Genetic Counseling - Long Island University - C W Post Campus - Brookville NY

Genetic Counseling from Long Island University - C W Post Campus - Brookville NY is a Campus Master Genetics degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. As genetic testing becomes more available and patients gain unprecedented access to information about birth defects and the likelihood of diseases and medical conditions, the need for professionals who can help them understand and act on genetic test results is increasing rapidly. The 60-credit Master of Science program in Genetic Counseling at the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University is committed to developing a new generation of genetic counselors with the knowledge and skill to help patients make the best decisions. With a diverse, interdisciplinary academic and clinical faculty, the two-year program is geared toward students who desire a rigorous and comprehensive training in the field of clinical genetics . The program emphasizes the scientific, clinical and psychosocial aspects of genetic counseling. Skills learned through classroom-based didactics pave the way for students to enter their clinical rotations for ?real-world? training. Additionally, a number of supplementary activities ensure that students will be exposed to non-traditional careers in genetic counseling along with traditional, clinic-based careers. The M.S. in Genetic Counseling at C.W. Post is dedicated to training a diverse group of students to become leaders in the field of clinical genetics . We believe in embracing a supportive and collaborative atmosphere between our students and faculty. We encourage you to learn more about this program, and look forward to reading your application. Our program is the first of its kind on Long Island and only the third in New York State. It is one of just 31 genetic counseling master?s degree programs nationwide accredited by the American Board of Genetic Counseling. View more details on Long Island University - C W Post Campus . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Genetics courses.