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Genetic counseling programs benefit from sharing educational materials and standardized curricula, enhancing collaboration and efficiency. A pilot pharmacogenetics module using a flipped-classroom format was well-received, indicating suitability for emerging topics.

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  • Genetic Counseling Education
  • Curriculum Development
  • Pharmacogenetics Training

Background:

  • Rapid advancements in genetics necessitate adaptable genetic counseling (GC) training.
  • Shared or standardized educational resources can meet this need by integrating new discoveries.
  • The Pharmacogenetics (PGx) Working Group developed a standardized flipped-classroom module to share PGx expertise.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the broader utilization of shared and standardized educational resources in GC programs.
  • To understand GC faculty perspectives on using these resources.
  • To assess the effectiveness of the pilot PGx module.

Main Methods:

  • An online survey was distributed to 29 genetic counseling program faculty from at least 14 programs.
  • The survey assessed the use and perceived benefits of shared educational materials and standardized curricula.
  • Faculty also provided feedback on a pilot pharmacogenetics module.

Main Results:

  • The majority of faculty (21/29) reported sharing educational materials, with 90% finding it beneficial for collaboration, efficiency, and expert access.
  • Most faculty (16/29) expressed likelihood to use a standardized curriculum.
  • The pilot PGx module received positive reception, with all participants finding the flipped-classroom format beneficial.

Conclusions:

  • Shared educational materials and standardized modules offer a viable solution for improving efficiency and access to content experts in genetic counseling education.
  • Program faculty are receptive to adopting these innovative educational approaches.
  • Standardized modules are well-suited for teaching emerging and specialized topics in GC.