What is a pediatric genetic counselor and how to become one

Key steps to become a pediatric genetic counselor

1. Explore pediatric genetic counselor education requirements

   Most common pediatric genetic counselor degrees

   Bachelor's

   68.0 %

   Master's

   32.0 %

2. Start to develop specific pediatric genetic counselor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Family History	37.89%
   Genetic Disorders	28.56%
   Informed Consent	17.10%
   Pediatric Genetic	16.45%

3. Complete relevant pediatric genetic counselor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New pediatric genetic counselors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a pediatric genetic counselor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real pediatric genetic counselor resumes.

4. Research pediatric genetic counselor duties and responsibilities

   • Lead an in-service for the rehabilitation department regarding the use of clinical Kinesiotaping relative to a variety of pediatric diagnoses.
   • Study the molecular link between carcinoma, melanoma, and inflammation using different nonclinical model systems.

5. Apply for pediatric genetic counselor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a pediatric genetic counselor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams