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Genetic Counseling Seminar: Topics in the Field

Location
NIH - Bethesda, MD
Term
3rd Term
Department
Health, Behavior and Society
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2013 - 2014
Instruction Method
TBD
Class Time(s)
Friday, 2:30 - 4:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

Must be enrolled in ScM in Genetic Counseling Program

Description
Case discussions highlight psychological, social, and ethical issues in genetic counseling. Review of recent relevant literature enhances critical thinking skills. Clients who have had personal experiences with a genetic condition or risk expose students to a variety of reactions and circumstances presented from the consumers perspective. Various professionals share services, research, and expertise relevant to genetic counselors. Students in related graduate or medical genetics programs are encouraged to enroll to maximize the opportunity for exchange between disciplines.
Enrollment Restriction
ScM in Genetic Counseling students
Special Comments

Students must register for all four terms.