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DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY & MEDICAL GENETICS

STUDENT HANDBOOK

FOR 2019-2020

Contact Information: Department of Biochemistry & Medical Genetics Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Graduate Studies 336-745 Bannatyne Avenue, BMSB336 Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada R3E 0J9 Phone: 204-789-3399 Fax: 204-789-3900 Emails: bmgadmin@umanitoba.ca

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2

WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................................ 5

MISSION STATEMENT: ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5 GOALS: .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5

DISCLAIMER ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

FACILITIES AND RESOURCES .............................................................................................................................................................. 7

OFFICE STAFF: ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 7 SPACE: ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 INTERNET: ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 7 COURSE MATERIALS: ............................................................................................................................................................................. 7 LIBRARY: ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7 LIST OF ACRONYMS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

IMPORTANT DATES 2018-2019 .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

BMG GRADUATE PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE .................................................................................................................................... 10

MASTERS OF SCIENCE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 11 SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 11 MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR JULY & SEPTEMBER STARTS ............................................................................ 12 MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR JANUARY STARTS............................................................................................. 13

MASTERS OF SCIENCE IN GENETIC COUNSELLING (GCP) ..................................................................................................................... 14 SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK AND CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS YEAR 1 .......................................................................................... 14 SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK AND CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS YEAR 2 .......................................................................................... 15 MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR MSc GCP THESIS .............................................................................................. 16 SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 17

PHD: ADMITTED WITH MSC DEGREE .................................................................................................................................................... 18 SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 18 MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR JULY AND SEPTEMBER STARTS ........................................................................ 19 MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR JANUARY START .............................................................................................. 20

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR IMPORTANT MILESTONES ........................................................................................................... 21

ADVISORY COMMITTEE ....................................................................................................................................................................... 22 COMPOSITION: ............................................................................................................................................................................... 22 ROLE: .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22

FALL BMG REVIEW ............................................................................................................................................................................... 23 SCHEDULING, ATTENDEES & EXEMPTIONS: ................................................................................................................................... 23 FORMS/PAPERWORK:..................................................................................................................................................................... 23 CONTENT AND FORMAT: ................................................................................................................................................................ 23 EVALUATION: .................................................................................................................................................................................. 23

ANNUAL FGS REVIEW .......................................................................................................................................................................... 24 PURPOSE:........................................................................................................................................................................................ 24 SCHEDULING, ATTENDEES & EXEMPTIONS: ................................................................................................................................... 24 FORMS/PAPERWORK:..................................................................................................................................................................... 24 CONTENT AND FORMAT: ................................................................................................................................................................ 24 EVALUATION: .................................................................................................................................................................................. 24

MASTERS THESIS PROPOSAL ............................................................................................................................................................... 26 PURPOSE:........................................................................................................................................................................................ 26 FORMS/PAPERWORK:..................................................................................................................................................................... 26 CONTENT AND FORMAT: ................................................................................................................................................................ 26 EVALUATION: .................................................................................................................................................................................. 26

MASTERS THESIS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 27 MSc THESIS EXAMINING COMMITTEE: ........................................................................................................................................... 27

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FORMS/PAPERWORK:..................................................................................................................................................................... 27 DISTRIBUTION OF THE MSc THESIS ................................................................................................................................................ 27 MSc THESIS ORAL EXAMINATION: .................................................................................................................................................. 27

MSC TO PHD TRANSITION EXAMINATION ............................................................................................................................................ 29 MSc TO PhD TRANSITION ORAL EXAMINATION: ............................................................................................................................ 29

DOCTORAL THESIS PROPOSAL ............................................................................................................................................................. 30 PURPOSE:........................................................................................................................................................................................ 30

DOCTORAL THESIS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 30 EXAMINING COMMITTEE: .............................................................................................................................................................. 30 DISTRIBUTION OF THESIS PAPER: ................................................................................................................................................... 30 ORAL EXAMINATION: ..................................................................................................................................................................... 30 COPIES OF THE FINAL PhD THESIS: ................................................................................................................................................. 30

PHD CANDIDACY EXAMINATION .......................................................................................................................................................... 31 PURPOSE:........................................................................................................................................................................................ 31 SCHEDULING: .................................................................................................................................................................................. 31 COMPOSITION OF THE CANDIDACY EXAMINATION COMMITTEE: ................................................................................................. 31 CONTENT AND FORMAT: ................................................................................................................................................................ 31 EVALUATION AND EXAMINATION: ................................................................................................................................................. 31

CONFLICT RESOLUTION ....................................................................................................................................................................... 32 REMEDIATION AND DISCIPLINE POLICIES ............................................................................................................................................ 33

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR GENETIC COUNSELLING TRAINEES ............................................................................................... 34

OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 35 GCP LEADERSHIP AND FACULTY MEMBERS ......................................................................................................................................... 36 MSC GCP CLINICAL ROTATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 38

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CLINICAL ROTATIONS: ............................................................................................................................. 38 ATTENDANCE: ................................................................................................................................................................................. 38 DRESS CODE: ................................................................................................................................................................................... 38 CLINICAL ROTATION CONTRACT: .................................................................................................................................................... 38 COUNSELLING AIDS: ....................................................................................................................................................................... 38 CASE LOGS – CLINICAL AND NON-CLINICAL EXPERIENCES: ............................................................................................................ 39

ACGC FUNDAMENTAL COUNSELLING ROLES ....................................................................................................................................... 41 SUMMER EXTERNAL ROTATION: .................................................................................................................................................... 42 ANCILLARY CLINICS: ........................................................................................................................................................................ 42 EVALUATION: .................................................................................................................................................................................. 42 EXAMINATION: ............................................................................................................................................................................... 42

GCP ANCILLARY REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................................................................... 43 GCP ACADEMIC ADVISING ................................................................................................................................................................... 44

STUDENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE: ................................................................................................................................................. 44 PROGRAM DIRECTOR: .................................................................................................................................................................... 44 INFORMAL MEETINGS: ................................................................................................................................................................... 44 FORMAL MEETINGS: ....................................................................................................................................................................... 44

GCP GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................................................... 44

