Certification: Cancer Genetic Risk Assessment (CGRA)
PO Box 1334 Warsaw, IN 46581-1334
Collects and documents detailed multigenerational family histories/pedigrees and performs genetic cancer risk assessments
Initiates genetic testing and interprets genetic test results, develops, and follows through with plans of care, works collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary care team and makes appropriate referrals
Provides pre- and post-test genetic counseling to patients and families at elevated cancer risk
Obtains referrals from other health care providers to evaluate and care for patients and families who are at risk for or who have been identified at genetic risk
Initiates genetic testing and interprets genetic test results, develops, and follows through with plans of care, works collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary care team and makes appropriate referrals
Provides pre- and post-test genetic counseling to patients and families at elevated cancer risk
Obtains referrals from other health care providers to evaluate and care for patients and families who are at risk for or who have been identified at genetic risk
- More than two years of education or training after high school required?
- Yes
- More than two years of work experience required?
- Yes
- Oral or Written Exam Required?
- Yes
- Renewal Required?
- Every 3 Year(s)
- Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
- Yes
- Renew through Re-Examination?
- No
- Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
- No
- Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
- No
National Conference; Online Exam
Specialty
The certification corresponds to a specialty within a recognized occupation. For example, Oncology Nurse and Pediatric Nurse are specialties within the nursing field, so Certified Oncology Nurse and Certified Pediatric Nurse would be classified as specialty certifications.
- This certification is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).