Duties and Responsibilities: Genetic counselors are health professionals who are trained to help families understand genetic disorders and to provide information and support to those families. They may also serve as patient advocates by referring individuals or families to local services that can be of assistance. Genetic Counselors are in charge of:
- evaluating family history and medical records
- ordering genetic tests
- evaluating the results of this investigation
- helping parents understand and reach decisions about what to do next
Salary: $25,000 - $55,000
Educational Requirements: Take courses in the undergraduate program such as psychology, biology, statistics, biochemistry, chemistry and genetics to qualify for admission to a genetic counseling program. A master's degree is needed. Many states require genetic counselors to be certified.
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