American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC)

ICYMI: The anticipated ABGC November newsletter was released! Stay up-to-date with the latest updates about all that is going on with ABGC. ?? https://bit.ly/3OkPuSD

Taking a certification exam is daunting but retaking it after previous failed attempts is another emotional battle. We work so hard preparing for the application cycle for graduate school, for our program itself and then for our board exam. Two years of coursework and rotations are all summed up into one defining moment: the ABGC CGC Certification Exam. https://bit.ly/4eiwoan

Preparing for and taking the ABGC Certification Exam can be a nerve-wracking experience. This article offers firsthand insights from a recent test-taker. Learn how she used the ABGC Practice Exam, managed test-day anxiety and navigated the exam interface. https://bit.ly/3ArWWYI

So, you’ve just graduated from your genetic counseling program, and now you’re navigating the whirlwind of next steps: interviewing for jobs, landing a position, starting your new role and, on top of all that, studying for the board exam — all while managing your personal life. Arun Sam, MS, CGC, shares his tips for creating a study schedule as you prepare. https://bit.ly/4duPtWw

It's time to kick off your recertification journey! Remember, you need to collect 12.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within your certification period to stay current and uphold the standards of excellence in genetic counseling. https://bit.ly/4f8wgLg

?? Showcase your achievements! Don’t forget to add your badge to LinkedIn. This verifiable badge lets you share your credentials with employers and peers across digital platforms, reinforcing our commitment to upholding high standards in genetic counseling. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XZ4f1H

Sophia Ceulemans, MS, CGC, is the 2024 Annual Conference Program Committee chair for the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC). This role along with her work on NSGC’s Education Committee ensure genetic counselors have access to valuable professional development and networking opportunities. Read this spotlight to learn about her role, experiences as a CGC and service with NSGC. https://bit.ly/3XFG7RJ

August was Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month, so we spoke with Diplomate Melissa Gibbons, MS, CGC, on her journey to genetic counseling and her special focus and passion for SMA. https://bit.ly/4dWGAp9

Every candidate for the ABGC Certification Examination has their own learning style and educational needs. As someone who is neurodivergent, Brianna Berlin, MS, LCGC, knows that those with learning disabilities have often already developed their unique ways of studying throughout college and grad school. Studying for the certification exam requires many of these same strategies. As a refresher and to help test takers prepare well, she shares her tips in this article that will help all CGC candidates, including people with learning disabilities, prepare well. https://bit.ly/4d0A5AH

Congratulations to our newly elected 2025 ABGC Directors! Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote. Please join us in congratulating and welcoming Amy Shikany and Sharon Chan!