Genetic Counselors
Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provide information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions. Advise individuals and families to support informed decisionmaking and coping methods for those at risk. May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Genetic Counselors to increase by 10.4% between 2024 and 2034, from 4,200 to 4,600 jobs. Its estimate of 300 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($100,040), education (Master's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
4,200
Projected employment (2034)
4,600
Projected change (2024–2034)
10%
Annual openings (projected average)
300
Pay & Preparation
$100,040
Master's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Active Listening (4.12/5) • Reading Comprehension (4.12/5) • Active Learning (4/5) • Speaking (4/5) • Critical Thinking (4/5) • Writing (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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