MS Genetic Counseling
Course Overview
This program prepares you to become a board-certified genetic counselor by combining scientific expertise with compassionate patient care. You will develop the specialized skills needed to assist individuals and families across diverse medical settings. The curriculum provides comprehensive training in both clinical practice and research methodologies.
Key Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering genetic counseling fundamentals, advanced medical genetics, and counseling techniques
- Diverse clinical rotations in pediatric, prenatal, cancer, and specialty clinics
- Hand-on research experience through a genetic counseling-related Plan II project
- Access to UAB's extensive facilities for both on-site and off-site rotations
- Preparation for board certification and career placement in high-demand healthcare roles
Course Overview
This program prepares you to become a board-certified genetic counselor by combining scientific expertise with compassionate patient care. You will develop the specialized skills needed to assist individuals and families across diverse medical settings. The curriculum provides comprehensive training in both clinical practice and research methodologies.
Key Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering genetic counseling fundamentals, advanced medical genetics, and counseling techniques
- Diverse clinical rotations in pediatric, prenatal, cancer, and specialty clinics
- Hand-on research experience through a genetic counseling-related Plan II project
- Access to UAB's extensive facilities for both on-site and off-site rotations
- Preparation for board certification and career placement in high-demand healthcare roles
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