BMG COURSES ................................................................................................................................................................................. 45

BGEN 7000 - RESEARCH SEMINAR MSC ..................................................................................................................................................... 45 BGEN 7020 – PROTEINS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 45 BGEN 7030 – ENZYMOLOGY .................................................................................................................................................................... 45 BGEN 7040 - SEMINARS IN HUMAN GENETICS ............................................................................................................................................. 45 BGEN 7070 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN HUMAN GENETICS ...................................................................................................................................... 45 BGEN 7090 - PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF HUMAN GENETICS ....................................................................................................................... 45 BGEN 7120 - LABORATORY METHODS IN HUMAN AND MEDICAL GENETICS ...................................................................................................... 45 BGEN 7130 - GENETIC EPIDEMIOLOGY OF HUMAN POPULATIONS ................................................................................................................... 45 BGEN 7142 - CLINICAL GENETICS 1 ........................................................................................................................................................... 46 BGEN 7144 - CLINICAL GENETICS 2 ........................................................................................................................................................... 46 BGEN 7160 - THEORY AND PRACTICE OF GENETIC COUNSELLING ..................................................................................................................... 46 BGEN 7180 - CLINICAL AND MOLECULAR CYTOGENETICS ............................................................................................................................... 46 BGEN 7200 - TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY 1 ................................................................................................................................................... 46

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BGEN 7210 - TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY 2 ................................................................................................................................................... 46 BGEN 7250 - GENE EXPRESSION AND EPIGENETICS ....................................................................................................................................... 46 BGEN 7260 - CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOCHEMISTRY .............................................................................................................................. 46 BGEN 7270 - INTRODUCTION TO GENETIC COUNSELLING CLINIC ROTATION ....................................................................................................... 47 BGEN 7280 - ADVANCED GENETIC COUNSELLING CLINIC ROTATION ................................................................................................................ 47 BGEN 8000 - RESEARCH SEMINAR PHD...................................................................................................................................................... 47 IMED 7096 - STEM CELL BIOLOGY: INTRODUCTION TO THE PRINCIPLES OF REGENERATIVE MEDICINE ..................................................................... 47 IMED 7098 - CANCER STEM CELL CONCEPTS AND THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS .................................................................................................. 47 IMED 7110 - FOUNDATIONS OF SCIENTIFIC TEACHING IN BIOSCIENCE EDUCATION .............................................................................................. 47 IMED 7120 - MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY ....................................................................................................................................................... 48 IMED 7130 - FOUNDATIONS IN HUMAN POPULATION AND EVOLUTIONARY GENETICS ......................................................................................... 48 IMED 7140 - ADVANCED TOPICS IN HUMAN POPULATION AND EVOLUTIONARY GENETICS ................................................................................... 48 IMED 7170 - MEDICAL GENETICS .............................................................................................................................................................. 48 IMED 7200 - CANCER BIOLOGY ................................................................................................................................................................. 48 IMED 7210 - EPIGENETICS IN DEVELOPMENT AND HUMAN DISEASES ............................................................................................................... 48 IMED 7242 - NUCLEIC ACIDS: STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION IN NORMAL DEVELOPMENT AND DISEASES ................................................................... 49 IMED 7244 - NUCLEIC ACIDS: MANIPULATION IN BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH ......................................................................................................... 49 IMED 7280 - MEDICAL COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY ....................................................................................................................................... 49 IMED 7290 - DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY .................................................................................................................................................... 49 IMED 7300 - MICROSCOPY, OPTICS, IMAGING AND ANALYSIS IN HEALTH RESEARCH ........................................................................................... 49 IMED 7302 - ADVANCED MOLECULAR IMAGING .......................................................................................................................................... 49 IMED 7304 - FUNCTIONAL GENOMICS AND WHOLE GENOME ANALYSES .......................................................................................................... 49

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 50

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS (BANNATYNE CAMPUS) ........................................................................................................................... 52

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL ................................................................................................................................................................. 52

FORMS & RESOURCES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 52

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WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, otherwise known as BMG. BMG, one of the basic science departments of the Max Rady College of Medicine (MRCM) in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, is located on the Bannatyne Campus of the University of Manitoba. In addition to laboratories, common research support facilities and equipment are available to our faculty and students. The department is home to biochemistry, molecular biological sciences, and medical genetics expertise, practiced in an intellectually enriching research and teaching environment in the MRCM and Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS). Excellent and dedicated faculty members work closely with graduate students, genetic counselling trainees, post-doctoral fellows, residents in genetics, and clinical geneticists to advance our understanding of complex and diverse biological processes. BMG also participates in an accredited Royal College Training Program in Medical Genetics as well as Canadian College of Medical Geneticists fellowship training. Our faculty are locally, nationally, and internationally recognized and have received numerous prestigious awards for their accomplishments in teaching and research. Moreover, our faculty members contribute significantly in providing health care services to individuals and families affected with genetic and metabolic disorders.

MISSION STATEMENT: The department’s fundamental mission is to provide scholarship in teaching, innovative research, and best practices in patient care. This mission includes advancing the frontiers of knowledge in biomolecular research, dedication to research underpinning the prevention and treatment of genetic and other diseases, and disseminating our knowledge, discoveries, and inventions. Our activities are pursued in a respectful and collaborative learning environment with the aim to better the health of Manitobans, Canadians and individuals worldwide.

GOALS: To promote excellence in teaching, research, and patient care, our specific goals are to:

1. provide a stimulating educational experience that will motivate our students to become outstanding independent investigators, practitioners, and teachers;

2. promote an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment among students and faculty; and 3. provide clinical/medical services of the highest quality to individuals or families with problems in areas of

clinical genetics and certain types of birth defects.

