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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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HGSA News

  

Remote Working in Pathology Survey

Posted on 15/06/2026
The ACSQHC and NPAAC are undertaking a survey about remote working in pathology.
  

NSW Prenatal GC meeting - 4th Monday of the month

Posted on 15/06/2026
NSW Prenatal GC meeting - 4th Monday of the month
  

ACT Allied Health Awards - nominate now

Posted on 15/06/2026
ACT Allied Health Awards - Nominations now open
  

49th ASM Early Bird - Final Call

Posted on 15/06/2026
We are thrilled to announce that early bird registration and abstract submissions are now open for the 49th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA).
  

Advanced Trainee / Fellow in Clinical Genetics - Liverpool Hospital

Posted on 15/06/2026
Liverpool Hospital has a 0.5FTE position for an Advanced Trainee in Clinical Genetics
  

Protected information - Regulations for Ban on use of genetic tests in life insurance

Posted on 15/06/2026
Treasury has released draft Regulations to support the ban on the use of genetic tests for life insurance purposes. We need your help to define the list of "protected information"