Genetic Counseling / Counselor Vocational Programs

	In-State	Out-of-State
2024 Tuition & Fees	$11,373	$22,085

In the United States, 2 colleges are offering Genetic Counseling / Counselor certificates or associate's degree programs. The 2024 average tuition & fees of the Genetic Counseling / Counselor vocational program is $11,373 for state residents and $22,085 for out-of-state students.

You may want to check regular undergraduate and graduate Genetic Counseling / Counselor programs.

What is Genetic Counseling / Counselor Career?

A program that prepares individuals to counsel patients and families concerning inherited genetic disorders and diseases; assess risk factors and planning options associated with potential and actual inherited conditions; and serve as patient advocates and provide referral services in relation to private and public support services. Includes instruction in clinical/medical genetics, methods of genetic testing, interviewing and counseling skills, genetic and support services delivery, principles of public health, medical ethics, law and regulations, patient advocacy, and professional standards

Average Wage by Jobs after Genetic Counseling / Counselor Program

Next jobs are possible career after earning Genetic Counseling / Counselor certificate/degree. The average wage is based on the latest employment and wage data (May 2022) from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

The average annual wage of Genetic Counselors career is $93,120.

Genetic Counseling / Counselor Careers and its Average Wage (as of May 2023)
Job Title	Hourly Wage	Annual Wage
Genetic Counselors	$44.77	$93,120

Genetic Counseling / Counselor Career Schools

2 matched schools

Lander University

Greenwood, SC | public, four-years

Tuition & Fees

$11,700 (in-state) $21,300 (out-of-state)

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Bloomsburg, PA | public, four-years

Tuition & Fees

$11,046 (in-state) $22,870 (out-of-state)