The profession of genetic counsellor may be practised by, and bear the title of, persons who hold evidence of formal qualifications appearing on a list drawn up by order of the Minister for Health.
By way of derogation from the first paragraph, persons who, on 6 October 2007, have exercised or were exercising functions devolved to genetic counsellors and have obtained authorisation to exercise in this capacity under conditions laid down by order of the Minister for Health may also exercise the profession of genetic counsellor and bear the title of genetic counsellor.