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DISCLAIMER The purpose of the BMG Graduate Student Handbook is to provide the most commonly requested information about the Bannatyne campus, BMG academic requirements, and services for graduate students. This document should be used in conjunction with the FGS Handbook and with the Graduate Academic Calendar. The University of Manitoba reserves the right to make changes in the information contained in the BMG Graduate Student Handbook without prior notice. The University of Manitoba Website is the source for updated information. It is the responsibility of all students to:

1. familiarize themselves with the university’s academic regulations and policies in general; 2. familiarize themselves with the regulations and policies applying specifically to their faculty, school, or

program; 3. familiarize themselves with the specific graduation requirements of the degree, diploma, or certificate they

are seeking; 4. ensure that the courses they have selected are appropriate to their programs*

*Note that not every course listed in the BMG Graduate Student Handbook will be offered in this academic year. In the event of an inconsistency between the general academic regulations and policies published in this Student Handbook, and such regulations and policies established by Senate and the councils of the faculties and schools, the version established by Senate and the councils of the faculties and schools shall prevail. The material contained in the BMG Graduate Student Handbook has been submitted by and/or obtained from the administrative departments and/or academic units concerned. The department and the university neither represent nor warrant that all general information and course references used in the BMG Graduate Student Handbook is accurate although reasonable efforts have been made to check the accuracy of the information. The regulations and policies contained in this year’s editions of the BMG Graduate Student Handbook, Undergraduate Calendar and the Graduate Calendar apply, subject to change, only for the academic year indicated on the cover page of each publication.

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FACILITIES AND RESOURCES

OFFICE STAFF: The BMG general office is located in room 336 on the third floor of the Basic Medical Sciences building (BMSB) on the Bannatyne Campus. Lixia (Lisa) Zhang 204-789-3399 Lisa.Zhang@umanitoba.ca The Administrative Assistant - Academic Programs provides assistance with the administrative side such as collecting and distributing documents for coursework, thesis and clinical rotations. She can be a resource to direct students to the correct source of information or University policy (e.g. registration, tuition, transfer credits, etc.). Philip Dufresne 204-789-3593 Philip.Dufresne@umanitoba.ca The Administrative Assistant for BMG and Assistant to the Department Head can assist with key and card access to areas, act as a liaison for common equipment on the 3rd floor of the BMSB, and assist with technical account issues. He also will arrange meetings with the Department Head and GCP Program Director.

SPACE: BMG faculty members and graduate students work in facilities located in the Basic Medical Sciences Building, CancerCare Manitoba, Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba, John Buhler Research Centre, Research Institute of Oncology and Haematology, and the St. Boniface Hospital Research Centre. Consult maps of Bannatyne Campus and Fort Garry Campus. The majority of program-related lectures will be held in the Klaus Wrogemann Seminar Room (BMSB 341), which has a fully equipped audio-visual system. The Medical Genetics Academic Sessions are held in the Annie Bond Room in the Community Services Building (CSB), which also has audio-visual capability. CSB is within walking distance of BMSB. All Graduate students have access to the lunch room (BMSB 340). The GCP student room is located in BMSB 310AB and contains seven study carrels and a telephone for internal and external calls for clinical and academic matters (204-789-3774).

INTERNET: WiFi is available in most areas of the University of Manitoba Bannatyne Campus and access the Internet (uofm-secure) can be achieved with a student computer, Android or Apple device, etc. To connect.

COURSE MATERIALS: UM Learn is the University of Manitoba’s Learning Management System. Courses use UM learn to provide information and materials. For more information and tutorials go to UM Learn Resources.

LIBRARY: Please refer to course syllabi for details on recommended and required books (UM learn). GCP students have been provided a required/recommended text list. Critical textbooks are available for graduate students in the BMG library (BMSB 340). Critical GCP Texts are located in the GCP student room (BMSB 310AB) and the Medical Genetics Residents Room (Community Services Building Room, FE 220). Electronic texts are available through the Neil John Maclean (NJM) Health Sciences Library (727 McDermot Ave, Brodie Centre Mezzanine). The NJM library also provides access to study spaces, computers, computer labs, workshops and electronic texts and journals.

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LIST OF ACRONYMS

ACRONYM FULL NAME ASG Advisor-Student Guidelines BMG Biochemistry & Medical Genetics BMSB Basic Medical Sciences Building CCMB CancerCare Manitoba CHRIM Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba FAA Financial Aid & Awards FGS Faculty of Graduate Studies (also Graduate Studies) GCP Genetic Counselling Program GSAC Graduate Student Advisory Committee HSC Health Sciences Centre ICS or IC International Centre for Students JBRC John Buhler Research Centre KWSR Klaus Wrogemann Seminar Room MSc Master of Science REB Research Ethics Board PhD Doctor of Philosophy PHIA Personal Health Information Act RIOH Research Institute of Oncology and Haematology SAC Student Advisory Committee SAS Student Accessibility Services SSBC Services for Students at Bannatyne Campus

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IMPORTANT DATES 2019-2020

2019-2020 Academic Schedule

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BMG GRADUATE PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE

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MASTERS OF SCIENCE SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS1

Course requirements are outlined in the BMG Supplementary Regulations

BGEN 7000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR MSc

AND BOTH IMED 7170 – MEDICAL GENETICS3

IMED 7120 – MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY

AND 3.0 CREDIT HOURS OF ELECTIVES4

Students with a Computational Biology Research focus will take

BGEN 7000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR MSc

AND

IMED 7280 - Medical Computational Biology

AND ONE OF IMED 7170 – MEDICAL GENETICS3 or

IMED 7120 – MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY

AND 3.0 CREDIT HOURS OF ELECTIVES4

1In addition to the coursework requirements listed in this chart, all MSc stuSdents must satisfactorily complete and defend a written thesis. Students are strongly encouraged to submit an abstract of their thesis work to a national meeting for consideration of a poster or platform presentation. All new MSc students must complete GRAD 7500 – ACADEMIC INTEGRITY TUTORIAL with a grade of 100% in their first term of study. All returning MSc students must enroll in GRAD 7020 – MASTER’S RE-REGISTRATION in each Fall, Winter, and Summer term until their final thesis has been submitted to the FGS. 2All MSc students must enroll in BGEN 7000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR MSc in each Fall term until their final thesis has been submitted to the FGS. Students who have submitted their thesis for examination need not attend or present. 3Students holding credit for BGEN 3022/BGEN 3024 – Introduction to Human Genetics Part A and B, or their equivalent, may not take IMED 7170 for further credit. MSc BMG students in this situation will have 6.0 credit hours of electives instead of 3.0 credit hours. 4Elective coursework must be approved by the student’s advisor and/or advisory committee. Elective coursework is normally taken at the 6000- or 7000-level. All coursework must be documented on the Course Approval form each term.

