About Genetic Counselors
HEALTHCARE
Genetic Counselors
Education - Masters Degree | 4-Years
About Genetic Counselors
Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provide information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions. Advise individuals and families to support informed decisionmaking and coping methods for those at risk. May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling.
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Current OpportunitiesGENETIC COUNSELORS
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