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==North America==
==North America==
The American Board of Genetic Counseling ([http://www.abgc.net/English/view.asp?x=1)]sets training requirements and certifies genetc counselors in the United States and Canada.
The American Board of Genetic Counseling [http://www.abgc.net/English/view.asp?x=1)]sets training requirements and certifies genetc counselors in the United States and Canada.


==Britain==
==Britain==

Revision as of 15:40, 4 June 2007

Genetic counselors are health science professionals who educate clients about their chances of producing children with chromosomal, or genetic abnormalities, or other forms of inherited disease. The certification and training of genetic counselors varies according to country in the world.

North America

The American Board of Genetic Counseling [1]sets training requirements and certifies genetc counselors in the United States and Canada.

Britain

Japan