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Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling
Course List

Required/Core Courses:
Course Credits

MBG 7010
Introductory Molecular Biology
Basic aspects of molecular genetics.

4
MBG 7640
Principles of Genetic Counseling
History and evolution of profession; genetic counseling skills; social, ethical, legal and cultural issues.
3
MBG 7740
Theory and Practice of Genetic Counseling
Examination of how the major theories of human behavior apply to effective genetic counseling techniques and the relevant application of these theories to practice.
3
MBG 7600
Advanced Human Genetics
Concepts, problems and methods of human genetics.
4
MBG 7860
Evaluating the Health Care Literature
Provides students with a framework to analyze the health research literature.
1
MBG 7741
Advanced Genetic Counseling Theory and Practice
Further examination of how the major theories of human behavior apply to effective genetic counseling techniques and the relevant application of these theories to practice.
3
MBG 7800
Advanced Medical Genetics
A comprehensive review of all aspects of the field of medical genetics. The delivery of clinical genetic services as a team approach centered around the family will be emphasized.
3
MBG 7880
Genetic Counseling Seminar
A lecture/discussion format seminar focusing on issues relevant to medical genetics and the genetic counseling process. Presentations by students and invited speakers.
2
MBG 7999
Research Project
Student conducts research project and prepares written presentation.
2
MBG 8998
Genetic Counseling Internship
Students work under the supervision of a genetic counselor/geneticist in a variety of genetic and subspecialty clinics as well as in different laboratory settings.
6

Courses taken with Medical Students - Not for Credit

Year 1 Medical Embryology
Year 1 Medical Genetics

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Genetic Counseling Graduate Program
Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics
Wayne State University School of Medicine
3216 Scott Hall
540 E. Canfield Avenue
Detroit, MI 48201
Administrative Office:
(313) 577-6298
Fax: (313) 577-9137
Email: wlake@med.wayne.edu
Webmaster: webmaster@genetics.wayne.edu