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Kansas CNA Refresher Course

  • For previously trained Kansas CNAs needing a refresher route to active status
  • 10 clock hours: 5 online + 5 required in-person lab/clinical
  • Check the clinical date and location before registering
  • $399 total, including the $29 registration fee
  • Textbooks optional; suggested purchases cost extra
  • KDADS-approved Kansas CNA Refresher course

Overview

This Kansas CNA Refresher course combines five online hours with five in-person laboratory/clinical hours for previously trained CNAs who need a refresher route to active registry status.

Review eligibility, class dates, and the clinical location before enrolling. Completion records are submitted to KDADS; verify active registry status before returning to CNA work.

What Happens After You Enroll

Here’s a clear, step-by-step overview of what to expect after registering for your course with We Care Online.

1 Choose a Class & Register

Review your eligibility, class dates, and required in-person clinical location. Choose a class you can attend and arrange payment through Registration Options.

2 Confirmation & Next Steps

Watch for your confirmation email after registering. Check spam/junk and follow any instructions needed before course access is granted.

3 Complete Online Coursework

Complete five online didactic hours within your scheduled course timeframe. Submit assignments and the course exam by instructor-posted deadlines.

4 Attend Lab / Clinical

Attend and participate in the required five-hour in-person laboratory/clinical session. Confirm facility expectations with your clinical instructor.

5 Completion & Registry Update

After successful completion, the sponsor/instructor sends the required records to KDADS. Check your Kansas Nurse Aide Registry record for active status before returning to CNA work.

Kansas CNA Refresher Overview

Refresh core nurse aide knowledge and hands-on skills through this KDADS-approved Kansas CNA Refresher course. Complete five hours of online learning and five hours of in-person laboratory/clinical training.

Required in-person attendance: The online and laboratory/clinical components are part of the same course. Review the clinical date and location before enrolling; do not register for a class you cannot attend.
WHO IT’S FOR
For previously trained Kansas CNAs

Designed for Kansas CNAs who have not met the employment requirement in the past 24 consecutive months.

FOCUS
Refresh safe resident care

Review core care skills, safety, infection prevention, communication, and resident rights.

OUTCOME
A route back to active status

Successful completion is reported to KDADS for registry processing. Verify your active registry status before returning to CNA work.

Kansas Eligibility & Registry Status

Check your Kansas Nurse Aide Registry record before enrolling. A refresher course is one route for an inactive CNA; employment verification or an RN-administered skills checklist may be appropriate in some circumstances. Confirm the right route with KDADS.

Clock Hours & Course Format
  • Total: 10 clock hours
  • Online didactic learning: 5 hours
  • In-person laboratory/clinical: 5 hours
  • Scheduled class dates and clinical locations appear in registration
What You’ll Review
  • Nurse aide responsibilities and communication
  • Resident rights, dignity, and safety
  • Infection prevention and hand hygiene
  • Basic nursing skills and vital signs
  • Personal care and safe transfers
  • Positioning, turning, and mobility support
  • Care of cognitively impaired residents
  • End-of-life care
  • Basic restorative services
  • Professional conduct and reporting
Before You Register
  • Confirm that this refresher fits your Kansas CNA status
  • Choose a class whose clinical date and location you can attend
  • Use a computer with reliable internet for online coursework
  • Textbooks are optional and purchased separately if desired
Upon Completion

Finish the assigned online coursework and exam by posted deadlines and attend the required in-person lab/clinical session. The sponsor/instructor submits completion records to KDADS. Registry reactivation depends on state processing.

Full Course Objectives
  • Refresh knowledge of nurse aide responsibilities and resident-centered care
  • Review resident safety, infection prevention, and essential care skills
  • Practice required skills in the laboratory/clinical component
  • Apply communication, observation, and reporting skills
  • Review care for residents with cognitive impairment and at the end of life

