The Emory Genetic Counseling Training program offers a unique combination of cutting-edge coursework, extensive and varied clinical experiences, and a research-based Focus Internship. During the internship, students develop a research project in collaboration with a mentor and participate in a variety of activities in their mentor's specialty area. Focus internships are available across several clinical specialties as well as public health and education. Some projects have focused on specific conditions, including but not limited to Fragile X syndrome, galactosemia, differences of sex development, hearing loss, lysosomal storage disorders, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Huntington's disease, seizure disorders, and muscular dystrophies.
Our program is housed within the Department of Human Genetics, Emory University School of Medicine. The department includes a full-fledged basic genetic research program, a comprehensive medical genetics division, a genetics clinical trials center, and several educational programs.
Upcoming Prospective Student Events
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Emory Genetic Counseling Program Virtual Open House
Wednesday, September 27, 3:00 – 6:00 pm EST
Register here
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Hybrid Medical Genetics Symposium
Saturday, October 21, 8:30 – 4:30 pm EST
More information and registration
Hear Emory Genetic Counseling Training Program students talk about their experiences.
In 2022, Emory University was ranked 20th among over 800 U.S. institutions of higher education by the Wall Street Journal and 22nd in the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges guidebook.
Application Cycle Opens September 1, 2023
The Emory Genetic Counseling Training Program participates in the Genetic Counseling Admissions Match through National Matching Services (NMS).
The deadline for submitting an application for 2024 entry is December 1, 2023. Emory will not review the applications of individuals who have not registered for the NMS Match.
Mission
To provide an innovative and rigorous program of training in an inclusive and supportive environment that prepares genetic counselors to effectively, ethically, and compassionately serve the needs of their patients and communities.
Vision
The Genetic Counseling Training Program at Emory University will transform students through a variety of scholarly and experiential activities into self-reflective genetic counselors who are leaders in the field and champions for the responsible and equitable incorporation of advances in genomic medicine.
Health Prep at Emory
HealthPREP is an eight-week program facilitated by Emory University School of Medicine and Rollins School of Public Health. The overall purpose of HealthPREP is to facilitate the entry of qualified students from disadvantaged backgrounds into health-related graduate and professional schools.
