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  • The Board does not accept electronic signatures or scanned copies of applications. 
  • All submissions must have a wet signature to be processed by the Board. 
  • Handwritten or incomplete forms will not be accepted. 
  • Pending applications and any supporting documents will be kept on file for one calendar year. 

Arrow bulletFundamentals of Geology Exam
            Requirements
                  - Completed Application Form 
                  - Transcripts (see detailed instructions on the first page of the application)

Arrow bulletProfessional Geologist by Exam 
            Requirements
                  - Completed Application Form 
                  - Non-refundable Application Fee of $60.00
                  - Transcripts (see detailed instructions on the first page of the application)
                  - Experience Record (see detailed instructions on the first page of the application)
                  - Professional References (see detailed instructions on the first page of the application)

Application for Professional Geologist by Exam   (click this link)

****Please click here for the online version!
Do not complete the online application if you have previously applied for approval to take an exam, you currently have a pending application or you have a license or intern certificate with KSBTP.  

Arrow bulletProfessional Geologist by Reciprocity 
            Requirements
                  - Completed Application Form 
                  - Non-refundable Application Fee of $250.00
                  - Transcripts (see detailed instructions on the first page of the application)
                  - Professional References (see detailed instructions on the first page of the application)
                  - Verification of Exams & Licensure (see detailed instructions on the first page of the application)

Application for Professional Geologist by Reciprocity (click this link)

****Please click here for the online version!
Do not complete the online application if you have previously applied for approval to take an exam, you currently have a pending application or you have a license or intern certificate with KSBTP.  

Additional Forms for Licensed Individuals
Application for Reinstatement
If your Kansas Professional Geologist license has lapsed or been cancelled, you must complete the Reinstatement Application.  The fee is $100.

Return to Practice Application
If your Professional Geologist license has been on Inactive status, you must complete the Return to Practice Application to change your license to Active status.  Continuing education is required for Active status.

Emeritus Status Application
A Professional Geologist who chooses this status may not work in Kansas, however they may use their professional title in conjunction with the word "emeritus."  No renewal required.
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Please note: To download applications, Adobe Acrobat Reader for your version of Windows is required. If you do not have this reader, click here and follow directions for installation. After form has downloaded, complete the forms and print.




Page last updated July 15, 2020..