Requirements

Course Requirements

ELIGIBILITY
This refresher is for previously trained Kansas CNAs who need a refresher route to active registry status after not meeting the employment requirement. It is not initial CNA training. Check your registry record and confirm eligibility with KDADS or We Care Online before enrolling.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Complete 10 hours total: five online didactic hours and five in-person laboratory/clinical hours. Study online within the scheduled course timeframe and meet instructor-posted deadlines.
LAB / CLINICAL
In-person attendance is required. Review the specific class dates and clinical location in registration. Contact the clinical instructor about facility requirements. Make-up sessions are rare; contact the instructor immediately if an attendance problem arises. Review clinical guidelines and attire.
MATERIALS
Textbooks are suggested, not required. Optional book purchases cost extra. Use a computer with reliable internet access for online coursework and follow the classroom instructions.
COMPLETION
Complete online assignments and the course exam by posted deadlines and attend and participate in the required lab/clinical session. Follow instructor directions for completion and required records.
REGISTRY UPDATE
After successful completion, the sponsor/instructor submits the roster and identification forms to KDADS. The registry is updated after those records are received. Verify active status before working as a CNA. Read KDADS’s refresher FAQ.

Career Info

Refresh the knowledge and practical skills used in your existing Kansas nurse aide role.

Prepare to Return to Nurse Aide Work
  • Safe assistance with daily care
  • Infection prevention and resident safety
  • Communication and documentation
  • Observation and reporting
  • Respect for resident rights and dignity
Check Your Registry Status

A refresher is one option for an inactive Kansas CNA. Confirm that the course fits your situation and verify your registry record before returning to work.

Refresh Your Existing Qualification

This course is for previously trained CNAs. If you need first-time CNA training, review the Kansas CNA program or contact We Care Online.

Employment Expectations

Employers may have additional hiring and orientation requirements. Job availability and pay vary. Course completion does not guarantee employment or immediate registry reactivation.

Need Help Finding a Clinical Location?

Check scheduled classes in Registration Options. If no class is close to you, join the waiting list or contact Melanie Fischer.

Instructor

Kayla Neitzel, RN
Kayla Neitzel, RN
Course Instructor

Kayla brings more than two decades of healthcare experience across hospital, home health, and long-term care settings. She supports students with clear expectations, practical instruction, and guidance throughout the course. Read Kayla’s bio.

Kristine Martinez
Kristine Martinez
Course Supervisor

Kristine began her healthcare career as a CNA in 1991 and holds a BSN from Texas Tech University. At We Care Online, she supports educators and facilities with state and federal compliance responsibilities.

Melanie Fischer, RN
Melanie Fischer, RN
Department Director / Course Instructor

Melanie became an RN in 2003 and joined We Care Online in 2006. She assists students and facilities with course scheduling, clinical arrangements, and course questions. Read Melanie’s bio.

FAQ

Answers about Kansas eligibility, hours, clinical attendance, textbooks, tuition, and registry updates.

1Who is this course for?

Previously trained Kansas CNAs who need a refresher route to active registry status after not meeting the employment requirement in the past 24 consecutive months. This is not first-time CNA training. Check your registry record and confirm the appropriate route before enrolling.

2Is the entire course online?

No. The course includes five online didactic hours and five required in-person laboratory/clinical hours, for 10 total hours. Both components are required.

3How do I choose a class and clinical location?

Use Registration Options to review scheduled dates and locations. Do not enroll if you cannot attend the required clinical session. If no class is near you, join the waiting list or contact Melanie Fischer.

4How long do I have to finish?

Complete online coursework within your selected class dates, meet instructor-posted deadlines, and attend the scheduled clinical session. Check the specific session details before enrolling. Access follows registration processing and any required enrollment review.

5What if I cannot attend clinicals?

Contact your instructor as soon as possible. In-person attendance is required. Make-up sessions are rare and are not guaranteed; review the schedule and policies before registering.

6Is a textbook required?

No. Textbooks are optional and suggested. The original book covers and ordering links are shown under Optional Textbooks. Click a cover to view ordering options; optional purchases cost extra.

7What does the $399 total include?

The current total is $399: a $370 class fee plus a $29 registration fee. Optional textbooks cost extra. Review the charges for your selected session before completing registration.

8Does finishing immediately reactivate my CNA status?

No. After successful completion, the sponsor/instructor submits the required records to KDADS. Check your registry record and verify active status before returning to CNA work.

9Can my facility register me and request invoicing?

Yes. Use Registration Options and select the facility or entity registration choice. Facilities can enroll students and request invoicing through the same process.

10What approval and refund information should I review?

This is a KDADS-approved Kansas CNA Refresher course. Review KDADS’s refresher FAQ and We Care Online’s Refund, Payment Plan & Other Policies before enrolling.

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