Master of Science Degree in Genetic Counseling
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Overview
The University of Texas-Houston offers a challenging and unique program in genetic counseling which is administered through the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in association with the Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at the UT Medical School at Houston. The selection process involves submission of an application and an interview at the UT-Houston Medical School. Between 20 and 25 people are selected for an interview from a pool of approximately 80 applicants. Interviews are held in early Spring and final notification of admission to the program is carried out in coordination with all of the genetic counseling programs in the United States.
Genetic counseling is an exciting career choice. Genetic counselors work with families to help them understand and cope with the complex medical options and decisions which they now face. In order to determine if genetic counseling is an appropriate career move for you, visit the National Society of Genetic Counselors’ website at www.nsgc.org or visit with a genetic counselor in your community. For more information on becoming a competitive applicant, please click here (http://gsbs.uth.tmc.edu/programs/genetic_counseling/admissions.htm).
Students. They come from all over the U.S. and have many different experiences. They have worked in labs and volunteered their time in varied experiences that contribute to their becoming successful genetic counselors. Read what recent alumni have to say about UT GCP.
Surroundings. The Texas Medical Center is the largest medical center in U.S. and provides unique training experiences. Training sites for the Genetic Counseling Program include The University of Texas Medical School, The University of Texas Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Shriners Hospital for Children, and Baylor College of Medicine, numerous outreach clinics located in industry, private clinics and public health settings. TMC hosts numerous scholarly events and is the workplace of many renowned genetics professionals
Staff. All of the healthcare personnel working with the Program do so because they love genetics and teaching. We all put our hearts into the Program, and it shows!
Supervision. Students begin seeing patients in January of their first year, working with the guidance of experienced supervisors (Medical Geneticists and Genetic Counselors) and senior Genetic Counseling students. Rotation experiences are varied, student autonomy is fostered, and successful clinical experiences are achieved.
Support. From the Program Directors to your fellow students, we have developed an extensive network of support, guidance and camaraderie for each student. This goal is achieved through mentoring and advising programs, social functions, and one-on-one meetings with Program Directors.
Scholastic. Courses are challenging, and the thesis research is akin to research performed by seasoned genetic counselors. Our goal is to provide a world-class education preparing you for success in your profession and on the national board examinations.
Scholarships. Three scholarships are available to all students on a competitive basis. Qualifying out-of-state students will receive in-state tuition that helps offset educational costs. In-state tuition and fees are approximately $2,500 per year.
Psychosocial. (Doesn't start with an s but sounds like it does.) Practicing genetic counselors and experienced professionals will lead you through didactic coursework, standardized patient exams, and practice-based seminars to hone your counseling skills. Our goal is to enable you to become competent, empathetic providers of short-term psychosocial counseling.- Application deadline for 2009 academic year: January 15 , 2009
- Interview dates for 2009: April 3, 2009, April 8, 2009, and April 17, 2009
- Acceptance: April 24, 2009
- Graduation for class of 2009: May 9, 2009
Contact Information
For more information about The University of Texas Genetic Counseling Program at Houston, please feel free to contact one of the Program Directors:
Claire N. Singletary, MS, CGC
Program Director
713-500-5760
Claire.N.Singletary@uth.tmc.edu
Sarah Jane Noblin, MS, CGC
Assistant Director
713-566-5938
Sarah.J.Noblin@uth.tmc.edu
