Master of Science in Genetic Counseling
Career Information
What are the career options in genetic counseling?
Genetic counseling helps people understand and adapt to the medical, psychological, and familial implications of genetic contributions to disease. Genetic counselors can fill many unique and impactful roles across the ever-expanding healthcare field including:
- Clinical practitioners
- Clinical researchers
- Community educators
- Health education specialists
- Patient advocates
- Pharmaceutical science liaisons
- Genomic scientists
- Research coordinators
- Policy developers
- Public health specialists
- Insurance and reimbursement specialists
- Corporate executives
- Government liaisons
- Marketing and sales directors
- Biotechnology and business leaders
- And so much more . . .
What can you earn as a genetic counselor?
Graduates of our Master of Science in Genetic Counseling program are prepared to enter a specialized field at the forefront of personalized medicine. According to O*NET, genetic counselors in the United States earn an average annual wage of $99,000, while those practicing in the Los Angeles metro area can expect an average annual wage of $130,000. These figures reflect the growing demand for highly trained genetic counseling professionals across clinical, research, diagnostic, and patient advocacy settings nationwide.
Career and salary information provided is for informational purposes only and is based on data published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). BLS wage estimates are derived from employer survey data and statistical estimation methods and may vary by occupation and geographic area. Actual compensation and employment outcomes may differ based on factors including experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, specialty, employer, and economic conditions. SCU does not guarantee employment or salary outcomes.