Overview

The practice of genetic counseling has changed rapidly with evolving technology, and students must learn not only how to practice as genetic counselors now, but how to anticipate future changes and remain at the forefront of innovations. Wake Forest is poised to train pioneering genetic counselors by leveraging the expertise of faculty with diverse backgrounds in molecular genetics research, clinical research, and clinical care.

Objectives

In order to produce genetic counselors who advocate for their patients and the genetic counseling field, the Genetic Counseling program of the Wake Forest University strives to prepare the graduates to be better able to:

Provide oversight regarding the ordering of genetic tests in the medical community, assisting with interpretation, and educating patients regarding results and their ramifications

Advise in the development of new genetic tests and the reporting of the results to patients and consumers

Appreciate the gray-area between what “can” be done in the field of genetics, and what “should” be done

We aim to create future leaders who are thoughtful and engaged in ethical issues and can help guide and direct the genetic advances of the future.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Helping Skills in Human Services

Human Genetics for the Genetic Counselor

Prenatal Genetics

Embryology and Abnormal Fetal Development

Medical Genetics

Psychosocial Impact of Genetic Disease

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

58 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Winston-Salem, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 4-year baccalaureate degree

A semester (or equivalent) of the following coursework: Introductory biology, an upper-level biology elective, Biochemistry, Genetics, Statistics, Psychology

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3 Letters of recommendation

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Tuition Fees

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53950 USD / year

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53950 USD / year

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53950 USD / year

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Living costs

Winston-Salem

United States

864 - 1409 USD / month

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