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Maggie Kirk¹, Kathleen Calzone, Naoko Arimori

¹Upsilon Xiat large, Professor of Genetics Education, NHS National Genetics Education & Development Centre, University of Glamorgan, Wales. mkirk@glam.ac.uk

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Genetics-genomics competence is not fully integrated into nursing education globally. Greater engagement from nursing professionals in regulatory bodies is crucial for advancing genomic healthcare integration.

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Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Genetics and Genomics
Regulatory Standards

Background:

Genetics-genomics competencies are increasingly vital for safe and effective nursing practice.
Integrating these competencies into nursing curricula is essential for addressing genetic-genomic conditions and applying genomic technologies.
Professional regulation defines the standards for nursing competence in genetics-genomics.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the integration of genetics-genomics competencies into nursing curricula.
To examine the alignment between genetics-genomics education and regulatory standards globally.
To develop a framework for strategic planning in international genetics-genomics nursing education.

Main Methods:

A small-scale international survey was conducted across 10 countries.
The survey focused on the progress, achievements, and critical success factors of integrating genetics-genomics into nursing education.
Exemplars from three countries were used for in-depth analysis.

Main Results:

Ten key themes emerged, categorized into nursing in genetics, genetics in nursing, and recognition and support.
Genetics-genomics competence is not yet fully integrated into nursing education at an appropriate level in any surveyed country.
Current registration and licensure standards do not robustly reflect genetics-genomics competence.

Conclusions:

Strong leadership from the genetics community is vital for defining competence.
Engagement of senior nursing professionals in government and regulatory institutions is essential.
Nurses must be active participants in genomic healthcare innovations to ensure safe and effective practice.