Requiring proposed guardians for certain adults who have a cognitive impairment or are diagnosed with a neurological condition to complete training approved by the secretary for aging and disability services prior to appointment as a guardian.

Requires the Secretary for Aging and Disability Services to approve and maintain a list of training programs for proposed guardians of adults with cognitive impairments or neurological conditions.

Mandates that courts cannot appoint a guardian for an adult with a cognitive impairment or neurological condition until that person completes an approved training program and files proof of completion.

Adds specific training topics that must be covered, including normal aging, warning signs of Alzheimer's and dementia, communication strategies, and resources for supporting rights.

Updates the priority list for appointing guardians to include agents appointed under healthcare powers of attorney as a higher priority than spouses.

Restricts the appointment of paid service providers, care facility employees, or their family members as guardians for vulnerable adults unless specific evidence proves they are the best qualified option.

Repeals the previous version of the statute (K.S.A. 59-30,149) and replaces it with the new text containing the updated requirements.