Health Sciences
BA Public Health Policy
University of California, Irvine, United States
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- UCI operates on a quarter system (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer quarters). First-year and transfer ap
Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine, United States
The MS trains entry-level genetic counselors and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling. It is based in the clinical Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine at UCI Medical Center and admits about six to eight students per year; students join clinics from their first quarter.
Faculty: School of Medicine | Department: Department of Pediatrics, Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine | Duration: 2 years full-time; minimum 87 quarter units plus thesis | Intake: Fall | Study mode: full-time | Location: Irvine, CA, United States
Core courses cover medical genetics and genomics, genetic screening and prenatal development, human genetic disorders, inborn errors of metabolism, molecular genetics, hereditary cancer counseling, counseling theory and methods, and research design, alongside clinical rotations and a master's thesis.
Graduates may apply for American Board of Genetic Counseling certification and, where available, state licensure.
Fall admission only; applications must be complete by December 18. Holistic review with virtual Zoom interviews from February to early April. Applicants provide a Genetic Counseling Admissions Match ID. Recommended preparation in biological and behavioural sciences (genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, psychology, statistics, human anatomy or embryology) and crisis counseling experience; references should address maturity and interpersonal skills. Minimum GPA and GRE not stated.
Graduate applications are submitted online through the UCI graduate application portal; the non-refundable application fee is $135 for U.S. citizens and lawful U.S. permanent residents and $155 for all other applicants. Deadlines are set by each programme. GRE is required by some programmes only; TOEFL or IELTS English proficiency is required of graduate applicants unless waived.
Apply through the official page: https://grad.uci.edu/admissions/
Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine, United States
Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine, United States
Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine, United States
Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine, United States
Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine, United States
Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine, United States
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