Welcome

This is the official homepage of the Australasian Society of Genetic Counsellors (ASGC), which represents over 500 members across Australia and New Zealand. We are a special interest group of the Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA). The ASGC represents those providing genetic counselling or members of the HGSA working in related areas. The majority of the members are either training as or are certified genetic counsellors.

This site is provided for both our members and the public. Feel free to contact the Australasian Society of Genetic Counsellors if you have any questions.

The Australasian Society of Genetic Counsellors (ASGC), the genetic counsellors' Special Interest Group of the HGSA, is a member of Allied Health Professions Australia (AHPA).

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Upcoming ASGC Events

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Upcoming HGSA Events

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Sustaining the Workforce: Practical Wellbeing Tools for High Emotional Labour Roles 31 Jul Join your fellow Human Genetics Society of Australasia New Zealand Branch members at Moana Vā prior to this year’s HGSA annual scientific meeting in Christchurch.Register
HGSA 49th Annual Scientific Meeting - Registration Open 1 Aug We would like to invite you to the the 49th Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA) Annual Scientific Meeting to be held at Te Pae, Christchurch, 1-4 August 2026. Our theme is “Nga Whakapapa Puaw...Register
AACG AGM 1 Aug The AACG AGM will be held at 13:30-14:30pm NZST (Christchurch) on 1st August 2026 as part of the 2026 AACG SIG day during the 49th HGSA ASM.Register

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HGSA News

Meet your GC Certification Committee

Posted on 27/07/2026

Remote Working in Pathology Survey

Posted on 27/07/2026
The ACSQHC and NPAAC are undertaking a survey about remote working in pathology.

CPD Audits Complete and Certificates Available

Posted on 27/07/2026
The CPD audits for the Diagnostic Genomics and Genetic Counsellors are now complete. Certificates are available for those who fulfilled the requirements. CPD Goals are being reset for the 2026-27 membership year.

Genomics4Newborns: Outcomes from the Citizen's Jury

Posted on 27/07/2026
As part of the Genomics4Newborns project a national Australian citizens’ jury on the use of genomics in newborn bloodspot screening was held. The results are now published alongside the HGSA's Newborn Screening Response. Read now!

The weight of rare disease animation

Posted on 27/07/2026
The Rare Care Centre invites schools, educators, health professionals and advocacy organisations to share and utilise this free resource to help build more inclusive learning environments for all students.

Certificates for 2026 AGM

Posted on 27/07/2026
Are you expecting to receive your MHGSA or FHGSA certificate at the 2026 AGM in Christchurch. Please check you are on the list, and inform us if you are attending in person or online.