CNA License in Kansas

Are you considering working in the healthcare industry but do not want to go through extensive training first? If so, you will be happy to know that after just 90 hours of training, you can become a Certified Nursing Assistant or Aide (CNA) in Kansas. Furthermore, there is a growing need for CNAs in Kansas, so your chances of securing a good-paying job is high in the state.

Certification Requirements in Kansas

In Kansas, the Kansas Aging and Disability Services Department regulates training programs and certification requirements for CNAs. In accordance with the department, to become a CNA in Kansas, you must complete at least 90 hours of state-approved CNA training. After completing your training, you will be required to sit for the CNA certification exam. Obtaining a passing score on this test will allow you to apply for certification.

How to Get Your CNA Certification in Kansas

Upon completion of your training and passing the CNA exam, you can work as a CNA in Kansas. You can find the application information by going to the Kansas Aging and Disability Services Department website, taking the cursor over Commissions, clicking on “Survey, Certification and Credentialing Commission," and finally clicking on “Health Occupations Credentialing" or by contacting the Department directly (see the contact information towards the end of this article).

How to Verify Your CNA Certification in Kansas

For you to verify your CNA status in Kansas, arrive on the “Health Occupations Credentialing" and under “Certification (CNA, HHA, CMA) Information and Forms” click on Nurse Aide. Then, click on “Kansas Nurse Aide Registry.” This will take you to a search tool that will allow you to check your CNA status.

How to Renew Your CNA Certification in Kansas

Contact the Department to learn about the renewal requirements and how to proceed. It should be noted that CNA certifications are due for renewal after 24 months from the time they are first issued.

How to Reinstate Your CNA Certification in Kansas

Contact the Kansas Aging And Disability Services Department to learn about the reinstatement requirements and how to proceed.

How to Transfer Your CNA Certification from Kansas to Another State

Before you can transfer your CNA certification from Kansas to another state, you must find out about the transfer requirements of the new state. To do this, locate your new state's CNA regulatory agency by visiting the National Council of State Boards of Nursing website. Once you locate your new state's CNA regulatory agency, contact them to find out what you need to do to transfer your certification.

Kansas Nurse Aide Registry

If you have additional questions, contact the Kansas Nurse Aide Registry at:

Kansas Department for Aging & Disability Services
Health Occupations Credentialing

503 S Kansas Ave
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: (785) 296-6877
Fax: (785) 296-3075
Registry Search

State-Approved CNA Programs in Kansas

There are many great CNA schools in Kansas. Some of the top-rated facilities include:

1. Allen Community College

   1801 N Cottonwood St, Iola, KS 66749

2. Allied Health Career Training

   2622 W Central Ave B102, Wichita, KS 67203

3. Barton Community College

   245 NE 30 Rd, Great Bend, KS 67530

4. Bethel House Training Institute

   1005 S Glendale, Wichita, KS 67218

5. Butler Community College

   901 S Haverhill Rd, El Dorado, KS 67042

6. Cloud County Community College

   2221 Campus Dr, Concordia, KS 66901

7. Coffeyville Community College

   400 W 11th St, Coffeyville, KS 67337

8. Colby Community College

   1255 S Range Ave, Colby, KS 67701

9. Cowley College

   125 S 2nd St, Arkansas City, KS 67005

10. Delores Homes Training Center, Inc.

    7735 Washington Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112

11. Donnelly College

    608 N 18 St, Kansas City, KS 66102

12. Flint Hills Job Corps Center

    4620 Eureka Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503

13. Flint Hills Technical College

    3301 W 18th Ave, Emporia, KS 66801

14. Fort Scott Community College

    2108 S Horton St, Fort Scott, KS 66701

15. Garden City Community College

    801 Campus Dr, Garden City, KS 67846

16. Highland Community College

    606 W Main St, Highland, KS 66035

17. Hutchinson Community College

    1300 N Plum St, Hutchinson, KS 67501

18. Independence Community College

    1057 W College Ave, Independence, KS 67301

19. Johnson County Community College

    12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210

20. Kansas City Kansas Community College

    7250 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112

21. Kansas College Of Nursing

    7721 Quivira Rd, Lenexa, KS 66216

22. Labette Community College

    200 S 14th St, Parsons, KS 67357

23. Manhattan Area Technical College

    3136 Dickens Ave #2499, Manhattan, KS 66503

24. Mid-America Nursing & Allied Health Institute

    10000 W 75th St #241, Merriam, KS 66203

25. NCK Technical College

    3033 US-24, Beloit, KS 67420

26. NCK Technical College

    2205 Wheatland Ave, Hays, KS 67601

27. Neosho County Community College

    800 W 14th St, Chanute, KS 66720

28. Northwest Kansas Technical College

    1209 Harrison Ave, Goodland, KS 67735

29. Pratt Community College

    348 KS-61, Pratt, KS 67124

30. Salina Area Technical College

    2562 Centennial Rd, Salina, KS 67401

31. Trinity Career Institute

    1942 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66046

32. Washburn Institute of Technology

    5724 SW Huntoon St, Topeka, KS 66604

33. We Care Online

    4601 E Douglas Ave #112, Wichita, KS 67218

34. WSU Tech

    4004 N Webb Rd, Wichita, KS 67226

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