Divisions & Programs

Genetic Counseling

The Genetic Counseling undergraduate program offers a baccalaureate degree with a specially designed curriculum to develop knowledge, skills, and competency in genetic counseling. Students study health disorders, diseases, and theories for community application, and participate in local and regional genetics educational activities. The program offers extensive clinical experience in a variety of genetic counseling settings and networking with community resources, as well as opportunities to enter a graduate psychology program.

The Genetic Counseling major requires 38 credit hours of course work.

Course
Number		 Name Credits
GC 110 Introduction to Genetics (3cr)
BIO 201 Biology I and Lab (5cr)
CHM 201 Inorganic Chemistry I and Lab (5cr)
BIO 202 Biology II and Lab (5cr)
CHM 203 Organic Chemistry I and Lab (5cr)
PSY 212 Life Span Development (3cr)
GC 253 Human Genetics (3cr)
GC 312 Advanced Genetics/Practicum (3cr)
GC 340 Genetic Counseling (3cr)
GC 499 Capstone Course (3cr)