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MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR JULY & SEPTEMBER STARTS BMG MSc

Date1 Milestone Year 1 September 30 Advisory Committee Selected September 30 Academic Integrity Tutorial Completed November 30 First Fall BMG Review Completed April 30 First Research Presentation Completed May 31 First Annual FGS Review Completed May 31 Advisor-Student Guidelines Completed2

Year 2 November 30 Second Fall BMG Review Completed November 30 Thesis Proposal Examined & Approved December 1 Start MSc to PhD Transition Process3 February 28 Complete MSc to PhD Transition Process4 April 30 Second Research Presentation Completed May 31 Second Annual FGS Review Completed June 15 Thesis Submitted to Committee5 July 31 Thesis Defence Completed August 31 Final Thesis Submitted& Copy to BMG

1Deadlines shown here are recommended unless otherwise indicated. 2The Advisor-Student Guidelines must be completed by May 31 of Year 1 to avoid a possible hold on registration in subsequent terms. 3Only BMG MSc students wishing to transition to the BMG PhD program need to meet the requirements and deadlines for this milestone. 4The MSc to PhD transition process must be completed by February 28 in Year 2 (i.e. within 18 months of starting the program). 5The second Annual FGS Review is not required if students submit their final thesis to the FGS by late August.

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MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR JANUARY STARTS BMG MSc

Date1 Milestone Year 1 January 31 Advisory Committee Selected January 31 Academic Integrity Tutorial Completed April 30 First Research Presentation Completed May 31 Advisor-Student Guidelines Completed2 May 31 First Annual FGS Review Completed November 30 First Fall BMG Review Completed Year 2 March 31 Thesis Proposal Examined & Approved April 1 Start MSc to PhD Transition Process3 April 30 Second Research Presentation Completed May 31 Second Annual FGS Review Completed June 30 Complete MSc to PhD Transition Process4 October 15 Thesis Submitted to Committee5 November 30 Thesis Defence Completed End of December Final Thesis Submitted& Copy to BMG

1Deadlines shown here are recommended unless otherwise indicated. 2The Advisor-Student Guidelines must be completed by May 31 of Year 1 to avoid a possible hold on registration in subsequent terms. 3Only BMG MSc students wishing to transition to the BMG PhD program need to meet the requirements and deadlines for this milestone. 4The MSc to PhD transition process must be completed by June 30 in Year 2 (i.e. within 18 months of starting the program). 5Students who have submitted their thesis to their committee by Nov 1 are not required to complete a Fall BMG Review.

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MASTERS OF SCIENCE IN GENETIC COUNSELLING (GCP)

SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK AND CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS YEAR 1

Course requirements are outlined in the BMG Supplementary Regulations

FALL COURSES1,2

BGEN 7090 - Principles & Practice of Human Genetic (3 Credits) BGEN 7270 - Introduction to Genetic Counselling Clinic Rotation I (2 Credits)

BGEN 7142 - Clinical Genetics I (3 Credits) Counselling Skills I and Elective3 (Counselling Certificate Program)

FALL CLINIC ROTATIONS3

Early Exposure (4 weeks) Observation (4 weeks) Laboratory (4 weeks)

WINTER COURSES1,2 BGEN 7144 - Clinical Genetics II (3 Credits)

Research Methodology Elective5 or IMED 7410 - Biomedical Trainee Skills (3 Credits) BGEN 7270 – Introduction to Genetic Counselling Clinic Rotation II (2 Credits)

BGEN 7130 - Genetic Epidemiology of Human Populations (3 Credits)

WINTER CLINIC ROTATIONS3 Prenatal I (5 weeks) Medical Genetics - Pediatric Focus (5 weeks) Cancer (5 weeks)

SUMMER CLINIC ROTATION4

Five Week Clinical Rotation (External to the Province of Manitoba) Ten Weeks Full Time Research

Two Weeks Vacation 1In addition to the coursework and clinical requirements listed in this chart, all MSc students must satisfactorily complete and defend a written thesis. All new MSc Students must complete GRAD 7500 – ACADEMIC INTEGRITY TUTORIAL with a grade of 100% in their first term of study. All returning MSc students must enroll in GRAD 7020 – MASTERS RE-REGISTRATION in each Fall, Winter, and Summer term until the final version of their thesis has been submitted to the FGS. 2All MSc students must enroll in BGEN 7000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR MSc in each Fall and Winter term until the final version of their thesis has been submitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. 3The elective course will be selected from “Counselling Skills II” (COUNS 0200), “Working with Families” (COUNS 0240) or “Counselling Theories” (COUNS 0202) selected in consultation with the program director based on past experience and training (as documented).

4 Order of clinical rotations will vary from student to student but the core areas will remain the same. Clinic and Ancillary Commitments are outlined in this handbook and in the course outlines for BGEN 7270.

5GCP students are required to enroll in IMED 7410 OR relevant 3 credit hour graduate coursework related to research methodology, selected in consultation with the program director based on past experience and research interests. This course can occur in either the fall or winter semester. 6All GCP students must locate and secure a clinical rotation in a clinical setting outside the Province of Manitoba prior to the start of the SUMMER term in YEAR 1. This is a 5-week placement that must comply with ACGC (i.e. certified supervisors). This NON-CREDIT rotation will not appear on the student’s transcript.

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SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK AND CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS YEAR 2 BMG MSc GCP

Course requirements are outlined in the BMG Supplementary Regulations

FALL COURSES1,2 BGEN 7160 - Theory & Practice of Genetic Counselling (3 Credits)

BGEN 7280 - Advanced Genetic Counselling Clinic Rotation I (2 Credits)

FALL CLINIC ROTATIONS3 Adult Medical Genetics (4 weeks) Prenatal (4 weeks) Non-Genetics Rotation (4 weeks) Psychology (1 week)

WINTER COURSES1,2

BGEN 7040 - Seminars in Human Genetics (3 Credits) BGEN 7280 - Advanced Genetic Counselling Clinic Rotation II (2 Credits)

WINTER CLINIC ROTATIONS3

Metabolic (5 weeks) Multidisciplinary (5 weeks) Elective (5 weeks)

SUMMER Graduate students are expected to complete GCP requirements by June of the second year.

