Getting involved with professional organizations is one of the best ways to stay current in the field, grow your network, and explore career opportunities. These organizations offer valuable resources including student memberships, scholarships, job boards, conferences, and more.

Why Join?

• Student rates for membership

• Access to scholarships, awards, and travel grants

• Listings for internships and jobs

• Notifications of upcoming conferences, seminars, and webinars

• Opportunities to connect with professionals and alumni

As an HCG student in good standing, you are eligible for one free student membership to a professional genetics organization each academic year. Check your UConn email or contact the program office for details.

As a UConn student, you are automatically a member of BioCT — Connecticut’s bioscience network. This gives you free access to industry networking events, job boards, and startup resources across the state.

Recommended Organizations

• The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG)
• Association of Genetic Technologists (AGT)
• Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP)
• National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC)
• New England Regional Genetics Group (NERGG)
• National Coalition for Health Professional Education in Genetics (NCHPEG)

Note: The American Society of Human Genetics formally recognizes the Professional Science Master’s (PSM) degree—and the PSM in Health Care Genetics—as part of the broader graduate genetics training ecosystem.