The bill amends K.S.A. 65-1119 to establish new educational requirements for instructors at nursing schools in Kansas as a condition for state approval. Specifically, it mandates that faculty at approved schools of professional and practical nursing must possess a nursing degree that is at least one level more advanced than the degree awarded by the program 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 both initial approval and renewal of nursing schools, emphasizing the need for schools to maintain compliance with established standards and submit annual fees.

Furthermore, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 65-1119, streamlining the language and updating the criteria for evaluating out-of-state nursing schools. It clarifies that the board will establish criteria to ensure that out-of-state schools meet standards equivalent to those of approved Kansas schools. The bill also includes provisions for continuing nursing education providers, detailing the approval process and requirements for both long-term and single offering providers. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the quality of nursing education in Kansas by ensuring that instructors meet higher educational standards.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-1119