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Implications of human genome research: Impact on graduate education in genetic counseling
Vockley, Catherine Walsh, Conover, Elizabeth, Biesecker, Barbara B.
Journal of Genetic Counseling | January 13, 2005 | Volume: 2 | Issue: 3 | Pages: 213-229
AbstractA conference of genetic counseling and clinical nurse specialist graduate program directors was hosted by the National Society of Genetic Counselors and funded by the Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications Program of the National Center for Human Genome Research in June 1992. One aspect of the conference addressed implications of the Human Genome Initiative for graduate education in genetic counseling. Within this paper, the topics of human variation and diversity, genetic discrimination, issues in non‐directiveness, and genetic screening and policy development are reviewed and recommendations made for graduate curricula development and enhancement. In addition, suggestions are included for practicing genetic counselors.