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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact No state licensing board for genetic counselors in New York (confirmed: NY does not appear in the NSGC States Issuing Licenses list as of January 2026) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your genetic counselor (cgc) license from Massachusetts to New York
We could not confirm reciprocity status between these states. Contact No state licensing board for genetic counselors in New York (confirmed: NY does not appear in the NSGC States Issuing Licenses list as of January 2026) to verify.
| Requirement | Massachusetts (MA) | New York (NY) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | confidence: medium; sources: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-of-genetic-counselors; https://www.mass.gov/genetic-counselor-licensing | application fee: null – no state application exists; confidence: high; sources: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3029; https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A183; https://www.nysgeneticstaskforce.com/licensure/; https://www.nsgc.org/POLICY/State-Licensure/States-Issuing-Licenses |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years (expires January 31 of odd-numbered years); CE hours: 50; Fee: $300 | Period: N/A – no state license; CE hours: null; Fee: null |
Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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