N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen — Governing Board of Genetic Counselors (See RSA 326-K:9 pursuant to 2013, 271, effective 7-1-13. See also Ahp.)

Chapter Gen 100 Organizational Rules

Part Gen 101 Purpose

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 101.01 Purpose {#sec-gen-101.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 101.01}

This chapter sets forth the organization and statutory responsibilities of the genetic counselors governing board and the manner of communication with the board.

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26

Part Gen 102 Definitions

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 102.01 ABGC {#sec-gen-102.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 102.01}

“ABGC” means “ABGC” as defined in RSA 326-K:1, I, namely the “American Board of Genetic Counseling, its equivalent, or successor.”

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 102.02 ABMG {#sec-gen-102.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 102.02}

“ABMG” means “ABMG” as defined in RSA 326-K:1, II, namely the “American Board of Medical Genetics, its equivalent, or successor.”

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 102.03 Board {#sec-gen-102.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 102.03}

“Board” means “board” as defined in RSA 326-K:1, III, namely, “the genetic counselors governing board established in RSA 328-F.”

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 102.04 Genetic counselor {#sec-gen-102.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 102.04}

“Genetic counselor” means “genetic counselor” as defined in RSA 326-K:1, IV, namely, “an individual, who is licensed by the board under this chapter, to engage in the practice of genetic counseling.”

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 102.05 NSGC {#sec-gen-102.05 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 102.05}

“NSGC” means “NSGC” as defined in RSA 326-K:1, V, namely the “National Society of Genetic Counselors, its equivalent, or successor.”

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 102.06 Practice of genetic counseling {#sec-gen-102.06 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 102.06}

“Practice of genetic counseling” means “practice of genetic counseling” as defined in RSA 326-K, VI, namely “for the purposes of advising an individual client, a client’s family, or other licensed health care professionals:

(a) Obtaining and evaluating individual, family, and medical histories to determine genetic risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases in a patient, his or her offspring, and other family members;

(b) Discussing the features, natural history, means of diagnosis, genetic and environmental factors, and management of risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases;

(c) Identifying and coordinating genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies as appropriate for the genetic assessment;

(d) Integrating genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic studies with personal and family medical history to assess and communicate risk factors for genetic or medical conditions and diseases;

(e) Explaining the clinical implications of genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies and their results;

(f) Evaluating the client’s or family’s responses to the condition or risk of recurrence and provide client-centered counseling and anticipatory guidance; and

(g) Providing written documentation of medical, genetic, and counseling information for families and health care professionals.”

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26 (formerly Gen 102.07)

Part Gen 103 Description of the Board and Board Meetings

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 103.01 Composition of the Board {#sec-gen-103.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 103.01}

The board consists of 5 members appointed as specified in RSA 328-F:4, X. The members include 3 New Hampshire licensed genetic counselors, one practicing New Hampshire licensed physician with experience in working with genetic counselors, and one public member.

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 103.02 Responsibilities of the Board {#sec-gen-103.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 103.02}

The board has the responsibility to:

(a) Establish the requirements to license genetic counselors;

(b) Establish the requirements to provisionally license people to practice genetic counseling and the requirements for direction and supervision of their practice;

(d) Establish the limitations on practice imposed on provisional licensees.

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #13554, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 103.04); ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26 (formerly Gen 103.03)

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 103.03 Board Meetings and Quorum {#sec-gen-103.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 103.03}

(a) The board meets quarterly or more often as its business requires.

(b) A quorum required for meetings shall be a majority of the members of the board who have been approved by the governor and council.

APPENDIX

Rule

Specific State Statute the Rule Implements

Gen 101

RSA 328-F:3

Gen 102.01

RSA 326-K:1, I

Gen 102.02

RSA 326-K:1, II

Gen 102.03

RSA 326-K:1, III

Gen 102.04

RSA 326-K:1, IV

Gen 102.05

RSA 326-K:1, V

Gen 102.07

RSA 326-K:1, VI

Gen 103.01

RSA 328-F:4, X

Gen 103.02(a) (former Gen 103.03)

RSA 328-F:11, I(a)

Gen 103.02(b)

RSA 326-K:9, I, III

Gen 103.02(c)

RSA 328-F:11, I(b)

Gen 103.02(d)

RSA 326-K:9, I, IV

Gen 103.03 (former Gen 103.04)

RSA 328-F:4, X

History

#10650, eff 8-6-14; ss by #13554, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 103.05); ss by #14514, eff 3-1-26 (formerly Gen 103.04)

Chapter Gen 200 Procedural Rules

Part Gen 201 Rules of the Practice and Procedure

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 201.01 Applicability of Plc 200 {#sec-gen-201.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 201.01}

The Plc 200 rules shall govern with regards to all procedures for:

(a) The conduct of adjudicatory and non-adjudicatory proceedings;

(b) Rulemaking submissions, considerations, and disposition of rulemaking petitions;

(d) Declaratory rulings;

(e) The receipt and investigation of misconduct complaints;

(f) Explanation of adopted rules;

(g) Voluntary surrender of licenses; and

(h) Waivers.

APPENDIX

Rule

Specific State Statute the Rule Implements

Gen 200

RSA 541-A:16, I(b)-(d)

Gen 201

RSA 328-F:13

History

(See Revision Note at chapter heading for Gen 200) #13554, eff 4-11-23; ss by #14233, eff 4-12-25

Chapter Gen 300 Requirements for Initial Licensure

Part Gen 301 Definitions

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 301.01 Direct supervision {#sec-gen-301.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 301.01}

“Direct supervision” means supervision during which the supervisor is physically present and observing the activities of the individual being supervised.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 301.02 Indirect supervision {#sec-gen-301.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 301.02}

“Indirect supervision” means supervision through:

(a) The supervisor’s review of the treatment progress notes made by the individual supervised;

(b) Telephone conversations between the supervisor and the individual supervised;

(d) Any other form of supervision which is not direct supervision.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 301.03 National examination in genetic counseling {#sec-gen-301.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 301.03}

