Genetic Counselor

Duties and responsibilities:

A genetic counselor is a person who helps people with decision on genetic information.  Genetic counselors also work with other health care professionals including doctors, genetics, nurses and also social workers. They help individuals make decisions on health choices. They often: Gather a family history including pa 

Dst health problems, surgeries and family illnesses

·       Explain how genetic disorders are passed down

·       Discuss risk factors and the likelihood that a particular condition will reoccur within a family

·       Recommend diagnostic tests, Explain the results of genetic tests

      Salary: $65,000-$77,900

Educational requirements:

Students must take the most challenging high school courses and a master’s degree.

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