About

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. Clinically, genetic counselors work with physicians and other allied health professionals to diagnose and personalize treatment and management plans based on genetic information from testing or family history.

Genetic Counseling students participate in activities as part of the program.

ABOUT

Genetic counselors work with individuals and families to help them understand how genetics, both inherited and not, influence someone’s health, future health, disease diagnosis or treatment. 

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MISSION AND VALUES

The mission of the UNCG Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Program is to provide an exemplary learning environment in which students obtain the knowledge, skills, and competencies to provide culturally sensitive, ethical genetic counseling services in a variety of clinical settings.

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Genetic Counseling students participate in activities as part of the program.
Genetic Counseling students participate in activities as part of the program.

DEPARTMENT HISTORY

The M.S. Genetic Counseling Program at the University of North Carolina Greensboro was approved as a new program by the UNC Board of Directors in 1999 and became the first genetic counseling training program in North Carolina. Courses began in Fall 2000 with an inaugural cohort of seven individuals.

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NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE

NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE
Genetic Counseling students participate in activities as part of the program.
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