American Board of Genetic Counseling - ABGC

12/22/2025

The brand-new CGC Examination Study Guide is now available to support your CGC® exam preparation. From exam structure and content domains to sample questions and readiness tools, this resource is designed to help you feel informed, encouraged, and ready. https://bit.ly/4sawQQe

12/17/2025

🎄 Holiday Notice: The ABGC Headquarters office will be closed Dec. 24, 2025 – Jan. 1, 2026. Normal operations resume Jan. 2. If you’re due to recertify, please check your email in the portal to avoid delays. Happy Holidays! ✨

12/11/2025

🔍 Stay connected with the latest from ABGC — from strategic leadership messages to spotlighting amazing genetic counselors and new prep tips for the CGC exam. Dive in and stay ahead of what’s next in genetic counseling!

ABGC Updates

12/04/2025

📅 Save the Date: Join us for the ABGC 2025 Annual Business Meeting on Thursday, Dec. 18, 8–9 a.m. CT. Hear 2025 highlights, meet the 2026 Board, and preview what’s ahead. https://bit.ly/44Rhfuz

11/13/2025

To all Genetic Counseling Diplomates and Candidates, we want to convey our warmest thanks!

You do remarkable work each day: supporting patients, educating providers, communicating complex topics, doing the research, providing stellar care, and continuing to learn about all facets of genetic counseling practice. You have skills that set you apart.

We appreciate all that you do to represent this incredible profession each day! 💙🧬

10/29/2025

📢 The ABGC DEIJ Report is now available! Explore key insights and data on diversity, equity, inclusion and justice within the genetic counseling profession. https://bit.ly/493rjDE

10/22/2025

💡 From the lab bench to strategic leadership! Meet Sarah E. Witherington, MS, CGC, director of genetics strategy & solutions at Quest Diagnostics. In this ABGC Spotlight, she shares her journey, insights on cross-functional collaboration and advice for genetic counselors looking to expand their impact beyond clinical roles.

Sarah E. Witherington, MS, CGC, is a board-certified genetic counselor and the director of solutions & strategy for genetics at Quest Diagnostics. She has extensive experience in laboratory genetics and industry applications through roles held in private pathology laboratories and global scientific....

10/15/2025

📢 Big news for our diplomates!

529 College Savings Plans can now be used for professional certification and training expenses. 🎓 The Professional Certification Coalition (PCC) has released a helpful FAQ to break down what this expansion means, how it works and how certification programs qualify under the new rules. https://bit.ly/4qrgDFo

10/01/2025

📚 Class is in session… and research is on the syllabus! ABGC sends student research requests to certified genetic counselors twice a month. Got a project? Make sure to submit by the Wednesday before distribution and get it in front of the right audience. https://bit.ly/4gijryI

09/26/2025

ABGC 2026 committee applications closes this today, Sept. 26 at 11:59 p.m. CT. Don’t miss your chance to bring your ideas, your voice and your passion to the table. Let’s shape the future of genetic counseling together! 🙌 Apply now ➡️ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8ZBRP3Y

09/17/2025

🔔 Stay updated with the latest from ABGC! From committee news to scholarship opportunities and spotlights on leaders in genetic counseling, our ABGC Updates page has everything you need to know. Check it out now:

ABGC Updates

09/10/2025

🌟 Applications are OPEN for the ABGC Need-Based Certification Scholarship! 🎓 This scholarship supports future genetic counselors who bring diverse perspectives and are ready to make an impact. Funding covers the CGC Certification Exam fee for eligible students and graduates. Apply by Oct. 13 at 11:59 p.m. CT. https://bit.ly/4liHvow