Kansas · Architects · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Kansas Architect License
Kansas architects must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP).
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP) rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 30 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- Per license
- Exam to renew
- Not required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Kansas architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP).
When to renew
Kansas architects licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/kansas/K-A-R-66-14-1)
The continuing education Kansas requires
Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP) requires 30 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Health, safety, property and welfare (HSPW) - minimum 24 of 30 CEUs
How to renew, step by step
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Confirm your license class and renewal date
Kansas sets architects requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.
- 2
Complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education
Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP) requires 30 hours every 2 years, including Health, safety, property and welfare (HSPW) - minimum 24 of 30 CEUs. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Kansas architects course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
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Make sure your hours reach the board
In Kansas, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
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Renew with Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP)
Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.
Go to Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP)
Kansas architect renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Kansas architects need?
- Kansas architects must complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP).
- What topics are required for Kansas architects continuing education?
- Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP) requires coverage of: Health, safety, property and welfare (HSPW) - minimum 24 of 30 CEUs.
- Can Kansas architects complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Kansas requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- Kansas State Board of Technical Professions (KSBTP) — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 4, 2026
- Kansas Architects continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class