GENC 563 Health Equity & Diversity in Genetic Counseling
To practice at the top of their scope, genetic counselors must intentionally remain aware of and incorporate relevant social and cultural issues that affect our patient populations. While cultural competency is unrealistic, continued discussion surrounding current social and cultural issues leads to increased advocacy, allyship, and equitable healthcare. This course focuses on the genetic needs of underserved populations, recognizing biases and how they influence genetic counseling practice, and improving allyship by becoming an upstander for diverse populations. We will also examine how these concepts influence genetic counselor training and recruitment.
Offered
Every other January