CIP 51.1509: Genetic Counseling/Counselor

A program that prepares individuals to counsel patients and families concerning inherited genetic disorders and diseases; 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. Includes instruction in clinical/medical genetics, methods of genetic testing, interviewing and counseling skills, genetic and support services delivery, principles of public health, medical ethics, law and regulations, patient advocacy, and professional standards.

Part of 51 Health Professions and Related Programs 51.15 Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

CIP 51.1509 links to 1 SOC 2018 occupation in the NCES and BLS crosswalk.

  • 1SOC 2018 occupations

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Questions about this crosswalk

Which occupations match CIP 51.1509?

CIP 51.1509 links to 1 SOC 2018 occupation in the NCES and BLS crosswalk. The match list on this page links each occupation.

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No. A CIP to SOC match describes occupations a graduate may enter. It does not report employment counts or a placement rate.

Official crosswalk: NCES and BLS, CIP 2020 to SOC 2018. NCES CIP 2020.