Degrees will be conferred in October. 1In addition to the coursework and clinical requirements listed in this chart, all MSc students must satisfactorily complete and defend a written thesis. All new MSc Students must complete GRAD 7500 – ACADEMIC INTEGRITY TUTORIAL with a grade of 100% in their first term of study. All returning MSc students must enroll in GRAD 7020 – MASTERS RE-REGISTRATION in each Fall, Winter, and Summer term until the final version of their thesis has been submitted to the FGS. 2All MSc students must enroll in BGEN 7000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR MSc in each Fall and Winter term until the final version of their thesis has been submitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. 3Order of clinical rotations will vary from student to student but the core areas will remain the same. Clinic and Ancillary Commitments are outlined in this handbook and in the course outlines for BGEN 7280.

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MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR MSc GCP THESIS BMG MSc GCP

Please note: *denotes a “Firm Deadline” per regulations. Other deadlines provide a general guide which may vary depending on methodology. Students must create their own timeline in consultation with their supervisor to ensure timely completion of their research.

YEAR 1 November 30 Program Director Advisor Meeting (AKA Fall Review) October 1-December 1* Identify Advisor, Complete Preliminary Study Design1

December 1* Letter of Intent to GSAC Chair2

December 21 Advisor Student Guidelines through JUMP December 15-January 30 Identify and “Meet and Greet” with Advisory Committee Members January 31* Report Advisory Committee Members to GSAC Chair December 31 Course on Research Ethics (Module 1-10) and UMb Researcher PHIA course January 1 - February 1 Public/Community Consultation in Study Design (if required) February 1 Data Measures and Protocol Developed February 15 Thesis Proposal Examined & Approved April 15 Data measures finalized and pilot tested as necessary May 1 Submission to REB +/- HSC Impact (check deadlines)3

Prior to May 30* Annual FGS Review

SUMMER 10 Weeks Full Time Research Activities June 15 REB/Impact Revisions Submitted/Project approved June15-July 1 Engage Individuals Involved in Recruitment July 1 Data Collection\Recruitment Begins August 1 Literature Review: Quantitative Projects: Complete Review Submitted to Advisor. Qualitative

Projects: Drafts to be Submitted Periodically - Ongoing until Data Collection Complete. YEAR 2 September Data Collection Continues November 1 Materials/Methods Draft to Advisor November 15 Introduction Draft to Advisor Prior to December 1* BMG Fall Review December 15 Data Collection Complete December 15-Feb 15 Data Analysis March 1 Results/Discussion Draft, Introduction to Advisor

May 1-30 Submit Thesis to SAC and Schedule Potential Thesis Defense Date4

June 1-30 Thesis Defense and Revisions May-June Submit Abstract to national meeting End of August* Last date to submit Thesis Paperwork to Graduate Studies for October convocation 1Each GCP Student will meet with at least two potential advisors with guidance from the Program Director. 2The “Letter of Intent” should be no longer than 2 pages in single spaced 12-point font, with 1” margins (excluding references.) It should include: Title of the Project; Names of Student and Potential Committee Members/Roles; Aim of Project/ Problem to be addressed; Brief description of the project; Goals and Application to genetic counselling practice; Preliminary budget estimate (detailed budget should be included in the thesis proposal) and References. A working group will review and provide feedback to the student/advisor and assist in identifying committee members. The student and advisor should make an effort to suggest committee members however; this is not required at the time of submission. 3REB and Hospital Impact Committee submission deadlines should be checked early to plan for the appropriate submission

date. Please note reviews take at least a month and revisions often suggested, requiring further review.

4 Students are required to be familiar with FGS Graduate Thesis Guidelines and details on the MSc defense process found in

the BMG Supplementary Regulations

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PhD: TRANSITION FROM BMG MSc TO BMG PhD SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS

Course requirements1 are outlined in the BMG Supplementary Regulations

BGEN 8000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR PhD

AND

6.0 CREDIT HOURS OF ELECTIVES3

1In addition to the coursework requirements listed in this chart, all PhD students must satisfactorily complete and defend a written thesis. Students are strongly encouraged to submit an abstract of their thesis work to a national meeting for consideration of a poster or platform presentation. All new PhD students must complete GRAD 7500 – ACADEMIC INTEGRITY TUTORIAL with a grade of 100% in their first term of study. All returning PhD students must enroll in GRAD 8020 – DOCTORAL RE-REGISTRATION in each Fall, Winter, and Summer term until their final thesis has been submitted to the FGS. 2All PhD students must enroll in BGEN 8000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR PhD in each Fall term until their final thesis has been submitted to the FGS. Students who have submitted their thesis for examination need not attend or present. 3Elective coursework must be approved by the advisor and/or advisory committee and documented on the “PhD Program of Study and Appointment of Advisory Committee” form. Elective coursework must be taken at the 7000-level or higher. Should there be a change in the planned coursework and/or composition of the advisory committee, then the “PhD Program of Study and Appointment of Advisory Committee” form must be resubmitted to the FGS.

