415.602.81
Clinical Genetics for Genetic Counselors I
Location
Internet
Term
3rd Term
Department
Health, Behavior and Society
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
Asynchronous Online with Some Synchronous Online
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
415.611.92 and 415.612.92 Introduction to Human Genetics I and II
Aims to equip graduate students enrolled in the JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling Training Program with the basic knowledge needed to enter into clinical genetic counseling rotations in a variety of settings. Introduces the most common categories of genetic conditions associated with each body system. Provides an overview of the functioning of the relevant body system prior to covering the phenotypic features of the most common categories of hereditary conditions of relevance to that system. Includes topics: clinical presentation, considerations for family and medical history-taking and optimal diagnostic strategies.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the primary characteristics of a variety of the most commonly encountered genetic conditions
- Identify the most appropriate diagnostic approach when a patient presents with a characteristic phenotype
- Summarize the range of outcomes associated with a variety of the most commonly encountered genetic conditions
- Recognize the types of clinical genetics questions likely to appear on the ABGC Board exam
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 80% Quizzes
- 20% LiveTalks
Enrollment Restriction
primarily restricted to ScM students in genetic counseling