GNCLMS - Genetic Counseling
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Program Type
Master of Science
College
College of Health Sciences
Career
Graduate
Program Description
The Genetic Counseling Graduate Program at the University of Arizona is a graduate program offered through the College of Health Sciences. Graduates of this two-year long program will graduate from the University of Arizona with a Master of Science degree in Genetic Counseling, preparing them for a career in this rapidly growing field. Our program combines classroom-based coursework with real-world experience working with practicing genetic counselors and physicians in the clinic.
UAGCGP students will benefit from UA's rich biomedical research and clinical training programs in both Tucson and Phoenix. With campuses in both cities, students will have the opportunity to train with clinicians, researchers, and experts in the field of genetics and genomic medicine.
The mission of our program is to provide a well-rounded education in genetic counseling through rigorous and diverse academic, clinical and research experiences, preparing the next generation of genetic counselors in an ever- evolving landscape.
Our program's objectives are to prepare graduate students who will be able to:
- Work as a member of a genetic/genomic health care team
- Interpret family and medical histories to assess the likelihood of disease occurrence or recurrence.
- Provide patient counseling to promote informed personal and medical choices, as well as adaptation to the risk or condition.
- Incorporate issues related to diversity, equity, social justice, and inclusiveness into professional practice
- Educate clients, clinicians and the public about genetic conditions, inheritance, testing, management, prevention, resources and research on inherited conditions.
More details about the program can be found here: https://gcgp.uahs.arizona.edu/
The University of Arizona is committed to creating and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. The University prohibits discrimination in all campus activities, including admissions, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. For more information on the UA nondiscrimination and anti-harassment policy, please visit policy.arizona.edu/human-resources/nondiscrimination-and-anti-harassment-policy.
UAGCGP students will benefit from UA's rich biomedical research and clinical training programs in both Tucson and Phoenix. With campuses in both cities, students will have the opportunity to train with clinicians, researchers, and experts in the field of genetics and genomic medicine.
The mission of our program is to provide a well-rounded education in genetic counseling through rigorous and diverse academic, clinical and research experiences, preparing the next generation of genetic counselors in an ever- evolving landscape.
Our program's objectives are to prepare graduate students who will be able to:
- Work as a member of a genetic/genomic health care team
- Interpret family and medical histories to assess the likelihood of disease occurrence or recurrence.
- Provide patient counseling to promote informed personal and medical choices, as well as adaptation to the risk or condition.
- Incorporate issues related to diversity, equity, social justice, and inclusiveness into professional practice
- Educate clients, clinicians and the public about genetic conditions, inheritance, testing, management, prevention, resources and research on inherited conditions.
More details about the program can be found here: https://gcgp.uahs.arizona.edu/
The University of Arizona is committed to creating and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. The University prohibits discrimination in all campus activities, including admissions, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. For more information on the UA nondiscrimination and anti-harassment policy, please visit policy.arizona.edu/human-resources/nondiscrimination-and-anti-harassment-policy.