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PhD: ADMITTED WITH MSc DEGREE SUMMARY OF COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS

Course requirements1 are outlined in the BMG Supplementary Regulations

BGEN 8000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR PhD

AND BOTH IMED 7170 – MEDICAL GENETICS

IMED 7120 – MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY

AND 3.0 CREDIT HOURS OF ELECTIVES3

Students with a Computational Biology Research focus will take

BGEN 8000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR PhD

AND

IMED 7280 - Medical Computational Biology

AND ONE OF IMED 7170 – MEDICAL GENETICS or

IMED 7120 – MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY

AND 3.0 CREDIT HOURS OF ELECTIVES3

1In addition to the coursework requirements listed in this chart, all PhD students must satisfactorily complete and defend a written thesis. Students are strongly encouraged to submit an abstract of their thesis work to a national meeting for consideration of a poster or platform presentation. All new PhD students must complete GRAD 7500 – ACADEMIC INTEGRITY TUTORIAL with a grade of 100% in their first term of study. All returning PhD students must enroll in GRAD 8020 – DOCTORAL RE-REGISTRATION in each Fall, Winter, and Summer term until their final thesis has been submitted to the FGS. 2All PhD students must enroll in BGEN 8000 – RESEARCH SEMINAR PhD in each Fall term until their final thesis has been submitted to the FGS. Students who have submitted their thesis for examination need not attend or present. 3Elective coursework must be approved by the advisor and/or advisory committee and documented on the “PhD Program of Study and Appointment of Advisory Committee” form. Elective coursework must be taken at the 7000-level or higher. Should there be a change in the planned coursework and/or composition of the advisory committee, then the “PhD Program of Study and Appointment of Advisory Committee” form must be resubmitted to the FGS.

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MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR JULY AND SEPTEMBER STARTS PhD

Date1 Milestone Year 1 September 30 Advisory Committee & Courses Selected September 30 Academic Integrity Tutorial Completed November 30 First Fall BMG Review Completed December 15 First Research Presentation Completed May 31 First Annual FGS Review Completed May 31 Advisor-Student Guidelines Completed2

Year 2 November 30 Second Fall BMG Review Completed November 30 Thesis Proposal Examined & Approved December 15 Second Research Presentation Completed May 31 Second Annual FGS Review Completed August 31 Candidacy Examination Completed3,4

Year 3 December 15 Third Research Presentation Completed May 1 Thesis Submitted for Review August 31 Final Thesis Submitted & Copy to BMG5

1Deadlines shown here are recommended unless otherwise indicated. 2The Advisor-Student Guidelines must be completed by May 31 of Year 1 to avoid a possible hold on registration in subsequent terms. 3 Doctoral students must complete the Candidacy Exam both within 12 calendar months of completing coursework and at least 12 calendar months before graduation. 4 Doctoral students who have completed the Candidacy Exam are no longer required to complete Fall BMG Reviews. 5 The Annual FGS Review is not required this term if students submit the final version of their thesis to the FGS by late August.

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MILESTONES & RECOMMENDED DEADLINES FOR JANUARY START PhD

Date1 Milestone Year 1 January 31 Advisory Committee & Courses Selected January 31 Academic Integrity Tutorial Completed May 31 Advisor-Student Guidelines Completed2 May 31 First Annual FGS Review Completed November 30 First Fall BMG Review Completed December 15 First Research Presentation Completed

Year 2 March 31 Thesis Proposal Examined & Approved May 31 Second Annual FGS Review Completed November 30 Second Fall BMG Review Completed December 15 Second Research Presentation Completed August 31 Candidacy Examination Completed3,4

Year 3 May 31 Third Annual FGS Review Completed September 1 Thesis Submitted for Review Late December Final Thesis Submitted& Copy to BMG5

1Deadlines shown here are recommended unless otherwise indicated. 2The Advisor-Student Guidelines must be completed by May 31 of Year 1 to avoid a possible hold on registration in subsequent terms. 3 Doctoral students must complete the Candidacy Exam both within 12 calendar months of completing coursework and at least 12 calendar months before graduation. 4 Doctoral students who have completed the Candidacy Exam are no longer required to complete Fall BMG Reviews. 5 The FGS Review is not required this term if students submit the final version of their thesis to the FGS by late August.

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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR IMPORTANT MILESTONES

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ADVISORY COMMITTEE

COMPOSITION: Master of Science The MSc advisory committee will consist of a minimum of three members, including the advisor. Note, for the purpose of the advisory committee co-supervisors will count as 1 collective individual.. Students must send the names of the advisory committee members to the Chair of the GSAC within one month of starting the program. There is no form to complete. MSc GCP By the end of the Fall semester in the first year, in consultation with the GCP Program Director, each student will have identified their project, advisor and committee. The committee is to include a least one genetic counsellor. A written confirmation from a thesis advisor and a “Letter of Intent” must be submitted to the Chair of the GSAC and the GCP Program Director by December 1 of the first semester. The program director or designate will sit ex officio on all GCP Student Advisory Committees to represent program leadership. The names of the GCP Student Advisory Committee must be submitted to the Chair of the GSAC for approval.

Doctor of Philosophy The PhD advisory committee will consist of a minimum of four members, including the advisor. One member is recommended to be from outside the Department of Biochemistry and Medical. The student's advisor is Chair of the Advisory Committee. Students who have transferred from the Master’s program may keep their previous committee members (assuming these members agree to do so) and add one additional member. Selection of the advisory committee is documented on the PhD Program of Study and Appointment of Advisory Committee form. Should there be a change in the composition of the committee, this form will need to be updated and resubmitted to the FGS. Students must also send the names of the advisory committee members to the Chair of the GSAC within one month of starting the program.

ROLE: The role of the MSc and PhD advisory committees is to:

1. monitor the student's program of study, academic progress, and thesis research progress; 2. provide advice to the student on research or other matters connected with their programs of study; 3. conduct a Fall BMG Review of the student's progress in time to file a report to the Chair of GSAC, by

December 1st of each calendar year; 4. conduct a formal Annual FGS Review of the student's progress in time to file a report to the FGS by June 1st

of each calendar year; 5. make recommendations regarding thesis examiners to the FGS; 6. assist the student in ensuring fulfillment of other University requirements regarding the minimum number

of courses, time, residence, academic standing, thesis requirements, and significance of the research in his/her field;

7. the student is usually expected to seek approval of the advisory committee before beginning to write his/her thesis;

8. provide mentorship in setting professional goals; and 9. identify gaps in knowledge and/or skills and arrange relevant teaching and/or remediation sessions with

an appropriate evaluation method (e.g. oral examination, oral presentation, written assignment) in which the student must demonstrate proficiency (GCP students see academic advising section in this handbook for details).

Advisory committees are encouraged to meet at other times during the year, in addition to the two annual reviews, especially if the student or supervisor is encountering any difficulties. The Advisor-Student Guidelines are typically completed within one month of starting the program and must be completed by May 31 of Year 1 in the program to avoid a possible hold on registration in subsequent terms.

