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Supervised Clinical Rotations: Genetic Counseling

Location:
NIH - Bethesda, MD
Term:
2nd term
Department:
Health Behavior and Society
Credits:
Variable Credit
Academic Year:
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method:
Hybrid In-person and Synchronous Online
Auditors Allowed:
No
Undergrads Allowed:
No
Grading Restriction:
Pass/Fail
Course Instructors:
Contact:
Lori Erby
Resources:
Prerequisite:

Must be enrolled in ScM in Genetic Counseling Program

Description:

Offers clinical placements in adult, pediatric, and prenatal genetic centers in the Baltimore-Washington area. Provides opportunity to learn about genetic conditions by their impact on individuals and their families, and about roles of the genetic counselor. Provides a wide range of clinical experiences over the course of multiple placements.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate skills required to practice in a clinical genetic counseling setting
  2. Critique developing counseling skills
Methods of Assessment:

This course is evaluated as follows:

  • 80% Assignments
  • 10% Reflection
  • 10% Self-assessments

Enrollment Restriction:

ScM in Genetic Counseling students

Instructor Consent:

No consent required

Jointly Offered With: