Kansas L.R.T. License Renewal — September 30 Deadline & CE

Every Kansas Licensed Radiologic Technologist credential expires on the same date — September 30 — regardless of when it was originally issued. See the At-a-Glance table above for the current fee, late renewal window, and CE requirements. The renewal cycle itself opens well before the deadline: KSBHA makes renewal available starting August 15, giving you roughly six weeks before the September 30 expiration.

What You Need to Know About Kansas RT License Renewal

Kansas’s shared expiration date is a notable departure from the birth-month or anniversary-based systems many other states use. Since every L.R.T. license expires September 30 regardless of your original issuance date, your renewal timing doesn’t require tracking a personal anniversary — it’s the same date for every licensee in the profession. That also means the renewal window (August 15–October 31, including the late period) is predictable and doesn’t shift from year to year.

Online renewal is slightly cheaper than paper renewal at every stage — $45 versus $50 for standard renewal, and $50 versus $55 if you’re renewing late. If cost is a factor and you’re comfortable with the online portal, it’s the less expensive option both on time and on fees.

CE Requirements for Kansas RT License Renewal

Kansas offers two ways to satisfy the continuing education requirement, and you only need to meet one of them:

• Standard 12-month pathway: Complete at least 12 credits of continuing education during the 12-month period immediately preceding your license expiration date (September 30). If this is your first renewal, you’re exempt from this requirement entirely.
• ARRT-aligned 24-month pathway: Complete at least 24 credits during a 24-month period that begins on the first day of your next birth month after your initial ARRT certification, and runs through the end of the month before your birth month two years later. Each subsequent 24-month cycle is measured the same way.

The second option effectively lets you align your Kansas CE tracking with an ARRT-style biennial cycle instead of the state’s annual one — useful if you’re already tracking CE on a two-year cadence for your national registry. One CE credit equals 50 minutes of qualifying continuing education. Qualifying formats include meetings and courses such as symposiums, seminars, and workshops, planned and organized to enhance the knowledge and skills a radiologic technologist uses in patient, public, or professional-facing work.

Documentation and audits:

• Retention period: Keep documentation of your CE completion for at least three years after you certify it.
• Acceptable proof includes a verification of completion from a national, state, or local organization; your own documentation packet (sponsor contact information, activity title, in-person/video/online format, and credits completed); or a notarized certificate of current registration with ARRT or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.
• If audited: You have 30 days from a written board request to provide proof of your CE completion.
• Hardship extensions: If you experienced an undue hardship during the 12 months before your expiration date, you can request that the board grant an extension of time to complete your required CE.

Note: A specific approved-provider list was not identified on official KSBHA pages. The regulation defines qualifying activity formats and documentation standards rather than naming specific pre-approved organizations, so if you’re relying on a particular provider, keep your documentation packet complete rather than assuming pre-approval.

How to Renew Your Kansas RT License

1. Starting August 15, log in to the KSBHA online portal and select “Renew Online” — or download a paper renewal form, or contact KSBHA to have one mailed to you
2. Certify on the renewal form that you’ve completed at least 12 hours of continuing education in the past 12 months
3. Pay the renewal fee — $45 online or $50 by paper form — by check, money order, debit card, or major credit card
4. Submit before September 30 to renew on time, or by October 31 if you’re renewing late (a higher fee applies during the late window)

If your license is canceled for failure to renew for more than 30 days, the continuing education you’ll need to submit for reinstatement depends on how long it’s been canceled. If it’s been one year or less, you don’t owe any additional CE beyond what would have been required had you renewed on time. Kansas’s regulations describe further graduated requirements for longer lapses, though the exact CE obligations beyond the one-year mark weren’t fully confirmed in the sources reviewed for this page — confirm your specific situation directly with KSBHA if your license has been lapsed more than a year. Reinstatement itself requires the $60 fee, evidence of completing the applicable continuing education, and a $3 National Practitioner Data Bank fee — mail your application and you’ll be assigned an application analyst to track your file through review.

If your license was revoked rather than simply canceled for non-renewal, reinstatement follows a different, more involved path and carries a $100 fee.

