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How to apply for the 2026 Advanced Research Training for Genetic Counselors Certificate Program

Interested applicants will complete a brief online form, and must upload the required materials, along with their applications, through the admissions portal, which can be found at Apply Online.    

Required Materials: 

  • A completed application form with basic demographic information.
  • A current CV
  • A copy of an active genetic counseling license, documentation of current ABGC certification, or a final, unofficial final transcript from an accredited genetic counseling program.
  • A letter from the current supervisor or department head acknowledging the 50% reduction in availability during the enrollment year and the 50% compensation for salary support during that time from the Warren Alpert Foundation-funded Career Ladder Education for Genetic Counselors Grant.
  • Please briefly explain (300-500 words) your interest in the Advanced Research Training Certificate Program and how you expect this certificate program will enhance your research career. For example, you can share topics of interest or gaps in your past training that you would like to see addressed. Also, briefly describe a research topic you plan on focusing on for the program.