The genetic counseling master’s degree consists of 61 total credits, typically completed in five semesters over 21 months.
Curricular Component | Credits |
|---|---|
Coursework | |
Life Sciences & Genetics Core | 13 |
Genetic Counseling Core | 10 |
Cross-Disciplinary Discussion-Based Courses | 12 |
Fieldwork | 14 |
Thesis Project | 12 |
Students will attend weekly meetings of the Division of Genetics. In the second year, they will prepare two case presentations to hone their teaching skills. Students are also expected to attend Craniofacial Conference and Ob-Gyn City Wide Grand Rounds when content is relevant to genetic counseling. Attending additional grand rounds, conferences, and tumor boards, as suggested by clinical supervisors, is recommended but not required.
In addition to the evaluation methods described in the syllabi for coursework, fieldwork and thesis research, students will complete two additional standardized patient cases and an oral exam during their training. Student development of proficiency in the practice-based competencies for genetic counselors will be assessed by program leadership at various times throughout the program.
All students will be assigned a mentor from the program leadership team who will provide support as they move through the program and track academic progress. Students will also form a committee from members of the faculty, who will help guide the thesis project, in addition to the mentor. The committee will evaluate the oral-defense-of-thesis in Y2 Spring.
To remain in good academic standing, graduate students must achieve a term grade point average (GPA) of a 3.0 (B) or better, with no U or F grades earned. Students who do not meet the minimum academic requirements will be placed on academic probation.
For more information, please view the Graduate School Policy Library, which contains details relating to grading, student records, degree requirements and academic integrity.