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Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provide information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions. Advise individuals and families to support informed decisionmaking and coping methods for those at risk. May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling.



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$95.7k

Annual median Salary

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Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).


100%

Master's degree

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Typical Job Titles

Certified Genetic Counselor

Genetic Counselor

Prenatal and Pediatric Genetic Counselor

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