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FALL BMG REVIEW PURPOSE: The student will be examined in a format similar to that of an oral comprehensive exam, or thesis defense in their area of expertise. The review committee will consist of the student’s advisory committee, and will normally include the Chair of the GSAC, or designate, acting as Chair. Otherwise, the Advisor is the Chair of the Fall BMG Review.

SCHEDULING, ATTENDEES & EXEMPTIONS: Students are normally expected to organize and complete a fall BMG review by December 1 each year the student is enrolled in the program. Students are responsible for scheduling their Fall BMG Reviews during the months of October-November, and must be completed prior to December 1. In the Fall of Year 2 for students who started in September, the thesis proposal meeting will normally be held at this time instead of the fall review. In Year 2 for students starting in January, they will have a Fall review as their thesis proposal will be in the spring of Year 2. Senior PhD students who have successfully completed their PhD Candidacy Examination are not required to have a Fall BMG Review; however, they may do so if they, their supervisor, or their advisory committee feel it would be beneficial MSc GCP: First year GCP students do not have a fall review, but will meet with the program director prior to December 1 to review their academic progress and research goals. In addition to the forms below, students are required to submit a completed GCP Self Assessment Form prior to Fall Meetings. A research progress report is not required.

FORMS/PAPERWORK: Students are required to provide the following to all SAC Members and GSAC Chair or designate: 7 days prior to the Meeting: Completed BMG Academic Progress Report Research Progress Report (see below) Blank BMG Internal Student Evaluation form Completed GCP Program Progress Checklist (GCP Only) Day of the Review: BMG Internal Student Evaluation form (one copy for each member and the chair– if not already completed)

CONTENT AND FORMAT: The Research Progress Report (12-point font, single-spaced, 1-inch margins) is limited to 3 pages plus references and/or figures. The Research Progress Report must contain introduction/background, hypotheses, research plan detailing the research aims with a rationale, experimental design, results, and significance to the project. First year students are expected to write a progress report outlining the scope of their project to help orient their advisory committee. Fall BMG Reviews will normally not be more than one hour in length. Students are required to present a 5-minute description of their thesis research project without the use of presentation software. It is recommended that students present the relevant background, rationale, hypothesis and aims for their project, along with the general approaches to be employed, and the significance of the work. The Fall BMG Review will follow an oral questions-and-answers format. Students can expect to be questioned about their proposed thesis research project, areas relevant to their chosen field of study, and their background education and experiences. Interpretation of their experimental results may also be assessed.

EVALUATION: The student will be asked to leave the room while the committee discusses the student’s progress. The student will receive verbal and written feedback. Each examiner will complete the BMG Internal Student Evaluation form, assessing the student’s knowledge, verbal skills, ability to use and organize facts, ‘think on their feet,’ and answer questions directly. Areas of perceived strengths and weaknesses, as well as recommendations for improvement, will also be noted. These original reports will be given to the Chair of the GSAC and the student may retain a copy.

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ANNUAL FGS REVIEW PURPOSE: The advisory committee will assess the student’s progress over the year. Goals for the coming year, strengths, and areas requiring improvement will be indicated.

SCHEDULING, ATTENDEES & EXEMPTIONS: It is the student’s and advisor’s responsibility to ensure that the Annual FGS Review is completed by May 31 of each calendar year. Students are expected to schedule the review meeting at a time when all committee members and the Chair of the GSAC, or his/her designate can attend. The Chair of the GSAC, or his/her designate will chair the meeting. NOTE: Students should keep in mind that, if they miss the thesis submission deadline, a “hold” will be placed on subsequent registrations until the Annual FGS Review is completed and the appropriate form submitted to the FGS. Students should also keep in mind that they must enroll in the appropriate seminar and re-registration courses and pay the usual fees until the final version of their thesis has been submitted to the FGS. MSc GCP: It is recommended that this review be completed prior to April 30 to accommodate external summer rotations.

FORMS/PAPERWORK: Students are required to provide the following to all SAC Members and GSAC Chair or designate: 7 days prior to the Meeting: Completed BMG Academic Progress Report Research Progress Report (see below) Blank BMG Internal Student Evaluation form Day of the Review: Blank BMG Internal Student Evaluation form (one copy for each member and the chair– if not already completed) FGS Progress Report (one copy on yellow paper with personal information and milestones filled in)

CONTENT AND FORMAT: The Research Progress Report (12-point font, single-spaced, 1-inch margins) is limited to 3 pages, plus references and figures. The 3-page Research Progress Report must contain an introduction/background, hypotheses, and research plan detailing the research aims with a rationale, experimental design, results, and significance to the project. Normally, the meeting will not be more than 90 minutes in length. The meeting will begin with a maximum 20-minute presentation (presentation software is permitted and encouraged) by the student of their academic and research progress. The Annual FGS Review will follow an oral questions-and-answers format drawn from the 3-page Research Progress Report and the 20-minute presentation. Areas of general background knowledge related to the project and notable recent advancements in their field are also examinable.

EVALUATION: The student will be asked to leave the room while the committee determines the student’s rating. The student will receive verbal and written feedback. Each examiner will complete the BMG Internal Student Evaluation. These original reports will be given to the Chair of the GSAC and the student may retain a copy. The FGS Progress Report must be signed by all advisory committee members, the Chair of the meeting, and by the Head of the department, or his/her designate, and submitted to the FGS prior to their June 1 deadline. Following the completion of the meeting, the student and supervisor are expected to develop and provide a written Action Plan that will be circulated to all committee members for e-mail approval. The plan should contain a description of all actionable items and the plan to address these issues. Normally, the plan is due within one week of the Annual FGS Review meeting date. This action plan will be provided to the FGS with the FGS Progress Report.

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The advisor, the student, or the Chair of the GSAC, or his/her designate, may call additional progress report meetings at any time during the year.

