Genetic Counseling - Northwestern University

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Program Format: Campus Program Level: Master

Genetic Counseling from Northwestern University is a Campus Master Genetics degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The program will provide each student with the knowledge and experience to become a creative, independent, and competent genetic counselor . Upon graduation, students will have: Mastery of genetic concepts, including the molecular basis of inheritance, quantitative genetics , and principles of risk assessment Knowledge of the etiology and natural history of many genetic disorders Ability to conduct a genetic counseling session by assessing the patient\'s needs and concerns, perform a genetic risk assessment, communicate appropriate genetic and medical information, provide supportive counseling and assist the family in obtaining necessary services and support Experience conducting a research project, from study design to oral defense Awareness of local, state, and national resources designed to assist patients and professionals and knowledge of ethical and legal issues as related to genetic counseling Psychosocial and ethnocultural sensitivity to families or individuals with genetic disorders Familiarity with genetic literature, including the ability to perform library research, critically evaluate scientific publications, and assist in clinical research View more details on Northwestern University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Genetics courses.

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Northwestern University details

Northwestern University address is 633 Clark St, Evanston, Illinois 60208. You can contact this school by calling (847) 491-3741 or visit the college website at www.northwestern.edu .
This is a 4-year, Private not-for-profit, Research Universities (very high research activity) according to Carnegie Classification. Religion Affiliation is Not applicable and student-to-faculty ratio is 7 to 1. The enrolled student percent that are registered with the office of disability services is 3% or less .
Awards offered by Northwestern University are as follow: One but less than two years certificate Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree Post-master's certificate Doctor's degree - research/scholarship Doctor's degree - professional practice.
With a student population of 20,959 (9,466 undergraduate) and set in a City: Small, Northwestern University services are: Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers . Campus housing: Yes.
Tuition for Northwestern University is . Type of credit accepted by this institution Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits . Most part of the informations about this college comes from sources like National Center for Education Statistics

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