34 courses with the subject GEN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DNA and genetics are everywhere. Review of the impact of genetics on sociocultural and healthcare systems. Emphasis on influence of genetics in daily life beyond a doctor's office.
Introduction to the genetic counseling profession. Emphasis on factors influencing genetic counseling sessions. Focus on skill-building applicable to healthcare encounters.
Applying molecular genetics to the impact on human development, process and disease. Introduction to clinical presentation and diagnostic management.
Genetic counseling research under the direction of a faculty member, culminating in a written report. Research will include laboratory and/or field work and/or directed readings of the literature. Times by arrangement.
Introduction to techniques used in genetic evaluation and counseling. Issues in preconception and prenatal genetic counseling. Skill development including basic interviewing techniques, psychosocial assessment, pedigree construction, searching on-line resources.
Issues in genetic counseling for pediatric and adult-onset genetic disorders including cancer genetics. Skill development, including working with special populations, decision-making, elements of informed consent.
Structured observation across diverse genetic counseling settings. Analysis of professional practice, communication strategies, counseling techniques, and healthcare system roles through guided reflection and competency-based assignments.
Active participation in genetic counseling activities including pedigree construction, risk assessment, and counseling skills development through patient interactions, role-play scenarios, and standardized patient encounters.
Impact of genetic disorders on patients and families, structure and function of support groups, and role of allied health professionals in evaluation, treatment and referral of patients with genetic disorders.
Human embryological development with emphasis on normal and abnormal development. Issues in teratology and birth defects, clinical problems associated with birth defects and their means of prevention.
Principles of oncology, cancer genetics, inherited syndromes, assessment, therapies and management in cancer care. Application to genetic counseling with an emphasis on familial and inherited risks.
Advanced study of hereditary cancer syndromes, risk assessment models, genetic testing interpretation, and counseling strategies. Emphasis on evidence-based management, multidisciplinary care coordination, and multifaceted aspects of cancer genetic counseling.
Application of concepts related to genetic and genomic medicine with an emphasis on genetic counseling and the general public. Implementation of activities, discussion and peer learning for development of person and professional.
Introduction to peer supervision concepts and reflective practice for genetic counseling students. Students analyze cases, apply counseling theories, and develop collaborative feedback skills during initial fieldwork rotations.
Introduction to literature in genetic counseling including dissection of literature for critical assessment and application in clinical and research settings. Review of research methodology for preparation to be both consumers and producers of research.
Introduction to clinical/medical genetics and genomics for genetic counseling students. Topics include cytogenetics, dysmorphology, metabolism and study of genetic conditions by body systems such as nervous, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and integumentary.
Advanced principles and topics in genetics, genomics and clinical care in a genetic counseling setting.
Introduction to research methods for genetic counselors. Knowledge and skills basic to critical analysis, interpretation of research findings, and proposal preparation.
Guided and individualized mentorship for navigation of capstone project. First course in individual capstone plan.
Tailored independent study to develop or expand skillset in genetic counseling research. May be used as research elective per approval of program.
Survey of human molecular genetics and current clinical methods used for the diagnosis of human genetic disorders. Special emphasis given to the molecular principles, interpretations, and limitations of these tests.
Transition to clinical setting with integration of risk assessment. Experiential learning through simulated patient encounters, full case workups, clinical documentation and case management. Emphasis on skills used in patient care.
Intensive workshop series providing hands-on exposure to genetic counseling specialties including prenatal, pediatric, adult, cancer, and laboratory settings. Students develop foundational skills in risk assessment, counseling, and evidence-based practice across clinical contexts.
Supervised initiation of comprehensive fieldwork experiences. Skill development and application within a fieldwork setting.
Issues in professional development, public policy and health care systems. Introduction to legal issues in genetic counseling. Skill development including advanced genetic counseling skills, case management and preparing educational programs.
Engages students with advanced topics in genetic counseling including ethics in genomic healthcare, intersection with public health, advancing technologies and development of the professional throughout a career.
Supervised fieldwork experiences in genetic counseling including but not limited to: case preparation, risk assessment and intervention, psychosocial assessment and support, identification of testing and support resources for patients, skill development and application across subspecialties.
Supervised fieldwork experiences in genetic counseling including but not limited to: case preparation, risk assessment and intervention, psychosocial assessment and support, identification of testing and support resources for patients, skill development and application across subspecialties.
Focus on building reflective practice, with heavy emphasis on retrospective case processing and review. Collaborative processing of cases to consider influential components and integrate awareness into future cases.
Advanced study of topics for genetic counseling students such as mitochondrial conditions and pharmacogenomics as well as genetic conditions by body systems such as visual, auditory, craniofacial, reproductive, circulatory, nephrology and pulmonology.
Research project in genetic counseling.
Research project in genetic counseling.
Comprehensive review course preparing students for the genetic counseling board certification examination through integration of practice-based competencies, test-taking strategies, and simulated exam experiences.
Research Extension.
Source: University of North Carolina at Greensboro's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
