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Genetic Counseling Seminar: Topics in the Field

Location
NIH - Bethesda, MD
Term
2nd Term
Department
Health, Behavior and Society
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2023 - 2024
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
Class Time(s)
Friday, 1:30 - 3:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
Yes
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Lori Erby
Contact Name
Lori Erby
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

Must be enrolled in ScM in Genetic Counseling Program

Description
Offers a dynamic forum for discussion that focuses on genetic counseling research, policy, and education and their impact on clinical practice. Invites a diverse group of professionals to present topics well suited for class discussion. Includes student-led case presentations to highlight the psychological, social, and ethical issues in genetic counseling. Exposes students to a variety of client attitudes, reactions, and experiences by including clients who have personal experience with a genetic condition or familial risk as speakers.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Present concise case summaries and exchange impressions of the psychological, social, and ethical aspects of genetic counseling
  2. Establish relationships with other students to facilitate mentoring, strategizing, and camaraderie
  3. Describe provocative issues in the field of genetic counseling
  4. Explain the types of cases and professional issues encountered by genetic counselors
  5. Describe the variety of genetic counseling research topics
  6. Describe programs in policy and ethics related to genetic counseling
  7. Describe the personal experiences of those with genetic conditions or living at increased risk
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 50% Participation
  • 50% Assignments
Enrollment Restriction
ScM in Genetic Counseling students
Instructor Consent
Consent required for some students
Consent Note
Consent required for non-ScM in Genetic Counseling students, including undergraduates.
Consent Contact
lori.erby@nih.gov
Jointly Offered With
National Inst. Health
Special Comments

ScM in Genetic Counseling students must register for all four terms. Non-ScM in Genetic Counseling students are only required to register for either the two fall or two spring terms.