How is this program delivered ?
The Health Care Genetics Program is a hybrid graduate program with many online graduate classes and graduate training modules available each semester. In-person class times vary with department and by semester, some may be offered on a weekend.
Where is this program delivered?
Most in-person classes are offered on the Storrs campus, but there is a selection of eligible classes offered on the Farmington, Stamford and Hartford campuses.
When and how long is the program?
The program is open for fall, spring or summer admission to recent graduates or others looking to return to learning. Registration to complete the 33-credit degree can be full-time or part-time. We recommend, in most instances, 4-full terms (summer is considered a term-option). You may also choose to enroll in only one class per semester or up to 20-credits as your finances and work or family schedule allow.
Wishing to advance in your career or open up new options?
A Professional Science Master's in Health Care Genetics includes a Career Skill development course, options for classes and training in leadership, communication, writing, teaching and mentoring, lab regulations and more.
Did you start in lab when karyotyping required scissors and tape or sequencing required radioactivity?
The Institute for Systems Genomics and the Health Care Genetics Program offer in-person workshops and online training for genome data analysis, high-throughput sequencing technologies, chromosome microarrays and other newer technologies.
Were you hired with a BS without specific training in clinical genetic testing or have you found yourself not receiving call-backs for job postings?
Specialized training in cytogenetic and DNA diagnostic technologies, laboratory regulations, and genome data analysis together with career skills development will benefit your job performance and help you polish a professional resume.
Are you thinking about medical school? Maybe a PhD or a graduate program in genetic counseling?
A Health Care Genetics MS degree is a science master's degree that is tailored within the discipline of health care genetics to your specific academic and career needs. Our graduates have successfully matriculated to all program types.
Lingering questions or need more evidence?
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