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Professional Certificate Programme in Genetic Counselling

About the course:

The course incorporates the science and art of genetic counselling in clinical practice. It lays special emphasis on developing counselling skills for common genetic disorders. Sufficient knowledge of Medical Genetics as well as pre and post-test counselling for various genetic tests encompassing contemporary genomic techniques and bioinformatics assays, will also be

Duration

• 6 months

Type

• Online teaching by Medical Geneticists, Clinicians and Genetic Counsellors with Practical training at globally recognised Genetic Centres

Eligibility

• MSc. or MTech. in Human Genetics / Biochemistry / Biotechnology /Life Sciences / Microbiology / Molecular Biology or equivalent training with 50% or more marks in the final PG examination will be eligible to apply.

Selection process:

• Online Entrance Exam will be conducted involving Multiple choice questions (MCQs) and candidates scoring 50% or more marks will qualify to enrol. 

Syllabus

• Introduction to the course and history of Genetic Counselling and Medical Genetics
• The Genetic Counselling Process
• Genetic Counselling in Chromosomal Disorders
• Single gene disorders and Modes of Inheritance
• Pedigree drawing and Calculating Risk of Recurrence
• Counselling Skills & Case Preparation / Documentation
• Ethical - Legal - Social Issues in Genetic counselling
• Developmental Biology
• Reproductive Genetics -1 & 2
• Pediatric Genetic Disorders
• Role of Online Databases in Genetic Diagnosis & Patient Advocacy Groups
• Genetic Counselling in Oncology
• Genetic counselling in Systemic Genetic Disorders -1 & 2
• Student Support and Professional Development
• Lab-Based Lectures- Understanding Genetic Testing- Part 1 & Part 2
• Clinical internship

Why join this course?

• Work with clinicians, hospitals or diagnostics labs
• Impact lives of patients and help them make informed decisions regarding their diagnosis
• Learn from the industry leaders & be profession ready for a rewarding career
• Be a part of the genetic healthcare revolution