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.
SOC: 29-9092.00
Common Job Titles
Certified Genetic CounselorGenetic CounselorPrenatal and Pediatric Genetic CounselorReproductive Genetic Counseling Coordinator
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Genetic Counselors (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
3,510
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $78,680 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $137,780 |
| Workers on average earn | $102,890 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Biology4.8/5
- Psychology4.6/5
- Medicine and Dentistry4.4/5
- Therapy and Counseling4.3/5
- English Language4.1/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Microsoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word
Technology Skills
BRCAPROBenetech PRABreast Cancer Risk Assessment ToolCancerGeneCyrillicSoftware CyrillicDatabase softwareFileMaker ProFtree
Tools & Equipment
Automated deoxyribonucleic acid DNA sequencersBenchtop ultracentrifugesCryostatsDifferential interference microscopesFluorescent microscopesGel documentation systemsHigh speed centrifugesMicroplate readers