“National examination in genetic counseling” means the American Board of Genetic Counseling or American Board of Medical Genetics exam or the successor organizations.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 301.04 Provisional license {#sec-gen-301.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 301.04}

“Provisional license” means a license to practice as a genetic counselor issued by the office of professional licensure and certification (OPLC) authorizing its holder to engage in supervised practice as a provisionally licensed genetic counselor pending the provisional licensee’s notification in writing of a passing score on a certificate examination for genetic counselors by the American Board of Genetic Counseling, the American Board of Medical Genetics, or their successor organizations.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 302 Initial Licensure to Practice Genetic Counseling

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 302.01 Types of Initial Licensure {#sec-gen-302.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 302.01}

The OPLC shall issue one of the following 2 types of initial licenses to applicants who are eligible for them and who comply with the application procedures:

(a) Full initial licenses as set forth in Gen 304; or

(b) Provisional licenses as set forth in Gen 305.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 303 Application Procedure

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 303.01 Processing of Applications {#sec-gen-303.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 303.01}

(a) Applicants who wish to apply for initial or provisional licensure as a genetic counselor shall:

(1) Complete and submit the “Universal Application for Initial License”, dated April 2024, which contains the information required by Plc 304.03, the documentation required by Plc 304.04, and the signature and attestation specified in Plc 304.05;

(2) Submit the required documents specified by Gen 303.02 and Gen 303.03, as applicable; and

(3) Submit the application processing and licensing fees specified by Plc 1002.18.

(b) The OPLC shall process the application in accordance with Plc 304.09.

(d) Applications about which there has been no communication from the applicant to the OPLC for 60 days shall be governed by Plc 304.06.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13555, eff 4-11-23; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 303.02 Documents Required of Applicants For Full and Provisional Licensure. {#sec-gen-303.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 303.02}

Applicants for full or provisional licensure shall complete and submit an “Addendum to Initial Application for Genetic Counselors”, revised April 2025, along with the following:

(a) A copy of the applicant’s current certificate issued by one of the following:

(1) The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or its successor organization or;

(2) The American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) or its successor organization; and

(b) A letter sent directly to the OPLC by:

(1) ABGC verifying the applicant’s current ABGC certification and the date of expiration of the certification; or

(2) ABMG verifying the applicant’s current ABMG certification and the date of expiration of the certification.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13555, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 303.04); ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 303.03 Documents Required of Applicants For Provisional Licensure {#sec-gen-303.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 303.03}

Applicants for provisional licensure shall provide, or arrange for the OPLC to receive, the following documents supporting their applications:

(a) Documentation that the applicant has been authorized to take a certification exam by a certifying agency; and

(b) The supervision form described in Gen 306.06.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13555, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 303.05); ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 304 Eligibility for Full Initial Licensure

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 304.01 Eligibility Requirements {#sec-gen-304.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 304.01}

Eligibility requirements for full initial licensure shall be:

(a) An academic degree which is at least a master’s degree;

(b) A currently valid certificate issued by the ABGC or ABMG; and

(1) The answers to the questions from the application form specified in Plc 304.03; and

(2) The criminal offender record report(s) required by RSA 328-F:18-a.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13555, eff 4-11-23; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 305 Eligibility for Provisional Licensure

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 306.01 Practice Restrictions Imposed Upon Provisional Licensees {#sec-gen-306.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 306.01}

(a) Before beginning practice the provisional licensee shall submit, to the OPLC for board review, a supervision form described in Gen 306.06.

(b) The provisional licensee shall receive confirmation from the OPLC that the supervisor meets the requirements set forth in Gen 306.01(c)(1)b.

(1) Under the supervision of a genetic counselor or physician who is:

a. Licensed in New Hampshire throughout the period of the provisional licensee’s practice;

b. Credentialed in one of the following ways:

Currently certified by the ABGC;
Currently certified by the ABMG; or
A physician who is knowledgeable in genetic counseling and genetic testing is within their scope of practice;

c. Not under disciplinary investigation with any state or facility or under pending disciplinary charges in any state or facility; and

d. Not related to the conditional licensee as one of the following;

Spouse or civil union partner;
Parent, step-parent, or parent-in-law;
Natural, foster, or adopted child;
Sibling, step-sibling, or sibling-in-law; or
First or second cousin; and

(2) Under indirect supervision described in Gen 301.02 of a genetic counselor or physician who meets the qualifications in (c)(1) above.

;

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13555, eff 4-11-23; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 306.02 Obligations of Provisional Licensees {#sec-gen-306.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 306.02}

(a) Before the beginning of supervision, each supervisor who provides some or all of the supervision to the provisional licensees shall:

(1) Give to the provisional licensee a copy of Gen 306.03, Gen 306.04, and the supervision form described in Gen 306.06; and

(2) Discuss the required supervision with the provisional licensee.

(b) The provisional licensee shall resubmit a completed supervision form to the OPLC, yearly, on the anniversary of the date the provisional license was issued.

(c) Whenever the individual(s) providing supervision are replaced by another supervisor, the provisional licensees shall notify the OPLC within 15 days of the change.

(d) When provisional licensees have completed the required supervised practice, the supervisor shall submit their supervisory opinion described in Gen 306.03(g) to the OPLC within 30 days of completion.

(e) Throughout their practice, provisional licensees shall be subject to the same disciplinary sanctions as are holders of other license issued by the OPLC on behalf of the board.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13555, eff 4-11-23; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 306.03 Obligation of the Supervisor of a Provisional Licensee {#sec-gen-306.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 306.03}

The supervisor of a provisionally licensed genetic counselor shall be responsible for:

(a) Obtaining and holding, on file, a copy of the provisional licensee authorization to practice under provisional license issued by the OPLC on behalf of the board;

(b) Providing indirect supervision and direction to the provisional licensee, which supervision shall be of a level sufficient to ensure that the provisional licensee performs all genetic counseling services in accordance with generally accepted standards of professional practice;

(d) Holding regular meetings, at least every 30 days, to review the provisional licensee’s clinical services and administrative practices;

(e) Assessing and documenting the professional competence, skill, and experience of the provisional licensee;

(f) Conducting regular chart or case reviews, at least every 30 days, with the provisional licensees; and

