1. (1) Licensure Periods

   1. (a) A license shall normally be valid for two years, expiring on October 1.
   2. (b) The initial licensure period may be abbreviated in order to have the expiration at the established renewal date.

2. (2) The renewal of a license shall be accomplished prior to expiration of the license.

   1. (a) Failure to renew prior to the expiration date of the current license will result in an additional late fee.
   2. (b) The board shall not renew a license if that license has been expired for more than 60 days.
   3. (c) A genetic counselor shall not engage in activities that require a genetic counseling license if his or her license has expired.

3. (3) To be eligible for renewal, the applicant shall:

   1. (a) Hold a valid, active Alabama license;
   2. (b) Submit required fee(s); and
   3. (c) Meet continuing education requirements.

Author: Alabama Board of Genetic Counseling

Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §34-13A-3, et seq.

History: New Rule: Published December 31, 2020; effective February 14, 2021. Amended: Published November 30, 2023; effective January 14, 2024.