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2009 Program Schedule

September 23-26, 2009

Deadline for applications is September 1, 2009

• Introduction to Public Health Genetics/Genomics (new students only)
• Role of Public Health Genetics / Genomics in Emergency Preparedness and Mass disaster Recovery
• Genomics of Common Complex Diseases
• Direct to Consumer Marketing of Genetic Tests
• Federal Initiatives Determining Utilization of Genetics & Genomics in Practice
• Strategies for Integrating Genetics/Genomics into State Public Health Programs
• Evaluation of Genomic Tests for Common Diseases

2010 Program Schedule

March 11-13, 2010

• Introduction to Public Health Genomics (new students only)
• Community-Based Participatory Research: Decision-Making, Definition of Risk, and Cultural Issues
• Genetics and Research: Unique Issues and Conflicts
• Perspectives on Genetic Variation: Substance and Practice
• Careers in public health genomics

June 7-11, 2010

• Introduction to Public Health Genomics (new students only)
• Genetic Epidemiology: Theory and Practice
• Application of Genetic/Genomic Technologies
• Translation of Genomics into Public Health Practice
• Implications of Screening: Newborn Screening
• Genetic Identity and Advocacy
• Professional growth and development

September 30-October 1, 2010

• Introduction to Public Health Genetics/Genomics (new students only)
• Role of Public Health Genetics / Genomics in Emergency Preparedness and Mass disaster Recovery
• Genomics of Common Complex Diseases
• Direct to Consumer Marketing of Genetic Tests
• Federal Initiatives Determining Utilization of Genetics & Genomics in Practice
• Strategies for Integrating Genetics/Genomics into State Public Health Programs
• Evaluation of Genomic Tests for Common Diseases