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GENETIC COUNSELOR
License Description GENETIC COUNSELOR

Genetic counselors engage in the process of helping people understand and adapt to the medical, psychological and familial implications of genetic contributions to disease performed pursuant to a referral. This process integrates the following: a) interpretation of family and medical histories to assess the chance of disease occurrence or recurrence; b) education and inheritance, testing, management, prevention, resources and research; and c) counseling to promote informed choices and adaptation to the risk of condition.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Successful completion of a genetic counseling training program that is accredited by the ABGC or by an equivalent as determined by the ABGC or the ABMG. Successful completion of a genetic counseling training program that is accredited by the ABGC or by an equivalent as determined by the ABGC or the ABMG.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
Successful completion of the ABGC or ABMG Certification Examination.

CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Five (5) CEUs (cat. 1 or 2) or fifty (50) contact hours approved for recertification purposes by the ABGC.

RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS:
Every two (2) years.
Licensing Agency
Department of Health
Division of Health Related Boards
Division of Health Related Boards
665 Mainstream Drive 2nd floor
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 532 4384
Active Status Active
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Education Specific course required
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Register with licensing agency
License Updated 09/09/2024

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