policy & Publications
Code of Ethics
NSGC is an organization that furthers the professional interests of genetic counselors, promotes a network for communication within the profession, and deals with issues relevant to human genetics. With the establishment of this Code of Ethics, the NSGC affirms the ethical responsibilities of its members and provides them with guidance in their relationships with self, clients, colleagues, and society.
Read more about our Code of Ethics, Conflict of Interest Policies or request an Ethics Consultation.
State Licensure
NSGC's Government Relations (GR) team works in conjunction with NSGC's Licensure Subcommittee to provide support and strategic guidance for genetic counselor state licensure efforts. Examples of available support include licensure grants, education, strategic planning, resource documents, and one-on-one consultation with NSGC's Director of Policy and Government Relations, John Richardson: jrichardson@nsgc.org.
To read about our guiding principles and access licensure information go to your State Licensure resources.
Federal Advocacy
NSGC's federal advocacy efforts focus on improving access to quality genetic counseling services and ensuring the genetic counseling profession is a recognized and integral part of the healthcare system. For more information about NSGC's federal efforts, visit our Federal Advocacy resources.
Position Statements
NSGC Position Statements reflect concrete applications of the Society's Code of Ethics and other official documents. Adoption requires
Journal of Genetic Counseling
The Journal of Genetic Counseling (JOGC) is the official journal of the National Society of Genetic Counselors. It is widely read both nationally and internationally by practitioners, researchers, instructors, and students. Access Now
Cultural Competency
Incorporating diversity and cultural competence into genetic counseling is an important component of helping genetic counselors serve their patients more effectively. Research shows that people often feel more comfortable and are more trusting of health care providers who look like them or share/are more aware of their cultural values and norms. Learn more about Cultural Competency within NSGC.
Workforce Initiatives
NSGC is working with the other major genetic counseling organizations to identify barriers to
