What is Genetic Counseling?
Genetic counselors work with individuals and families to help them understand how genetics influence someone’s health, future health, disease diagnosis or treatment. Genetic counseling is a master’s-terminal field where graduates complete two years of intensive coursework and fieldwork prior to sitting for a board exam.
Genetic counselors work in healthcare settings across the lifespan, as well as in research, public health and policy, education, leadership, laboratories and industry.