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My name is Anai , I am a current high school student. I am conducting an interview with any Genetic Counselor for a FAH class project about careers. I have created a total of 13 questions. Thank you.

1. What profession did you choose?Why?

2. How many years of college did you need to go through?

3. What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job?

4. How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field?

5. Were you in a college program?

6. Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date?

7. Did you shadow another professional in the field?

8. Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession?

9. Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school
years?

10. What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career?

11. How did you feel through this process emotionally and physically?

12. Was youre family supportive of you?

13. Were there any sacrifices you had to make.

Thank you :)

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Thank you comment icon Hi Anai! These are all fantastic questions. It's great that you got a response from a real-life genetic counselor. One quick tip, next time I suggest you ask questions one at a time. This way you can get deeper insights from our Professionals. Keep asking! You can ask as many questions as you like on CareerVillage :) . yoonji KIM, Admin
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Marlise’s Answer

Hi Anai! I am a genetic counselor and I can try to answer your questions:

1. What profession did you choose? Why?
I chose genetic counseling as my profession due to a strong interest in human genetics as well as wanting to be involved in direct patient care and education.

2. How many years of college did you need to go through?
Four years of college and two years in a MS program.

3. What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job?
I worked as a clinic manager and a nanny before I went to graduate school. After grad school I have only worked as a genetic counselor in a few roles.

4. How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field?
A PhD is not required/recommended for genetic counselors.

5. Were you in a college program?
Yes, I have a Bachelors and a Masters.

6. Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date?
Genetic counseling requires a higher degree program, so it wasn't a pivot so much as a continuation.

7. Did you shadow another professional in the field?
Yes I did.

8. Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession?
No.

9. Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school
years?
Chemistry was not my jam.

10. What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career?
Active listening, explaining complex topics at a patient friendly level.

11. How did you feel through this process emotionally and physically?
Tired but it has been well worth it! Very rewarding.

12. Was youre family supportive of you?
yes

13. Were there any sacrifices you had to make.
Not really.
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Mrinalini’s Answer

Hey Anai! Wow, your questions are absolutely outstanding! The phenomenal effort and commitment you've shown in forming these questions are truly noteworthy, and we want you to know how much we appreciate it. You have surpassed expectations and managed to cover every perspective. Your unrelenting persistence and keen attention to detail are traits that will surely lead you towards tremendous success. Remember, success is just within your reach, waiting for you to seize it. Keep up this incredible drive, and there's no doubt that you'll accomplish amazing things. Wishing you all the very best, and always know that we're here to cheer you on and support you throughout your journey!
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