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Cancer Genetics: Managing the Risks Through Testing and Counseling

Location
NIH - Bethesda, MD
Term
4th Term
Department
Health, Behavior and Society
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
TBD
Class Time(s)
Tuesday, 1:00 - 2:50pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Contact Name
Lori Erby
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Description
Equips graduate students enrolled in the JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Program and medical genetics fellows with the genetic principles of common, complex disease using cancer as the example. Introduces key concepts throughout the course through case-based learning. Provides background for future clinical cancer genetics rotations.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Explain the principles of genetic components to common disease using cancer as the example
  2. Explain the contribution of major gene mutations to the development of cancer
  3. Describe the multi-faceted aspects of genetic testing for cancer susceptibility
  4. Use case examples to assess cancer risk
  5. Explain the psychological aspects of living at increased risk for cancer
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 50% Assignments
  • 50% Exam(s)
Instructor Consent
No consent required