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Welcome ...

to the UNCG Master of Science Program in Genetic Counseling!

This is a full-time two year (plus intervening summer) program to prepare students with the knowledge and proficiencies to practice as genetic counselors in a variety of settings including prenatal, pediatric, adult, and cancer genetics.

The UNCG Genetic Counseling Program is fully accredited by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) and was designed in accordance with guidelines provided by the ABGC. Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to the ABGC for Active Candidate Status and to sit for the ABGC Certification Examination. Our graduates have found exciting employment opportunities, from the first graduating class of 2002 to date!

We recently enjoyed a presentation by Brenda Finucane September 24, 2007.
DNA meets DSM: the interface between Genetics & Special Education counselor counseling

Is Genetic Counseling a Career for YOU ?

The application deadline for admission in Fall 2009 is December 1, 2008.
Click here to request information about UNCG Graduate Programs
Click here to apply online to the UNCG Graduate School, the preferred method.
If mailed, all application materials must be mailed directly to:
The Graduate School, UNCG, 241 Mossman Building, Greensboro, NC 27402

If you have additional questions about the Genetic Counseling program, please contact:
Ms. Nancy Callanan , M.S., C.G.C.,Director of the Genetic Counseling Program or
Ms. Sonja Eubanks , M.S., C.G.C., Associate Director of the Genetic Counseling Program

 

 

 

Page updated: 08-Jul-2008

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