2018-2019 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Genetic Counseling, MS
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The Genetic Counseling Graduate Program at the University of Pittsburgh is committed to providing cutting edge training in the complex science of genetics while fostering a strong foundation in counseling. This unique program is constantly evolving to ensure the continued success of graduates entering a dynamic workforce. Each year between 10 and 12 students are welcomed into the incoming class to be trained by world-renowned faculty. The Genetic Counseling Program is grounded in three important elements: scientific training in human genetics and genomics, comprehensive clinical experience, and understanding the psychological and social aspects of counseling—with an added focus on integrating up to the minute discoveries in genetics and genomics as well as valuable concepts from other academic disciplines.
The Genetic Counseling Program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC). Our comprehensive program helps students to achieve and often surpass the practice based competencies outlined by the ACGC.
Please explore our website at Pitt Public Health under the Human Genetics designation to learn more about what sets our program and our graduates apart! We hope you will consider joining our challenging and exciting program.
VISION
Our graduates will be leaders at the center of health care in a future where every health decision will be influenced by genomic information.
MISSION STATEMENT
We deliver boundary-spanning education for future genetic counseling professionals in genomics, public health, business and policy, and through immersion in diverse health care and research settings.
CORE VALUES
The University of Pittsburgh Genetic Counseling Program’s core values are:
- Speak with Integrity and Compassion - We are committed to honesty, transparency and respect in every interaction.
- Commit Everyday - We take personal responsibility to achieve excellence in everything we do.
- Reach Out - We embrace collaboration and partnership to enhance professional possibilities
- Embrace the Unknown - We believe that curiosity leads to lifelong learning.
- Be Bold - We are inspired by innovation and change.
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