Application Components
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Application Form
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Resume or Curriculum Vitae
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It is helpful to include the number of hours devoted to the activities listed and if any special training was required (for example, training in crisis counseling).
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We encourage applicants to include a section about their exposure to genetic counseling. This section should include experiences that helped them learn more about the field including, but not limited to, informational interviews, shadowing, coursework, mentoring programs, webinars, conferences, program open houses, and other means of self-exploration such as books, podcasts, and films.
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Please include page numbers, your name, and NMS number on every page.
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Narrative Statement
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Please respond to the questions below in no more than four pages, double spaced, 11pt font or greater. You should include each question and write your response below it rather than writing one long narrative. Please include page numbers, your name, and NMS number on every page.
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What is most exciting to you about the prospect of being a genetic counselor?
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How have your background and experiences prepared you to do the work of a genetic counselor?
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What experiences have best prepared you to provide genetic counseling to individuals and families who are different from you?
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Why are you specifically interested in attending the Emory Genetic Counseling Training Program?
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What else do you want the Emory Genetic Counseling Training Program to know about you?
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$75.00 non-refundable application fee (payment via credit card only, link in the online application)
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This fee is waived for graduates from the Emory Health Prep Program. Please contact us for details.
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Transcripts (we prefer that these are sent electronically)
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Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but admitted candidates will be required to send an official transcript prior to matriculation.
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Candidates should send an updated transcript if grades from Fall courses are not available by the application deadline.
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Three recommendation letters
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At least one letter should be from someone familiar with your academic abilities and potential to be successful with graduate level coursework. Typically, this is a former professor or academic advisor. However, applicants who have been in the workforce for many years may feel that a work supervisor is a more appropriate choice.
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The other two letters should be from individuals you know from a work and/or volunteer setting who can tell us about your potential to be a genetic counselor. You should have interacted with your recommenders within the last five years.
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Confirmation that the applicant has registered for the Genetic Counseling Admissions Match through National Matching Services (NMS).
Match Process
The Emory Genetic Counseling Training Program participates in the Genetic Counseling Admissions Match through National Matching Services (NMS). The GC Admissions Match has been established to place applicants into positions in masters-level genetic counseling programs that are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC). The Match uses a process that considers both applicants' and programs' preferences.
All applicants must first register for the Match with NMS before applying to participating genetic counseling graduate programs.
How Does the Match Work?
At the conclusion of all program interviews, both applicants and programs will submit ranked lists of preferred placements to NMS according to deadlines posted on the NMS website. The binding results of the Match will be released to both applicants and programs simultaneously in late April.
Please visit the NMS website to register for the match, review detailed information about the matching process, and to view a demonstration of how the matching algorithm works.
Online Application Process
To begin your online application, you must first create an account (below) and provide a valid email address. Once you create your account, you will be sent an email with your Application ID and Password which will allow you to log in and continue the application process.
We recommend that you disable any pop-up blockers running on your computer when accessing the web application. Pop-up blockers may prevent you from creating a web account and/or from logging back in once your account has been created. Be sure to carefully read all the information in a pop-up box.
As you complete the application, you may notice the application "refreshing" as you enter information. This is normal as the data you enter is being verified based on the tables within our application system. By this design, we are able to process application data with greater speed and accuracy.
For your guidance, application instructions are noted at the top of each page within the application. Please read through them carefully before you begin each section. (NOTE: You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to view some documents and other associated links.)
Create an Account
If you do not receive the email with your Application ID and Password or have any other questions or concerns about the online process, please contact our Program Office or call 404-727-2931.
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Create Account (this only needs to be done once)
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Log In (only available after successful account creation)
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Forgot your Username or Password (only available after successful account creation)