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Genetic Counselling

University of Technology Sydney
Sydney , Australia
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Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
2 hours
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Biomedical Sciences | Genetic Counseling
Area of study
Health
Education type
Fully Online
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Genetic Counselling Course

The Genetic Counselling course is a free, self-paced online course that explores the role of genetic counsellors and the evolving profession.


About the Course

Governments are investing in research that is driving the implementation of genomic technology into routine healthcare, meaning that access to information about our genetic makeup will be increasingly available. Genetic counsellors are allied health professionals who work at the interface between genetic and genomic science, with the individuals and families living with inherited conditions and their healthcare practitioners.


Course Outline

  • Introduction to genetic counselling
  • The future of genetic counselling

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this free course, you should be able to:


  • Describe the present state of genetic counselling and the roles of genetic counsellors
  • Explain how the history of genetics and genetic counselling has influenced the profession today
  • Reflect on the way that genomic technology is opening up new opportunities for genetic counsellors

Course Suite

This course is part of the Genetic Counselling course suite, which includes:


  • Genetic Counselling free course
  • Breast Cancer Genetic Testing free short course
  • Introduction to Genetic Counselling microcredential
  • Cancer Genetic Counselling microcredential
  • Practical Skills in Genetic Counselling microcredential Each course is stand-alone and does not require completion of other courses. Courses can be studied in any order.

Target Audience

If you are curious about genetics and genomics and some of the people who work at the interface between science and families, then this free course is for you.


Meet the Experts

The course is taught by academic genetic counsellors, including:


  • Dr Alison McEwen, Professor, Graduate School of Health
  • Dr Chris Jacobs, Adjunct Fellow, Graduate School of Health
  • Rosie O'Shea, Associate Lecturer, Graduate School of Health

Course Details

  • Start date: Anytime
  • Mode: Online
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Self-paced: 100%
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