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Ohio State University-Main Campus
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Keck Graduate Institute
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University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus
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Genetic Counseling/Counselor programs prepare individuals to counsel patients and families concerning inherited genetic disorders and diseases; assess risk factors and planning options associated with potential and actual inherited conditions; and serve as patient advocates and provide referral services in relation to private and public support services. Includes instruction in clinical/medical genetics, methods of genetic testing, interviewing and counseling skills, genetic and support services delivery, principles of public health, medical ethics, law and regulations, patient advocacy, and professional standards.
Of the 299 Genetic Counseling/Counselor degrees granted each year at the Masters degree level, men make up 8% percent and women make up 92% percent of the field of study. Did you know that New York has more students graduating with a degree in Genetic Counseling/Counselor than any other state in the US? In fact, New York granted 49 degrees last year! The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Genetic Counseling/Counselor is $37,200.
The highest paying career for Genetic Counseling/Counselor majors is Genetic Counselors. But, something else to consider is how much demand there is for specific jobs. A career that is in high need that a degree in Genetic Counseling/Counselor can prepare you for is Genetic Counselors.
These are the highest paying careers for Genetic Counseling/Counselor majors.
These are the careers in highest demand for Genetic Counseling/Counselor majors.
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