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Advanced Topics in Cancer Genomics for Genetic Counselors
- Location:
- Internet
- Term:
- 4th term
- Department:
- Health Behavior and Society
- Credits:
- 0.5 credits
- Academic Year:
- 2022 - 2023
- Instruction Method:
- Asynchronous Online with Some Synchronous Online
- Auditors Allowed:
- Yes, with instructor consent
- Undergrads Allowed:
- No
- Grading Restriction:
- Pass/Fail
- Course Instructors:
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- Leila Jamal
- Lori H. Erby
- Contact:
- Leila Jamal
- Resources:
- Prerequisite:
Introduction to Online Learning is required prior to participating in any of the School's Internet-based courses.
- Description:
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Aims to expose ScM Genetic Counseling students to novel and emerging technologies in oncology. Evaluates the relevance of these technologies to genetic counseling practice. Familiarizes genetic counseling students with the emerging tools and clinical reasoning associated with new technologies for tumor profiling, genome-guided cancer prevention, and treatment.
- Learning Objectives:
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Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of emerging cancer diagnostic and treatment approaches that incorporate germline and somatic genome sequence data.
- Identify challenges and opportunities these technologies introduce to genetic counseling practice.
- Apply knowledge of these technologies to a critical evaluation of genetic counselors’ evolving scope of practice in the cancer setting.
- Methods of Assessment:
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 50% Discussion Board
- 25% LiveTalks
- 25% Reflection
- Instructor Consent:
No consent required