VaAGC Walkthrough of the Licensure Application

A walkthrough of the genetic counselor licensure application is summarized below. Please note that the application process may be updated by DHP without the knowledge of the VaAGC, so there may be inconsistencies with the steps or requirement summarized below.

1. Go to http://www.license.dhp.virginia.gov/apply

2. Register for an account if you haven't done so already

3. Log in to your account

4. Click on "Initial Application" in the top left corner

5. Select "Medicine" for Profession, select "Genetic Counselor" or "Genetic Counselor-Temporary" depending on what you're applying for, and select "Initial Application" for Obtained By Method

6. You will enter the online application in the order shown below. You do not have to complete all items in one sitting as you can save your progress. Please read instruction paragraph carefully.

1. Demographics should autofill based on the account you created, but note that the address will be available to the general public, so you may wish to put your work address/phone/email here

2. Address of Record = same note as point a.

3. Education = enter your genetic counseling program & graduation date

4. Employment Activity = include employer and all of the locations of where you see patients

5. Licensure History

6. Claims History

7. Examination Information = confirming ABGC/ABMG certification & issue date

8. Licensure Questions = read each question and answer carefully

9. Summary of your application

10. Submit payment

11. Survey questions

When you get to the end of the application, there is a checklist that summarizes everything you need to provide, which includes:

• Transcripts = you can mail those in if they are sealed or have them emailed to the VDH

• Form B - Employment History Questionnaire

• A copy of your ABGC/ABMG certification that has been notarized with your signature

• License verification if you have a license in another state