(g) Providing the provisional licensee with a signed statement within 15 days of completion attesting to the fact that the provisional licensee has completed the required supervision and is competent to practice without supervision.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 306.04 Duration of Provisional Licenses {#sec-gen-306.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 306.04}

Provisional licenses shall remain valid for no more than 24 months unless the period of validity is extended pursuant to Gen 306.05 or upon one of the following occurrences:

(a) Sixty days after the issuance of a passing score on the national examination;

(b) The date the OPLC on behalf of the board issues a full license;

(d) The date the provisional license expires; or

(e) Upon a legal action taken by the board described in Gen 404.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 306.05 Extension of the Period of Validity of a Provisional License {#sec-gen-306.05 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 306.05}

(a) The board shall extend the period of validity of a provisional license for not more than 24 weeks if:

(1) The provisional license is still valid at the time of extension;

(2) The provisional licensee submits a written request for the extension stating facts relating to one of the reasons in (3) below; and

(3) The provisional licensee is unable to submit the supervisory opinion of competence for a reason unrelated to the supervisor’s belief that the licensee is not competent to practice without supervision and under full licensure.

(b) The board shall also extend the period of validity of a provisional license for not more than 24 weeks if:

(1) The provisional licensee can’t meet licensing requirements because:

a. The provisional licensee’s extended illness; or

b. The provisional licensee’s need to take care of any of the following people during an extended illness:

Child, whether adopted, natural, or foster;
Parent, whether adopted, natural, or foster;
Sibling, whether adopted, natural, or foster;
Spouse; or
Spousal equivalent; and

(2) The provisional licensee submits a written request for the extension providing the supervisor’s signed opinion that the licensee will become competent to practice under full licensure if the provisional license is extended for the time specified by the supervisor.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 306.06 Supervision Form {#sec-gen-306.06 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 306.06}

(a) The “Supervision Form” shall:

(1) Include the information specified in (b) and (c), below and;

(2) Be signed and dated by the supervisor below the following preprinted statement which asserts:

“By signing this form I state that I have read and understood the applicable rules of supervision or order of the Board for supervision, agree to undertake the duties of supervision set forth in the rules or order of the Board, agree to be responsible for the acts and omissions of any person to whom I delegate the duties of supervision, and acknowledge that my own or my delegate’s failure to comply with the rules or order of the Board might result in disciplinary sanctions.”

(b) The first section of the “Supervision Form”, shall be completed by the person being supervised and shall include:

(1) The name and license number of the person being supervised;

(2) A description of the purpose of the supervision;

(3) A check mark to indicate if the person being supervised is a provisional licensee; and

(4) The name, mailing address, and telephone number of the place of employment of the person being supervised.

(1) The name, profession, license number, and state of licensure of the supervisor;

(2) The name, mailing address, and telephone number of the supervisor’s place of employment;

(3) The name, location, and phone number of the site where the supervision will take place; and

(4) The dates the supervision started and ended.

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13555, eff 4-11-23; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 306.07 Eligibility For Full Initial Licensure of Provisional Licensees {#sec-gen-306.07 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 306.07}

The OPLC shall issue full initial licenses to provisional licensees who, within the period of validity of their provisional licenses:

(a) Have met the requirements of Gen 306;

(b) Submitted directly from the issuing source, a statement from the certifying agency that verifies such passing score on the national exam in genetic counseling within 30 days of passing the exam; and

(c) If the provisional licensee was supervised a statement from all supervisors described in Gen 306.01(c)(1) stating that the provisionally licensed genetic counselor is competent to practice.

APPENDIX

Rule

Specific State Statute the Rule Implements

Gen 301.01

RSA 326-K:4, IV

Gen 301.02

RSA 326-K:4, IV

Gen 301.03

RSA 328-F:11, I(a); RSA 326-K:3, I

Gen 301.04

RSA 326-K:4

Gen 302.01

RSA 328-F:11, I(a); RSA 326-K:3; RSA 326-K:4

Gen 303.01

RSA 326-K:4, RSA 326-K:3

Gen 303.02

RSA 328-F:11, I(a); RSA 326-K:4, V

Gen 303.03

RSA 328-F:11, I(a); RSA 326-K:4, V

Gen 303.04

RSA 328-F:11, I(a); RSA 326-K:4, V

Gen 303.05

RSA 328-F:11, I(a); RSA 326-K:4, V

Gen 304.01

RSA 328-F:11, I(a); RSA 326-K:3

Gen 305.01

RSA 326-K:4, I and II

Gen 306.01

RSA 326-K:4, IV and V

Gen 306.02

RSA 326-K:4, IV and V

Gen 306.03

RSA 328-K:4, IV and V

Gen 306.04

RSA 328-K:4, II

Gen 306.05

RSA 326-K:4, III

Gen 306.06

RSA 326-K:4, IV

Gen 306.07

RSA 326-K:3

History

#10686, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14337, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Chapter Gen 400 Continued Status

Part Gen 402 Procedures for Renewing a License

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.01 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-402.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.01}

Procedure for Licensees Who Do Not Wish to Renew Their Licenses

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.04 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-402.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.04}

Licensure Renewal Application Form

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.05 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-402.05 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.05}

Effect of the Renewal Applicant’s Signature

Part Gen 403 Reinstatement of Licensure

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.07 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-403.07 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.07}

Reinstatement Application Form

Part Gen 407 Documentation of Maintenance of Continuing

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.01 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.01}

Documentation Requirements

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.02 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.02}

Receipt of Academic Instruction in Genetic Counseling

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.03 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.03}

Non-Academic Courses, Seminars, Conferences and Workshops, Including Grand Rounds

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.04 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.04}

Facility-Based Genetic Counseling In-Service Training

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.05 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.05 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.05}

Formal Mentored Independent Study

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.06 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.06 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.06}

Educational Events Sponsored by the NSGC or ACMG

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.07 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.07 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.07}

Direct Supervision of Genetic Counselor Students During Their Clinical Education

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.08 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.08 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.08}

Publication of Writing Related to Genetic Counseling

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.09 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.09 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.09}