Practical Notes for Kansas License Renewal

• Mark September 30 on your calendar every year — it doesn’t change. Unlike states where your personal renewal date shifts based on your birth month or issuance date, Kansas’s shared expiration date means you can set a recurring annual reminder without needing to check your specific license record.
• The renewal window opens well before the deadline — use that time. With renewal available from August 15, there’s no reason to wait until late September. Renewing early gives you a buffer if anything about the online system or your CE documentation needs troubleshooting.
• Late renewal isn’t the same as reinstatement. If you renew between October 1 and October 31, you pay a late fee ($50 online, $55 paper) but you’re still renewing, not reinstating. Miss that window entirely and your license is canceled, which requires a separate reinstatement process with the board’s recommendation.
• Pick whichever CE pathway actually fits your habits. If you already track CE on ARRT’s two-year cycle, Kansas’s 24-month/24-credit option can save you from also maintaining a separate annual count — just make sure you’re tracking the right start and end months, since it’s tied to your ARRT birth month, not the calendar year.
• CE provider approval details aren’t published — plan conservatively. K.A.R. 100-73-7 establishes qualifying continuing education standards and documentation requirements rather than publishing a list of approved CE providers. Don’t assume a given course qualifies without checking — when in doubt, contact the board directly, and keep a complete documentation packet regardless of the format you choose.
• Military service pauses your renewal obligations entirely. If you’re called to military service, Kansas suspends your renewal fee, renewal application, and CE requirements for the duration — your license won’t lapse, expire, or be canceled while you’re serving. Formalize your return to practice within 6 months of release from service.

Relevant Statutes

• Kansas Radiologic Technologists Practice Act — renewal and reinstatement provisions
• K.A.R. 100-73-7 (License renewal; continuing education) and K.A.R. 100-73-8 (Reinstatement; canceled and revoked licenses) — published by the Kansas Secretary of State’s Administrative Regulations; discussed on KSBHA’s General Counsel FAQ page
• KSBHA — Licensure Types/Designations: Radiologic Technologist — military license provisions
• KSBHA License Fees — current renewal and late renewal fees
• KSBHA Radiologic Technologist FAQ

Related Pages

• Kansas Radiologic Technologist Initial Licensing — Requirements and Application
• Radiologic Technologist Licensing by State — Complete Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

When does my Kansas radiologic technologist license expire?

Every Kansas L.R.T. license expires on September 30, regardless of when it was originally issued. Source: KSBHA

How many CE hours are required to renew a Kansas RT license?

You can satisfy either of two options: 12 credits of continuing education in the 12 months before your license expires, or 24 credits over a 24-month cycle aligned with your ARRT certification’s birth-month anniversary. First-time renewals are exempt from the requirement entirely. Source: K.A.R. 100-73-7, via KSBHA General Counsel FAQ

What is the renewal fee for a Kansas RT license?

$45 for online renewal, or $50 for paper form renewal. Late renewal (October 1–31) costs $50 online or $55 by paper form. Source: KSBHA License Fees

Is there a grace period if I miss the September 30 deadline?

Yes — Kansas provides a late renewal window from October 1 through October 31 each year, with a higher fee ($50 online or $55 paper) than standard on-time renewal. Source: KSBHA

What happens if my Kansas RT license is canceled for failure to renew?

A canceled license can be reinstated, with continuing education requirements that scale to how long it’s been canceled — if it’s been a year or less, you owe no additional CE beyond what you’d have needed for a normal renewal. Reinstatement requires a $60 fee, evidence of the applicable continuing education, and a $3 National Practitioner Data Bank fee. Requirements for licenses canceled more than a year aren’t fully confirmed on public sources — confirm directly with KSBHA if this applies to you. Revoked licenses (as opposed to canceled ones) follow a different reinstatement process with a $100 fee. Source: K.A.R. 100-73-8, via KSBHA General Counsel FAQ

Can I align my Kansas CE with my ARRT renewal cycle instead of tracking it annually?

Yes. Instead of the standard 12-credits-per-12-months option, Kansas allows technologists to complete 24 credits over a 24-month cycle that begins on the first day of the month following their ARRT-certification birth month. This lets you track CE on a two-year cycle aligned with your national registry instead of annually. Source: K.A.R. 100-73-7, via KSBHA General Counsel FAQ

Who do I contact with questions about Kansas RT license renewal?

KSBHA can be reached at (785) 296-7413, or by mail at 800 SW Jackson, Lower Level Suite A, Topeka, KS 66612. TTY users can call 711 or 1-800-766-3777. Source: KSBHA