Kansas Licensing Requirements and Education
Becoming and staying licensed in Kansas involves pre-license education, the state exam, mandatory E&O insurance, and continuing education. This chapter summarizes the path for a Kansas salesperson.
Pre-License Education and Exam
A candidate must complete an approved pre-license (principles) course and pass the licensing examination, which includes national and Kansas-specific content. Kansas also requires additional Kansas coursework as part of activating the salesperson license. Applicants must affiliate with a supervising broker for the license to be active.
E&O Insurance and Activation
Before practicing, an active licensee must carry errors and omissions insurance, typically through the state-approved group plan or equivalent independent coverage. Coverage must remain in force; a lapse suspends the ability to practice. Affiliation with a supervising broker completes activation of the license.
Continuing Education and Renewal
Kansas licenses renew on a set schedule, and licensees must complete Commission-approved continuing education, including any required core topics, during each license period. Continuing education keeps licensees current on law changes and BRRETA. Letting a license or E&O coverage lapse can require additional steps to reinstate.