Professional Presentations Relating to Genetic counseling Made to Other Professionals or the Public

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.10 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.10 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.10}

Participation in a Genetic Counseling Research Project

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.11 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.11 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.11}

Participation in the Work of Professional Boards, Committees and Agencies

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.12 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.12 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.12}

Completion of Distance Learning Courses

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.13 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.13 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.13}

Teaching Genetic Counseling

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.14 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.14 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.14}

Receipt of Infection Control Education

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.15 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.15 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.15}

Journal Study

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.16 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.16 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.16}

Peer Supervision Groups

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.17 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-407.17 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.17}

Peer Review of Manuscripts

The repeals necessitated the renumbering of various rules in Chapter Gen 400 as indicated in the source notes for the renumbered rules. Source notes for the rules readopted with amendments or readopted with amendments and renumbered by Document #13556 indicate “ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23”. Since Document #13556 necessitated the renumbering of Gen 408.01 as Gen 407.01 but did not readopt it, the source note for Gen 407.01 simply indicates “renumbered by #13356”.

The prior filings affecting the rules repealed by Document #13556 included only Document #10687.

Part Gen 401 Definitions

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 401.01 Definitions {#sec-gen-401.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 401.01}

In Gen 400 the following terms shall have the following meanings:

(a) “Continuing professional education and professional activity” means structured courses, activities, and experiences beyond entry-level professional preparation that are designed to maintain knowledge and advancements and enhancements in the field of genetic counseling;

(b) “Distance-learning” means electronic participation in continuing professional education and continuing professional activity described in Gen 406.12 provided that the participation can be proven with the required documentation;

(c) “Maintenance of continuing competence” means engaging in continuing professional education or continuing professional activity to develop and maintain for the purpose of performing professional responsibilities the following abilities:

(1) Knowledge in the field of genetic counseling;

(2) Genetic counseling performance skills;

(3) Interpersonal abilities;

(4) Critical reasoning; and

(5) Ethical reasoning;

(d) “Practice of genetic counseling” means, “practice of genetic counseling” as defined in RSA 326-K:1, VI, “namely for the purposes of advising an individual client, a client’s family, or other licensed health care professionals:

(b) Discussing the features, natural history, means of diagnosis, genetic and environmental factors, and management of risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases;

(c) Identifying and coordinating genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies as appropriate for the genetic assessment;

(e) Explaining the clinical implications of genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies and their results;

(f) Evaluating the client’s or family’s responses to the condition of risk of recurrence and provide client-centered counseling and anticipatory guidance; and

(g) Providing written documentation of medical, genetic, and counseling information for families and health care professionals”;

(e) “Sexual misconduct” means engaging in one or more of the following activities with respect to a current client who is not a spouse or civil union partner:

(1) Engaging in sexual relations, whether consensual or non-consensual;

(2) Making verbal or physical sexual advances;

(3) Using sexual language or phrases;

(4) Requesting sexual favors; or

(5) Engaging in physical contact of a sexual nature;

(f) “Teleconference” means a live exchange of information from a remote location linked by a telecommunication system. The term includes “teleseminar”;

(g) “Video lecture” means a teleconference that uses video technology. The term includes “video course”; and

(h) “Webinar” means a presentation, lecture, workshop, or seminar that is transmitted over the world wide web.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 402 Procedures for Renewing a License

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.01 License Renewal Procedure {#sec-gen-402.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.01}

(a) A licensee wishing to renew their current license shall submit the completed renewal application as specified in Plc 308.05, that contains the information required by Plc 308.06, and the information and documentation described in Plc 308.07 and Gen 402.02.

(b) Pursuant to RSA 310:8, III, licenses to be renewed shall lapse if the renewal applicants do not submit the completed renewal application, renewal fee, and any supporting documentation on or before license expiration.

(c) Renewal applicants whose licenses have lapsed shall not provide genetic counseling until their licenses have been reinstated.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 402.02) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35 (formerly Gen 402.02)

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.02 License Renewal Application Packet {#sec-gen-402.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.02}

Applicants for license renewal shall submit the following components of the application packet:

(a) The completed renewal application form as specified in Plc 308.05;

(b) The documents described in Gen 402.03(a), but no documents proving maintenance of continuing competence; and

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 402.03) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35 (formerly Gen 402.03)

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.03 Documents {#sec-gen-402.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.03}

Applicants for renewal of their licenses shall include in their application packets the “Addendum to the Universal Application for License Renewal for Genetic Counselors”, revised April 2025, with a photocopy of the current certificate issued by one of the following:

(a) The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC), or its successor organization; or

(b) American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG), or its successor organization.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 402.06) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35 (formerly Gen 402.06)

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.04 Renewal Application Processing Procedures {#sec-gen-402.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.04}

(a) The OPLC shall review applications for license renewal as specified in Plc 308.09 and Plc 308.11.

(b) A renewal applicant wishing to challenge the denial of an application for license renewal shall make a written request for a hearing pursuant to Plc 206.31.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 402.04) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.05 Non-Completion of Maintenance of Continuing Competence Reported on the Renewal Form {#sec-gen-402.05 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.05}

(a) Renewal applicants who reported on their renewal application form that they anticipated completing continuing professional education and did not complete the professional education shall:

(1) Report the cancellation or withdrawal to the board no later than 15 days from the date of the cancellation or withdrawal or January 15 of the year following the renewal year whichever comes first;

(2) Give a detailed written explanation of why the renewal applicant could not complete the continuing education as reported on the renewal form; and

(3) If the opportunity to complete continuing professional education was prevented by cancellation, provide proof of the cancellation.

(b) In reviewing the applicants report described in (a) above the board shall following the procedure set forth in Gen 403.06 (c) through (f).

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 402.08) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); renumbered by #14338 (formerly Gen 402.08)

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.06 Audit Procedure {#sec-gen-402.06 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.06}

(a) The board shall select on a random basis 10% of the renewal applications submitted in each renewal year for an audit of compliance with the maintenance of continuing competence required by Gen 405.01.

