The bill amends K.S.A. 65-1119 to establish new educational requirements for instructors at nursing schools seeking state approval. Specifically, it mandates that faculty must possess a nursing degree that is at least one level more advanced than the degree awarded by the program in which they are teaching. The bill also allows the board to grant exemptions to this requirement for schools facing difficulties in hiring qualified faculty. Additionally, the bill outlines the application process for nursing schools to obtain and renew their approval, which includes submitting proof of compliance with established standards and paying an annual fee.

Furthermore, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 65-1119, indicating a significant overhaul of the regulations governing nursing school approvals. The changes aim to enhance the quality of nursing education in Kansas by ensuring that instructors are adequately qualified, thereby improving the overall nursing workforce development in the state. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-1119
Enrolled: 65-1119