As a Genetic Counselor,  you work with a variety of parents, families, children, teenagers and older adults to identify diseases or disorders that may be inherited.

As a Genetic Counselor you will have to:

• Frequently deal with high emotions that could spark sadness and stress
• Keep yourself constantly informed on the newest genetic testing innovations 

As a Genetic Counselor, you will get to:

• Combine science and healthcare without attending medical school 
• Be well paid
• Help patients predict and prevent the threat of debilitating disabilities

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology                                                                   
• Master's Degree in Genetics, Genetic Counseling, or a related field