(b) Audited renewal applicants who reported on the renewal application form that they completed maintenance of continuing competence before December 31 of the renewal year shall:

(1) Submit proof in the form of the documentation in Gen 406; and

(2) Shall do so no later than February 28 of the year following the renewal year.

(c) If the board observes that the documents submitted pursuant to (b)(1) above do not support the renewal applicant's claim of maintenance of continuing competence, the board shall review the possibility that the renewal applicant made an error on his or her renewal application form or in submitting documents.

(d) In making the review called for by (c) above the board shall seek further information from the renewal applicant if doing so will aid in the review.

(e) If, having completed the review required by (c) above, the board determines that the renewal applicant made an error in reporting or in submitting documents, but did not intentionally falsely report maintenance of continuing competence, the board shall:

(1) Require correction of the error; or

(2) If the error cannot be corrected issue a notice of hearing to determine if the renewed license should be suspended pursuant to Gen 404.01.

(f) If, having completed the review required by (c) above, the board believes that the renewal applicant has intentionally falsely reported maintenance of continuing competence, the board shall commence a disciplinary adjudicative proceeding in the manner required by Ahp 209.01.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 402.09) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); renumbered by #14338 (formerly Gen 402.09)

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 402.07 Basis for Renewal of Licensure {#sec-gen-402.07 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 402.07}

The OPLC shall renew the licenses of licensees who:

(a) Have submitted the completed renewal application form, the renewal fee, and supporting documents required for renewal, on or before the expiration of the license;

(b) Have maintained continuing competence through continuing professional education or continuing professional activity; and

(1) The answers to the questions from the application form specified in Plc 308.05; and

(2) Any related documents submitted pursuant to Plc 308.06.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 402.02) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35 (formerly Gen 40.10)

Part Gen 403 Reinstatement of Licensure

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.01 Licenses {#sec-gen-403.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.01}

Subject to Reinstatement. The following licenses shall be subject to reinstatement:

(a) Licenses suspended pursuant to Plc 205 or Plc 206, or as a result of disciplinary action commenced pursuant to Gen 402.06(f), shall be eligible for reinstatement pursuant to Plc 312.04; and

(b) Licenses expired for not more than one year shall be eligible for reinstatement pursuant to Plc 312.02.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14 ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.02 Licensing Process if a License Has Been Expired More Than One Year. {#sec-gen-403.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.02}

An individual whose license has been expired more than one year who wishes to obtain a license shall apply pursuant to Plc 312.03.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.03 Application After Revocation of License {#sec-gen-403.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.03}

An individual whose license was revoked and who wishes to obtain a license shall apply pursuant to Plc 312.05.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25; 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.04 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-403.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.04}

Reserved

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.05 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-403.05 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.05}

Reserved

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.06 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-403.06 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.06}

Reserved

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.07 Contiued Status {#sec-gen-403.07 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.07}

Reserved

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 403.08 Processing {#sec-gen-403.08 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 403.08}

of Applications for Licensure Renewal. Renewal applications shall be reviewed pursuant to Plc 308.09 and Plc 308.11.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (formerly Gen 403.09) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 404 Revocation, Suspension and Other Sanctions

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 404.01 Misconduct {#sec-gen-404.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 404.01}

Misconduct shall be:

(a) Knowingly or negligently providing inaccurate material information to the board and OPLC, or failing to provide complete and truthful material information, including during the process of applying for an initial, renewed, or reinstated license;

(b) Conviction of any criminal offense involving:

(1) Physical or mental injury to a victim;

(2) The risk of such injury; or

(3) Dishonesty;

(d) Violation of the ethical standards adopted by the board;

(e) Engaging in sexual misconduct;

(f) Failure to provide care with reasonable skill, safety, and regard for the client's rights, whether or not the client has suffered injury;

(g) Disciplinary action by a regulatory authority in another domestic or foreign jurisdiction;

(h) Practice without a currently valid license; and

(i) Violation of:

(1) Any provision of RSA 328-F;

(2) Any provision of RSA 326-K;

(3) Any rule adopted by the board; or

(4) Any state or federal law reasonably related to the authority of the license holder to practice or the ability of the license holder to practice safely.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 404.02 Sanctions {#sec-gen-404.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 404.02}

RSA 310:12 shall govern disciplinary measures available to the board to sanction misconduct.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 404.03 Procedure for Imposition of Sanctions {#sec-gen-404.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 404.03}

Other than the immediate suspension of a license authorized by RSA 541-A:30, III, the board shall impose disciplinary sanctions as specified in Plc 311.08.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 404.04 Determinations Required for Sanctions {#sec-gen-404.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 404.04}

The board shall apply Plc 311.10 to determine which sanctions to impose.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 404.05 Standards for the Selection of Sanctions {#sec-gen-404.05 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 404.05}

The board shall select appropriate sanction(s) using the standards specified in Plc 311.11.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 404.06 Unauthorized Practice {#sec-gen-404.06 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 404.06}

When the board determines which measures are likely to be the most effective way to stop unauthorized practice as defined in RSA 326-K:5, the board shall initiate an action pursuant to RSA 541-A:30, III.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 404.07 Procedure for Emergency Suspension of Licenses {#sec-gen-404.07 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 404.07}

The procedure for emergency license suspension shall be governed by Plc 206.07.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 405 Voluntary Surrender of License

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 405.01 Procedures for, and Effect of, Voluntary Surrender of License {#sec-gen-405.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 405.01}

The procedures for, and effect of, the voluntary surrender of a license shall be governed by Plc 205.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 406 Maintenance of Continuing Competence

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.01 Maintenance of Continuing Competence {#sec-gen-406.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.01}

(a) Licensees intending to renew their licensure shall maintain continuing competence by completing per biennium 50 hours of continuing professional education or professional activity further described in Gen 405.01(b) through (e).

(b) Licensees who received their initial New Hampshire license between January 1 and December 31 of the renewal year shall not be required to submit continuing education.

(c) At least 25 of the hours required by (a) above shall be clinical hours and shall relate directly to the field of genetic counseling.

(d) At least 12.5 hours required by (a) above shall be achieved through direct attendance at a NSGC or ACMG approved events.

