Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Kansas
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Kansas Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Provides basic patient care under supervision. Requires NCLEX-PN exam.

What the Kansas data shows for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)s

Kansas sets the entry bar for licensed practical nurse (lpn)s at 1,088 training hours and a passing score on NCLEX-PN. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 18 or older. The credential is administered under Kansas's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Diploma or Associate Degree".

Upfront cost is $97, with renewal running $68 on a 2-year cycle. The license also carries an ongoing 24-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

For licensed practical nurse (lpn)s, the reciprocity picture is: NLC Compact: 41 states allow multistate practice.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
60/100
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) · Kansas

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training D
1,088 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee C-
$97
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B
$34/yr
$68 every 2 years
Continuing Education C-
12.0 hrs/yr
24 hours every 2 years
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Kansas

Education / Training Hours
Diploma or Associate Degree
1,088 hours
Exam Requirement
NCLEX-PN
Required
Initial License Fee
$97
Renewal Fee
$68
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Kansas licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Kansas? ▼
Kansas requires 1088 education/training hours, passing an exam (NCLEX-PN), and an initial fee of $97. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Kansas? ▼
Kansas licenses licensed practical nurse (lpn)s who complete its requirements (1088 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Kansas licensing board.
Can I transfer my Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license to Kansas from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for licensed practical nurse (lpn)s: NLC Compact: 41 states allow multistate practice. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Kansas licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Kansas require a background check for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensing? ▼
Kansas does require a background check before issuing a licensed practical nurse (lpn) license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Kansas? ▼
To stay licensed as a licensed practical nurse (lpn) in Kansas, plan on 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $68.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Kansas, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a licensed practical nurse (lpn)-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Kansas's licensed practical nurse (lpn) requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state licensed practical nurse (lpn) license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Kansas's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Kansas overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Kansas licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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