license renewal in Kansas is handled by the Kansas State Board of Nursing, which requires Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)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 LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Licenses renew biennially. A license expires on the last day of the licensee's birth month; the renewal year (even- or odd-numbered) is tied to the licensee's year of birth (even birth year renews in even years, odd birth year in odd years). The online renewal window opens 90 days before the expiration date.
CE hours required	30 hours
Renewal fee	$85.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Kansas State Board of Nursing

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Kansas

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.

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How to renew your LPN license in Kansas

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Kansas State Board of Nursing portal.
Complete the required 30 CE hours.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: In Kansas the credential is "Licensed Practical Nurse" (LPN); only California and Texas use "Licensed Vocational Nurse" (LVN). The published $85 biennial fee is the standard renewal fee. No separate late fee is published; a lapsed/expired license requires reinstatement ($150). Kansas does not use CE Broker for nurse CE tracking. The 60-3-108 regulation PDF was binary and could not be parsed, but the birth-month/even-odd-year expiration rule is consistent across KSBN materials.

LPN license renewal in Kansas: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Kansas?

Kansas LPN licenses renew every 24 months. Licenses renew biennially. A license expires on the last day of the licensee's birth month; the renewal year (even- or odd-numbered) is tied to the licensee's year of birth (even birth year renews in even years, odd birth year in odd years). The online renewal window opens 90 days before the expiration date.

How many CE hours are required to renew an LPN license in Kansas?

Approximately 30 continuing-education hours per 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. Confirm the current requirement with the Kansas State Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my Kansas LPN license online?

Yes — Kansas offers online renewal through the Kansas State Board of Nursing. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Kansas LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Kansas State Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) renewal