(e) The balance of the hours required by (a) above shall relate to general genetic counseling theory and practice, including, but not limited to, supervision and consultation skills, curriculum development, and trans-disciplinary issues or skills.

(f) A licensee shall retain documentation of maintenance of continuing competence for a period of no less than 3 years.

(g) The renewal applicant shall furnish the copies of documentation of continuing competence activities set forth in Gen 406.02 through Gen 406.17 only when requested to do so by the board in connection with an audit.

(h) Continuing competence shall be maintained through the following continuing professional education courses and professional activities, provided that they meet the definition of continuing professional education in Gen 405.01(b), (c), and (d) above:

(1) Receipt of academic instruction in genetic counseling, as further described in Gen 406.02;

(2) Non-academic courses, seminars, conferences, and workshops, including grand rounds as further described in Gen 406.03;

(3) Facility-based genetic counseling in-service training, as further described in Gen 406.04;

(4) Formal mentored independent study, as further described in Gen 406.05;

(5) Educational events sponsored by the NSGC or ACMG as further described in Gen 406.06;

(6) Direct supervision of genetic counselor students during their clinical education, as further described in Gen 406.07;

(7) Publication of writing related to genetic counseling, as further described in Gen 406.08;

(8) Professional presentations relating to genetic counseling made to other professionals or the public, as further described in Gen 406.09;

(9) Participation in a genetic counseling research project, as further described in Gen 406.10;

(10) Participation in the work of professional boards, committees and agencies, as further described in Gen 406.11;

(11) Completion of distance learning courses, as further described in Gen 406.12;

(12) Teaching genetic counseling, as further described in Gen 406.13;

(13) Receipt of infection control education, as further described in Gen 406.14;

(15) Journal study, as further described in Gen 406.15;

(16) Peer supervision groups, as further described in Gen 406.16; and

(17) Peer review of manuscripts, as further described in Gen 406.17.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; amd by #13290, EMERGENCY RULE, eff 11-16-21, EXPIRED: 5-15-22 (see Revision Note #1 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400)

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.02 Receipt of Academic Instruction in Genetic Counseling {#sec-gen-406.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.02}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for the successful completion of academic course work in genetic counseling, provided that:

(1) The course work is not that required for initial licensure;

(2) The course is related to any conditions for which genetic counseling is often or usually recommended; and

(3) The course work is sponsored and assigned credit by a college or university.

(b) The licensee shall receive 15 hours of continuing professional education credit for each credit hour of academic course work described in (a) above.

(1) A photocopy of an official transcript showing successful completion of the course, the date of the course, and the credits earned; and

(2) One of the following descriptions of the course:

a. The description of the course copied from the college or university catalogue; or

b. A photocopy of the course syllabus or outline that includes a description of the course and the course competencies.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.03 Non-Academic Courses, Seminars, Conferences, and Workshops, Including Grand Rounds {#sec-gen-406.03 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.03}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for the successful completion of non-academic courses, seminars, conferences, and workshops on the following topics:

(1) Genetic counseling theory or practice, or both; or

(2) Any conditions for which genetic counseling is often or usually recommended.

(b) For each clock hour of attendance at such courses, seminars, conferences, and workshops, the licensee shall be credited with one hour of continuing professional education credit.

(c) Documentation of successful completion of non-academic courses, seminars, conferences, and workshops, including grand rounds, shall be a photocopy of an official certificate showing:

(1) The licensee’s name;

(2) The name and location of the course, seminar, conference, workshop, or grand rounds;

(3) The name of the provider or sponsoring entity;

(4) The beginning and ending date(s) of the program, course, seminar, conference, workshop, or grand rounds;

(5) The number of hours credited by the provider or sponsoring entity or the brochure showing the scheduled hours; and

(6) The signature or stamp of the speaker, the instructor, or a representative of the provider or sponsoring entity.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.04 Facility-Based Genetic Counseling In-Service Training {#sec-gen-406.04 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.04}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing education credit for participation in, or attendance at, a facility-based genetic counseling in-service training when the topic of the training is:

(1) In the field of genetic counseling; or

(2) Related to any psychological or physical condition for which genetic counseling is often or usually recommended.

(b) The licensee shall receive one hour of continuing professional education credit for each clock hour of participation or attendance, to a maximum of 8 hours per renewal cycle.

(c) Documentation of participation in, or attendance at, a facility-based genetic counseling in-service training shall be a photocopy of a memo from the genetic counselor’s supervisor of the facility stating:

(1) The licensee’s name;

(2) The name of the facility and the topic of the in-service training;

(3) The date of the in-service training; and

(4) The licensee’s hours of attendance.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.05 Formal Mentored Independent Study {#sec-gen-406.05 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.05}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for the performance of formal mentored independent study in genetic counseling so long as the study is performed under a written and signed mentorship agreement setting forth:

(1) The name of the mentor; and

(2) The goals and objectives to be met by the mentored licensee during the course of the mentored licensee’s study.

(b) The licensee shall receive one hour of continuing professional education credit for every 2 clock hours of formal mentored independent study, to a maximum of 8 hours per renewal cycle.

(1) A photocopy of the signed mentorship agreement; and

(2) The licensee’s signed written statement describing the independent study showing:

a. The dates of the study;

b. The hours spent on the study; and

c. The focus and outcome of the study.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.06 Educational Events Sponsored by the NSGC or ACMG {#sec-gen-406.06 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.06}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for genetic counseling educational events sponsored by the ABGC.

(b) For each educational event the licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit in an amount equal to the hours credited by the NSGC or ACMG.

(1) A photocopy of the original official NSGC or ACMG continuing education registry transcript: or

(2) A certificate of attendance showing:

a. The name of the licensee;

b. The name or title of the event; and

c. The date and hours of the event.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.07 Direct Supervision of Genetic Counselor Students During Their Clinical Education {#sec-gen-406.07 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.07}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credits for the licensee’s direct supervision of genetic counselor student(s) during their clinical education when the licensee acts as the clinical instructor.

(b) The licensee shall receive one hour of continuing professional education credit for every 24 hours of supervision for a maximum of 2 hours per student for clinical education supervision. A maximum of 8 hours per renewal cycle shall be credited.

