• To define abnormal assessment findings that may be indicative of an underlying genetic disorder
• Explain the signs and symptoms of common genetic disorders that result in intellectual developmental disabilities
• Explain the underlying pathophysiology of genetic disorder

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about ethical, social, and pharmacological genomics.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Define cloning and the different types of processes
• Outline the arguments pro or against cloning
• Define eugenics and its possible consequences on the human race
• Describe how different genetic diseases may influence drug therapies
• Illustrate how; and mental health can be at risk when there is a family history of mental illness

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genetic concepts.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• To describe the development of the study of genetics
• Define key terms in developmental genetics
• Illustrate the different types of genetic testing available

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genetic disorders and modes of inheritance.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe the classification of genetic disease
• Define common terms used in genetics
• Describe the different processes involved in cell growth and the areas of possible errors in replication
• Illustrate different types of inheritance
• Give examples of different types of autosomal dominant and recessive genetic disorders

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genetic testing, prevention, and treatment.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• To describe the development of the study of genetics
• Define key terms in developmental genetics
• Illustrate the different types of genetic testing available

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genetics in adult health.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Describe common types of genetic disorders that affect the adult population
• Illustrate common genetic diseases and their symptoms
• Illustrate ways the environment can help express different phenotypes of the same genetic disorder
• Describe certain genetic mutations that can lead to malignancy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genetics in obstetrical nursing.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Define how knowledge about genetics will improve the care provided by obstetrical nurse illustrate prenatal testing used to screen for genetic disorders
• Explain blood type incompatibility
• Define what a teratogen is and how they affect fetal growth
• Describe genetic testing procedures and the risks to the pregnancy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genetics in pediatric nursing.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Define nomenclature associated with birth defects
• Illustrate different causes for genetic disease in children
• Describe common signs and symptoms of genetic disorders affecting children

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  genomics in community health. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Illustrate proper standards for designing a genetic screening program
• Describe public health and its influence on genetic screening
• Describe different newborn congenital diseases and their symptoms
• Describe the various type of genetic screenings

• Illustrate the importance of genetics in healthcare
• Define terms related to the study of genetics
• Illustrate DNA replication
• Explain the process of protein synthesis and it’s importance in genetics
• Describe tools and processes for development of genetic screening tests and disease treatments