Kansas PE Renewal
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Professional Engineers in Kansas must fulfill specific continuing education requirements to maintain their Kansas professional engineer license. The Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP) requires all licensed PEs to complete 30 Professional Development Hours (PDH) during each biennial renewal cycle.
Listed below are the Kansas professional engineer (PE) license renewal requirements.
| No of PDH hours required | 30 PDH | |
| Renewal period | Biennial, April 30, Even year for Last names A through L Biennial, April 30, Odd year for last names M through Z | |
| Provider approval | The Board does not pre-approve course providers | |
| Course content approval | The course should improve, expand engineering knowledge relative to the licensees field of practice. | |
| Maximum PDH hours to carry over | 30 PDH | |
| Online courses | No limit on online courses. | |
| State Board Website | https://www.ksbtp.ks.gov/ |
We prepared a detailed summary and review of the Kansas continuing education requirements (read the article).
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Kansas Rules and Regulations
Key Requirements Overview
The Kansas PE license renewal operates on a biennial cycle with specific deadlines based on your last name:
- Last names A through L: Renew by April 30th of even-numbered years
- Last names M through Z: Renew by April 30th of odd-numbered years
Kansas professional engineer continuing education requirements allow for significant flexibility. Up to 30 PDH hours can be carried forward into the next renewal cycle, providing engineers with excellent planning options. Unlike many states, Kansas does not mandate specific ethics coursework, though the Board encourages PDH activities dealing with technical competency, safety, health, and welfare issues.
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License Renewal Process for Kansas Professional Engineers
Online Renewal Through KSBTP Portal
Kansas Professional Engineers can conveniently renew their Kansas PE license through the KSBTP online portal. This streamlined system allows for efficient processing and immediate confirmation of renewal status.
Renewal Fee
The renewal process requires payment of the applicable renewal fee through the online portal. Fee amounts are subject to change and should be verified directly with the KSBTP during your renewal process.
Record Keeping & Audit Process
Kansas engineers must maintain proof of all PDH activities for 4 years following the renewal period. The Board conducts random audits to verify compliance with Kansas professional engineer continuing education requirements. Documentation should include:
- Course completion certificates
- Attendance records for seminars and workshops
- Professional activity summaries
- Any other relevant continuing education documentation
Proper record keeping ensures smooth audit processes and demonstrates your commitment to professional development. For detailed guidance on compliance, consult our comprehensive resource on CEU Requirements for Kansas Professional Engineers.
Acceptable Continuing Education Activities
The Kansas State Board recognizes various professional development activities that count toward your 30 PDH requirement:
Online Courses with Assessment
- Online PDH courses featuring quizzes or final examinations
- Self-paced learning modules with verification components
- Interactive online training programs
Live Educational Events
- Live webinars with real-time participation
- Professional seminars and workshops
- Technical conferences and symposiums
- Industry-specific training sessions
Professional Development Activities
- Graduate-level coursework relevant to engineering practice
- Professional society meetings and presentations
- Technical paper preparation and presentation
- Patent development activities
- Teaching engineering courses
Qualifying Course Content
Acceptable continuing education must improve or expand engineering knowledge relative to your field of practice. The Board emphasizes courses that enhance:
- Technical competency in your engineering discipline
- Public safety, health, and welfare considerations
- Professional practice standards
- Emerging technologies and methodologies
Kansas places no limits on online courses, making it convenient for busy professionals to meet their Kansas professional engineer license requirements through flexible online learning options.
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