(c) Documentation of direct supervision of a genetic counselor student during the students’ clinical education shall be a photocopy of a memo complying with (1) through (5) below:

(1) The name of the licensee;

(2) The fact that the licensee was the student's clinical instructor;

(3) The clinical education student's school;

(4) The beginning and ending dates of the licensee's supervision of the student's clinical education including the total number of hours of supervision; and

(5) A signature by:

a. The supervisor of the facility where the clinical education was supervised;

b. The clinical coordinator of clinical education; or

c. The academic coordinator of clinical education.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.08 Publication {#sec-gen-406.08 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.08}

of Writing Related to Genetic Counseling.

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for the publication of a licensee’s writing related to genetic counseling, including the publication of:

(1) A book;

(2) A peer-reviewed or non-peer-reviewed chapter of a book;

(3) A peer-reviewed or non-peer-reviewed article; or

(4) A patient education publication.

(b) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for no more than 2 published writings per renewal cycle as follows:

(1) For a book, 10 hours per book;

(2) For a peer-reviewed chapter of a book or a peer-reviewed article, 10 hours per article;

(3) For a non-peer reviewed chapter or article, 5 hours per non-peer review chapter or article; and

(4) For patient education publications, 2 hours per patient education publication.

(1) Any item showing:

a. The title of the writing;

b. The date of publication; and

c. The licensee’s part or full authorship of the published writing; and

(2) A photocopy of:

a. The cover or the dust jacket of the licensee’s published book;

b. The licensee’s published chapter or article; or

c. The patient education material.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.09 Professional Presentations Relating to Genetic Counseling Made to Other Professionals or the Public {#sec-gen-406.09 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.09}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional educational credit for professional presentations relating to genetic counseling, including workshops, lectures, and in-service trainings, made to other professionals or to the public.

(b) The licensee shall receive 2 hours of continuing professional education credit for each clock hour of a presentation, to a maximum of 8 hours per renewal cycle, provided that, if the licensee gives substantially the same public presentation more than once, the licensee shall receive credit for a single presentation.

(c) Documentation of a professional presentation relating to genetic counseling made to other professionals or to the public shall be:

(1) A photocopy of the official program of the presentation;

(2) A photocopy of a written statement signed by a representative of the program's sponsor including:

a. The title of the presentation;

b. The name of the licensee as presenter;

c. The date of the presentation;

c. The hours during which the presentation took place; and

e. The type of audience attending the presentation; or

(3) A photocopy of the program brochure showing the information described in (c)(2) above.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.10 Participation in a Genetic Counseling Research Project {#sec-gen-406.10 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.10}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for participation in a genetic counseling research project.

(b) The licensee shall receive one hour of continuing professional education credit for every 4 clock hours spent on a research project, to a maximum of 8 hours per renewal cycle.

(c) Documentation of participation in a genetic counseling research project shall be a photocopy of a statement signed by either the principal investigator or a representative of the grant sponsor showing:

(1) The name of the research project;

(2) The beginning and ending dates of the licensee's participation; and

(3) The licensee’s role in the research project.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.11 Participation in the Work of Professional Boards, Committees, and Agencies {#sec-gen-406.11 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.11}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for participation in the work of a board or committee of a professional genetic counseling organization or government agency related to the practice of genetic counseling.

(b) The licensee shall receive one hour of continuing professional education credit for each board, committee, or agency served. The work on each board, committee, or agency served shall exceed 24 hours in duration. A maximum of 4 hours per renewal cycle shall be credited.

(c) Documentation of participation in the work of a professional board, committee, or agency shall be a photocopy of a letter complying with the following:

(1) The letter shall name the authority appointing the licensee to the board, committee, or agency;

(2) The letter shall name the board, committee, or agency served by the licensee; and

(3) The letter shall state:

a. The appointment of the licensee to the board, committee, or agency; or

b. The fact of the licensee’s participation and the beginning and ending dates of the licensee’s service.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.12 Completion {#sec-gen-406.12 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.12}

of Distance Learning Courses.

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for the completion of courses taken through distance learning, including self-study courses and self-paced clinical courses, provided that the course sponsor or provider issues the documentation described in this section.

(b) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for the hours attributed by the course sponsor or provider.

c) Documentation of completion of a course through distance learning shall be:

(1) A photocopy of an official transcript showing successful completion of the course, the date of the course, and the credits earned; or

(2) A photocopy of the official certificate of completion issued to the licensee by the course sponsor or provider showing:

a. The licensee’s name;

b. The name of the course;

c. The name of the provider or sponsor;

d. The beginning and ending date(s) of the course, if applicable; and

e. The number of contact hours credited by the provider or sponsor.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.13 Teaching {#sec-gen-406.13 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.13}

Genetic Counseling.

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for teaching a college or university course in genetic counseling.

(b) The licensee shall receive 2 hours of continuing professional education credit for each clock hour of teaching, to a maximum of 8 hours per renewal cycle, provided that:

(1) If the licensee gives substantially the same course more than once during the renewal cycle, the board shall credit the licensee for only a single presentation of the course; and

(2) If the licensee gives a course that includes a lab component, the board shall credit the licensee for only a single presentation of the course.

(1) A list of courses taught; and

(2) A photocopy of a letter of confirmation signed by an official of the institution sponsoring the courses.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.14 Receipt {#sec-gen-406.14 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.14}

of Infection Control Education.

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for the completion of infection control education.

(b) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit hour for each clock hour spent in receipt of infection control education, to a maximum of 2 hours per renewal cycle.

(1) A photocopy of a certificate showing:

a. The title or subject matter of the education; and

b. The receipt of the education by the licensee; or

(2) A statement signed by the supervisor of the facility where the course took place providing the information described in (1) above.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.15 Journal Study {#sec-gen-406.15 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.15}

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for study of a journal article dated within the preceding 5 years, including answering the questions provided with and related to the article, so long as the article is related to:

(1) Genetic counseling theory, or practice, or both;

(2) The running of a genetic counseling business; or

(3) Any conditions for which the services of a genetic counselor are often or usually recommended.

