This online event is aimed at all clinical staff and students who have an interest in Genetic Counselling or becoming a Genetic Counsellor. For more information about this event, please email lisa.dowell@lwh.nhs.uk
Aims
- To understand the role of a genetic counsellor
- To look at the changes in mainstreaming genomics
- To look at the various educational routes into genetic counselling
Outcomes
After the study day attendees will be able to understand the basics mainstreaming of genomics by looking at current and emerging knowledge and practice; draw a family pedigree; understand their educational options/routes into genetic counselling and to have a clear understanding of the role of a genetic counsellor.
Agenda
| Time | Activity |
| 13:00 | Registration |
| 13:15 | Introduction and welcome |
| 13:20 | Introduction to genomics |
| 13:35 | A day in the life… |
| 13:55 | Pedigree drawing – patient stories |
| 14:25 | Short break |
| 14:40 | Scenarios/discussion – ethical case studies |
| 15:25 | The MSc route |
| 15:40 | The Scientist Training Programme (STP) route |
| 15:55 | The nursing route |
| 16:10 | Q&A with panel (optional extra session) |
| 16:40 | Close |
The day is not accredited with CPD however you will receive an attendance certificate.