Master of Science in Genetic Counselling

University of Manitoba

The Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics offers a two-year Genetic Counselling (MSc) program in collaboration with the Shared Health Program of Genetics and MetabolismThe practice of genetic counselling combines the expertise of genetic disease mechanisms with a sensitive appreciation of the psychological burdens and complex social and ethical issues associated with genetic disorders. Genetic counsellors are highly specialized healthcare professionals whose academic training includes a Masters in Science in Genetic Counselling. Genetic counsellors work in all domains of genetics including Cancer, Prenatal, Pediatric and Metabolic Genetics as well as in other roles in public health and laboratory. The GCP offers a Masters of Science Degree in Genetic Counselling. This program is a collaborative effort between the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) Program of Genetics and Metabolism and the University of Manitoba Biochemistry and Medical Genetics. Student training is provided by Medical Geneticists, Genetic Counsellors, Genetic Assistants and PhD ScientistsGeneticists with a variety of expertise. Program requirements include, for a total of 30 credit hours over 2 yearsA minimum of 23 credit hours of coursework at the 7000 level, Participation in the clinical academic half day (held weekly), Research Thesis.

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