Michigan Genetic Counseling Programs
MSU Equivalents for Michigan
Genetic Counseling Program's Prerequisites
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Prerequisites |
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Science Courses |
Science courses up through and including biochemistry (BMB 401), a laboratory component is not required. Suggested sequence: CEM 141, CEM 142, CEM 251, CEM 252, and BMB 401 |
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Genetics |
At least one upper level human genetics course (300 or 400 level): IBIO 341 or MMG 404 |
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Statistics |
STT 200, STT 201, or STT 231 |
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Degree Awarded: |
Master of Science |
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GRE Requirement: |
Required (no more than 5 years old) |
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Advocacy Experience: |
Advocacy experience may be accomplished through a volunteer or paid position with a community-based agency. |
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Prerequisites |
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Biology |
2 Semesters: BS 161 and BS 162 AP credits accepted |
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Chemistry |
2 Semesters: CEM 141 and CEM 142 AP credits accepted |
| Organic Chemistry | 1 Semesters: CEM 251 (also take CEM 252 in order to take BMB 401) |
| Biochemistry | 1 Semester: BMB 401 (prerequisite: CEM 251 and 252) |
| General Genetics | 1 Semester: IBIO 341 or MMG 404 |
| Statistics | 1 Semester: STT 200 or STT 201 or STT 231 |
| Psychology |
1 Semester: PSY 101 AP credit accepted |
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Master of Science |
| Advocacy Experience: |
Advocacy experience in a volunteer or paid position working in social service agencies or with crisis counseling organization or related experience. |
| Bachelor's Degree Requirement: |
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required. A major in biological, chemical, physical, or computer science, or engineering or mathematics is preferred for this program.GRE NOT REQUIRED. |
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Students must consult with their pre-health advisor AND the appropriate genetic counseling program on a regular basis for revisions to prerequisites and to ensure completion of all application requirements.
Contact individual schools if you have Advanced Placement (AP) credit for prerequisite requirements.
Each professional school has their own policy on whether they accept credit from AP and community colleges. Students must contact the individual school themselves to determine the requirements for course planning.