Course Details
Number of Credits: 1
Course Director: Shenela Lakhani, CGC, CCGC
Pre-requisite: successful completion of Year 1 of Genetic counseling program, current enrollment genetic counseling Master of Science program or permission from the program director
Course Schedule
Semester: Spring II
Course Description: This course looks at current and relevant issues related to the professional development of genetic counselors and the field of genetic counseling, including skills required for job applications and interviews, board exam preparedness, education and the transition into careers related to genetic counseling.
Course Goal: At the end of this course, students should have a strong grasp on the current landscape of the genetic counseling profession, a toolkit of skills to help with board examination preparation. Students should feel prepared about joining the workforce.