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DHSc - Advanced Genetic Counseling Concentration

Designed for Genetic Counselors Ready to Lead

Bay Path University’s Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) - Advanced Genetic Counseling Concentration is designed for those seeking to advance their genetic counseling career into a higher education or leadership role. The program is 100% online and made up of 16 courses (12 core courses and 4 elective courses) for a total of 48 credits.

Completion of this concentration prepares genetic counselors for leadership or faculty roles in the rapidly advancing field of genomic medicine. Through focused coursework, students gain a deep understanding of emerging policies, evolving professional standards, and innovative genomic technologies that are transforming genetic counseling. Graduates are equipped to drive program development, support research and innovation, and serve as strategic leaders advancing excellence in genetic counseling and genomic healthcare delivery.

Core Curriculum of Doctorate of Health Sciences

  • HSC 701 – Leadership Theory in Healthcare
  • HSC 702 – The U.S. Healthcare System: Past, Present, and Future
  • HSC 703 – Applied Statistics for Health Sciences
  • HSC 705 – Applied Strategic Leadership in Healthcare
  • HSC 707 – Policy Leadership for Healthcare Transformation
  • HSC 710 – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare
  • HSC 713 – Quantitative Research Methods
  • HSC 715 – Qualitative Research Methods
  • HSC 717 – Health Behavior Theory, Research, and Practice
  • HSC 791 – Research Project I
  • HSC 793 – Research Project II
  • HSC 795 – Research Project III

Electives for DHSc - Advanced Genetic Counseling Concentration

Courses:

  • GEN703 - Advanced Policy & Practice in Genetic Counseling: Comprehensive Seminar
  • GEN705 - Advanced Topics in Genetic and Genomic Technologies

Design Your Own Focused Pathway

Select two electives that align with your career vision. Students often cluster courses within a single thematic area for concentrated expertise, though cross-category combinations are acceptable to support individualized professional development.