(b) The licensee shall receive a maximum of 4 continuing professional education credit hours per renewal cycle for studying such a journal article and successful completion of the related questions.

(1) The name of the licensee;

(2) The title and date of the journal article;

(3) The name of the publisher or provider of the journal article and the related questions; and

(4) The date of the licensee’s completion of the journal study, including answering the questions related to the article.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.16 Peer {#sec-gen-406.16 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.16}

Supervision Groups.

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for participation in a peer supervision group so long as:

(1) The peer supervision group consists of genetic counselors or other counseling professionals;

(2) It operates according to a contract or other written guidelines that outline the rules, procedures, and expectations for member’s participation in the group; and

(3) The group meets on a regular basis according to a published schedule of dates, times, and locations.

(b) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education of credit for every 25 hours of participation for a maximum of 2 hours per renewal cycle.

(1) A photocopy of the contract or written guidelines for operation showing the name of the peer supervision group;

(2) A photocopy of the schedule of meetings; and

(3) A photocopy of the dated sign-in sheets documenting attendance.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 406.17 Peer {#sec-gen-406.17 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 406.17}

Review of Manuscripts.

(a) The licensee shall receive continuing professional education credit for participation in peer review of a manuscript so long as:

(1) The licensee was invited to do so; and

(2) The review is for a manuscript to be published in a scientific journal.

(b) The licensee shall receive one continuing professional education credit hour per manuscript for conducting a peer review of a manuscript for a maximum of 5 per renewal cycle.

(1) A photocopy of the invitation;

(2) A photocopy of the review as submitted via the online journal review system; and

(3) A photocopy of the letter of thanks for completing the review.

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; ss by #13556, eff 4-11-23 (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Part Gen 407 Ongoing Requirements

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 407.01 Administrative {#sec-gen-407.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 407.01}

Obligations of Licensees.

(a) Plc 307 shall govern the administrative obligations of licensees.

(b) Licensees shall retain documentation of their continuing professional education and professional activities for at least 3 years.

(c) Licensees shall cooperate with all investigations and requests for information from the OPLC and the board, wherein “cooperate” means to:

(1) Provide accurate factual information;

(2) Respond to any questions posed in a timely fashion; and

(3) Assist in any other way requested by the OPLC or the board.

APPENDIX

Rule

Specific State Statute the Rule Implements

Gen 401.01

RSA 541-A:7

Gen 401.01(a)-(c) and (f)-(h)

RSA 326-K:10, I; RSA 325-F:5, VI

Gen 401.01(d)

RSA 326-K:1, VI

Gen 401.01(e)

RSA 328-F:11, II(d)

Gen 402.01

RSA 328-F:11, I(b)

Gen 402.02

RSA 328-F:11, I(b)

Gen 402.03

RSA 328-F:11, I(b)

Gen 402.04

RSA 328-F:11, I(b)

Gen 402.05

RSA 328-F:11, I(b)

Gen 402.06

RSA 328-F:11, I(b)

Gen 402.07

RSA 328-F:11, I(b), RSA 326-K:10

Gen 403.01

RSA 328-F:11, I(e)-(f)

Gen 403.02

RSA 328-F:11, I(f)

Gen 403.03

RSA 328-F:11, I(e)

Gen 403.04 - Reserved

Gen 403.05 - Reserved

Gen 403.06 - Reserved

Gen 403.07

RSA 328-F:11, I(f)

Gen 403.08

RSA 310:8

Gen 404.01

RSA 328-F:11, I(g)

Gen 404.02

RSA 328-F:11, I(g)

Gen 404.03

RSA 328-F:11, I(g)

Gen 404.04

RSA 328-F:11, I(g)

Gen 404.05

RSA 328-F:11, I(g)

Gen 404.06

RSA 326-K:5

Gen 404.07

RSA 541-A:30, III

Gen 405.01

RSA 328-F:11

Gen 405.02 – Gen 405.17

RSA 328-F:11

Gen 406.02 – Gen 406.17

RSA 328-F:11

Gen 407.01

RSA 328-F:21

History

#10687, eff 10-7-14; renumbered by #13556 (formerly Gen 408.01) (see Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Gen 400); ss by #14338, eff 10-7-25, EXPIRES: 10-7-35

Chapter Gen 500 Ethical Standards

Part Gen 501 Definitions

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 501.01 Definition {#sec-gen-501.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 501.01}

"National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC)" means the national professional organization of genetic counselors, or its successor organization.

History

#10666, eff 9-10-14; ss by #14234, eff 4-12-25, EXPIRES: 4-12-35

Part Gen 502 Ethical Standards

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 502.01 Ethical Standards for Genetic Counselors {#sec-gen-502.01 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 502.01}

The ethical standards for genetic counselors shall be the NSGC code of ethics adopted in January of 1992 and revised April 2017, available as stated in Appendix B, with the modifications described in Gen 502.02.

History

#10666, eff 9-10-14; ss by #13502, eff 12-10-22

N.H. Code Admin. R. Ann. Gen 502.02 Modifications of the NSGC Code of Ethics {#sec-gen-502.02 omnilex-key=us-nh-regs-official--agency-gen--Gen 502.02}

Modifications to the NSGC code of ethics shall be as follows:

(a) The exclusion of the preamble to the NSGC code of ethics;

(b) The deletion of “work to” at the end of the first paragraph in Section I, II, and III and replacing with “shall”; and

Appendix A

Rule

Specific State Statute the Rule Implements

Gen 501

RSA 541-A:7; RSA 328-F:11, II(b)

Gen 502.01

RSA 328-F:11, II (b)

Gen 502.02

RSA 328-F:11, II (b)

Appendix B

Rule

Title

Obtain at:

Gen 501 and Gen 502

Ethical Standards

National Society of Genetic Counselors

Executive Office

330 North Wabash Avenue, Suite 2000

Chicago, Illinois 60611

(312) 321-6834

Free online at:

https://www.nsgc.org/Policy-Research-and-Publications/Code-of-Ethics-Conflict-of-Interest/Code-of-Ethics

History

#10666, eff 9-10-14; ss by #13502, eff 12-10-22