Client-Centered Genetic Counseling

2.0 credits

The National Society of Genetic Counselors’ definition of genetic counseling includes "the process of helping people understand and adapt to the medical, psychological and familial implications of genetic contributions to disease.” A critical component of this is “counseling to promote informed choices and adaptation to the risk or condition.” This course provides students with the framework for psychosocial assessment and client-centered counseling. A range of counseling abilities and skills are reinforced through case-based and discussion-based learning