American Board of Genetic Counseling - ABGC

03/11/2026

Join us in celebrating the newest genetic counselors who have successfully passed their certification exams! 🎉

Your dedication, resilience, and commitment to excellence continue to strengthen the profession and the communities you serve. Congratulations on this incredible achievement — the future of genetic counseling is brighter because of you!

03/09/2026

The ABGC Need-Based Certification Scholarship for the August exam cycle is open!

Graduates and final-semester students of an approved Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC) program are eligible for financial support for the CGC Certification Examination.

🗓️ Apply by Monday, April 13 at 11:59 p.m. CT — and share with your network!

ABGC is excited to offer the ABGC Need-Based Certification Scholarship, an initiative dedicated to promoting diversity and equity in our profession. This scholarship provides financial support for the certification exam to graduates or students in their final semester of an approved Accreditation Co...

02/28/2026

On , ABGC celebrates the resilience of patients and the dedication of genetic counselors advancing care for rare conditions.

02/23/2026

Curious about genetic counseling certification? 🤔 Get the answers you need — from exams to recertification — straight from the source! https://bit.ly/3YxL29g

02/18/2026

Getting ready for the CGC exam? Hear from those who’ve been there — real study tips, test‑taking strategies, and inspiration from certified genetic counselors! 💪✨

Preparing for the ABGC Certification Examination is a major milestone in your genetic counseling career. In the articles below, you’ll find advice and inspiration from certified genetic counselors who share how they successfully prepared for the exam — the highs, the lows and everything in betwe...

02/10/2026

Want to feel more confident on exam day? Try the ABGC Practice Exam — same platform as the real CGC exam and instant performance insights! https://bit.ly/4cS6ZEa

01/28/2026

Stay in the loop with the latest from ABGC — timely news, updates from the Board, and resources for candidates and diplomates.

ABGC Updates

01/15/2026

📊 Check out the latest data on who’s stepping into the field of genetic counseling — and what it could mean for the profession. https://bit.ly/493rjDE

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