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Therapeutic Genetic Counseling I

Location:
NIH - Bethesda, MD
Term:
3rd term
Department:
Health Behavior and Society
Credits:
2 credits
Academic Year:
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method:
In-person
Class Times:
  • Friday,  11:00am - 12:50pm
Auditors Allowed:
No
Undergrads Allowed:
No
Grading Restriction:
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor:
Contact:
Lori Erby
Resources:
Prerequisite:

Must be enrolled in ScM in Genetic Counseling Program

Description:

Equips graduate students enrolled in the JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Program with an applied psychological paradigm for genetic counseling. Defines and illustrates goals and the process of genetic counseling. Teaches students skills to assess clients' cognitive and affective responses to the genetic contribution to disease and risk. Defines components of a therapeutic relationship. Allows opportunities to practice establishing and acting on a therapeutic relationship.

Learning Objectives:

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

  1. Conduct a client psychological assessment
  2. Relate the process of genetic counseling to counseling goals
  3. Demonstrate skills in establishing a therapeutic relationship with a client
Methods of Assessment:

This course is evaluated as follows:

  • 50% Participation
  • 50% Paper(s)

Instructor Consent:

No consent required