Applying to Genetic Counseling Graduate Programs Information Event

The Iowa Institute of Human Genetics (IIHG) is hosting an information event on Personalized Genomic Medicine: Applying to Genetic Counseling Graduate Programs. At this information session a panel of genetic counselors will speak about their personal experience applying to genetic counseling training programs as well as their daily activities and role in personalized genomic medicine. This opportunity is a great way for students to discuss first hand the application process, job growth and ask questions in a small group setting. 

Please note we can only speak to our personal experience and cannot evaluate or advise which graduate program may be the best fit for you.

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Who should attend?

Undergraduate college students, academic advisors and graduate students wishing to learn more about applying to genetic counseling graduate programs.

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What is the event agenda?

This event is typically 3-hours long. Below is a general agenda for what to expect. Note the agenda may change slightly from year to year. 

1:00-1:30 What is Personalized Genomic Medicine?

1:30-2:30 Panel Discussion

2:40-4:00 Breakout Sessions-An opportunity for participants to speak with individual panelists about their training and career in more detail.

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When is this event hosted?

This event is hosted once a year, typically toward the end of July/beginning of August. The event for 2024 was hosted on Friday, August 9. The date for the 2025 event is to be determined. 

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Disclaimer

The University of Iowa is not affiliated with specific genetic counseling graduate programs. Counselors will speak to their personal experience, they will not offer program-specific advice or feedback.

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What do I do if I want to shadow a genetic counselor?

Anyone interested in the field of genetic counseling is encouraged to attend at least one of our education events (they are free of charge), Careers in Human Genetics Information Day, Applying to Graduate Programs in Genetic Counseling, or the Topics in Genetic Counseling Webinar Series. To learn more about the field on your own, we encourage you to go to www.nsgc.org.