Kansas · Real Estate Agents · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Kansas Real Estate Agent License
Kansas real estate agents must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC).
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 12 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- Per license
- Exam to renew
- Not required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Kansas real estate agents holding a Salesperson and Broker license. Requirements are set by Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC).
When to renew
Kansas real estate agents 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.ksrevisor.gov/statutes/chapters/ch58/058_030_0046a.html)
The continuing education Kansas requires
Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) requires 12 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Kansas Required Core — at least 3 hours
- Up to 9 elective hours
How to renew, step by step
- 1
Confirm your license class and renewal date
Kansas sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Salesperson and Broker). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.
- 2
Complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education
Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) requires 12 hours every 2 years, including Kansas Required Core, Up to 9 elective hours. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Kansas real estate agents course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
- 4
Make sure your hours reach the board
In Kansas, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
- 5
Renew with Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC)
Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal 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 Real Estate Commission (KREC)
Kansas real estate agent renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Kansas real estate agents need?
- Kansas real estate agents must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC).
- Which license classes does the Kansas real estate agents CE requirement apply to?
- The 12 hours requirement applies to: Salesperson and Broker.
- What topics are required for Kansas real estate agents continuing education?
- Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) requires coverage of: Kansas Required Core (3 hours); Up to 9 elective hours.
- Can Kansas real estate agents 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 Real Estate Commission (KREC) — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 4, 2026
- Kansas Real Estate Agents continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class