Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2021 Version 1.0

• 51. - Health professions and related programs
• 51.15 - Mental and social health services and allied professions

51.1509 - Genetic counselling/counsellor

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to counsel patients and families concerning inherited genetic disorders and diseases, children with birth defects; assess risk factors and planning options associated with potential and actual inherited conditions; and serve as patient advocates and provide referral services in relation to private and public support services. These programs include courses in clinical/medical genetics, methods of genetic testing, interviewing and counselling skills, genetic and support services delivery, principles of public health, medical ethics, laws and regulations, patient advocacy, and professional standards.

• Illustrative example(s)

  • genetic counselling
  • genetic counsellor

  All examples

• Exclusion(s)

  • gene therapy(51.0914)
  • genetics(26.0801)
  • molecular genetics(26.0802)