Genetic counselor

Duties and responsibilities:

Genetic counselors work with patients and families who have genetic or inherited, disorders and birth defects.

• Educate patients and families about their condition.
• They inform them how they can manage their problems.
• Conduct research about genetic disorders.
• Genetic counselors educate medical professionals.

Average Salary: $25,000- $55,000

Educational requirements:

Students should take challenging high school curriculum that emphasizes science and mathematics. Students should also have a master’s degree and pass biology, chemistry, and behavioral science. Genetic counselors should be certified.

I would want to a genetic counselor because I would like to help patients and families. I think it’s a great job and its salary is great too.