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MASTERS THESIS PROPOSAL PURPOSE: The purpose of the Master’s thesis proposal is to examine the student's understanding of their research area, and for the student to demonstrate their competence in formulating, and communicating a proposal for the research that is planned for the thesis. The thesis proposal will typically be examined in the fall of Year 2 in place of the student’s second fall BMG review for students who start in September, and will typically be examined within 15 months of starting the program for students who start in January, May, or July. MSc GCP: The thesis proposal is required to be approved by the advisory committee in the Winter of Year 1. This cannot be combined with the Annual Review Meeting. To ensure timely completion, it is recommended that a thesis proposal meeting be arranged in January-February. A detailed budget is required and must be approved by the GCP.

FORMS/PAPERWORK: Students are required to provide the following to all SAC Members and GSAC Chair: 7 days prior to the Meeting: Research Proposal (see below) Day of the Review: Master’s Thesis/Practicum Proposal (one copy with demographics completed)

CONTENT AND FORMAT: A 3-page written proposal (12-point font, 1” margins, single-spaced) plus relevant appendices is required. The proposal must contain (in the following order): Introduction/Background, Preliminary Data & Rationale, Hypothesis, Research Aims, Significance, Figures & Tables, and Supplementary Information. The appendices should include relevant figures and/or tables. This proposal must be distributed to the committee members at least 7 days prior to the meeting. It will be discussed during the meeting, with the student expected to answer questions related to the written document. Normally, the examination will not be more than 60 minutes in length. Students will be asked to start the proposal examination with a 5-minute oral summary of their research project (presentation software is not permitted).

EVALUATION: If the committee unanimously agrees that the thesis proposal is acceptable as written, they will indicate their approval (with or without reservations) by signing the Master’s Thesis/Practicum Proposal form. The form and detailed comments will be forwarded to the FGS. If the committee members do not approve the proposal, they will provide the student with feedback regarding improvements. The student will revise the proposal and arrange a second meeting within two months of the first meeting with the committee to discuss and defend the revised document. If the proposal does not receive unanimous approval at this second meeting, the student will be required to withdraw from the program.

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MASTERS THESIS MSc THESIS EXAMINING COMMITTEE: In most circumstances, the examining committee will consist of the members of the student’s advisory committee. In consultation with the advisor, an examination committee is selected and the Master’s Thesis/Practicum Title and Appointment of Examiners form is completed and submitted to the FGS.

FORMS/PAPERWORK: Students are required to complete the following: 30 days Prior to Planned Examination: Email their thesis to the General Office for distribution to the examining committee Complete Master’s Thesis/Practicum Title and Appointment of Examiners (in consultation with advisor) Day of the Oral Examination: Provide Master’s Thesis/Practicum Final Report (one copy with demographics completed) After a Successful Oral Examination: Final electronic copy of the thesis submitted to the FGS and the BMG Department. Bound copies are not required.

DISTRIBUTION OF THE MSc THESIS MSc students must email their thesis to the General Office for distribution to the examining committee. The examination committee members have one month to read the thesis and classify it into one of the following categories:

1. Category 1 – Acceptable without modification or with minor revisions ; 2. Category 2 – Acceptable subject to modification and/or revision(s); or 3. Category 3 – Not acceptable.

Reports are not required if the thesis is ranked in Category 1 or Category 2. One or fewer Category 3 classifications from the Examining Committee indicates that the candidate will proceed to the oral examination. Two or more Category 3 classifications constitutes a “fail” of the written thesis. In the event that the student fails the written thesis, a second examination of the written thesis will be scheduled within 6 months of the first examination. Should the revised thesis not be approved, then the student must withdraw from the MSc program.

MSc THESIS ORAL EXAMINATION: Students must pass an oral examination on the subject of the thesis and related material. The Chair of the GSAC, or his/her designate will schedule a public oral defense of the thesis after receiving the thesis examination committee's rankings indicating that that the written thesis falls into one of the two ‘acceptable’ categories (Category 1 or 2). The oral examination committee will consist of the members of the Thesis Examination committee and the Chair of the GSAC, or his/her designate, who will serve as the Chair. The first part of the examination will consist of a 20-minute oral presentation by the candidate, which should include an oral summary of the salient points of the research findings (presentation software is permitted and encouraged). This presentation will be followed by the examination of the candidate by the Thesis Examination Committee. This part of the examination should not normally exceed an additional 60 minutes. The Chair will be responsible for maintaining the relevance of questioning and ensuring that the time limits are not exceeded. The oral examination is open to all members of the University community and invited guests. Following the question period, the committee will deliberate in private as to whether the candidate has passed the exam. The Chair does not vote. One or fewer dissenting votes from the Thesis Examination Committee constitutes a “pass”. Two or more dissenting votes constitutes a “fail” of the oral examination. Should the student fail the oral examination, a second examination will be scheduled within 6 months. Should the student not successfully pass the second oral examination, the student must withdraw from the program. The Thesis Examination Committee’s decision(s) must be documented on the Master’s Thesis/Practicum Final Report form and submitted to the FGS.

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MSc TO PhD TRANSITION EXAMINATION MSc students who have made excellent progress during their first year may be considered for transfer to the PhD program. The transfer process is typically initiated within 16 months of the student’s commencement in the MSc program, and must be completed within 18 months. Such transfers will be considered only when:

1. The student has completed a minimum of 6 credit hours and has obtained a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.5 (on a 4.5 scale) in MSc courses;

2. The student and advisor must provide a written request to transition to the Chair of the GSAC (or designate). The student must include the reasons for requesting the transition;

3. The student must provide a signed document from the Advisory Committee members supporting the transition into the PhD program; and

4. The student must arrange a meeting with the Chair of the GSAC, or designate, to discuss the following matters:

a. Requirements and expectations of the MSc to PhD transition process; b. Timeline for completing the transition process; c. Identifying members of the examining committee; and d. Setting of an examination date and time.

At least 7-days prior to the examination date, the student must provide the following to each Examination Committee member (consisting of the student’s Advisory Committee), and the Chair of the GSAC:

1. The BMG Academic Progress Report form; 2. A 250-word, non-scientific summary, in his/her own words. Should highlight the “big picture” and

significance of the PhD work; and 3. A Research/Project Proposal, in his/her own words.

The research proposal will be in the following format: 5 single-spaced pages of text, with 1” margins and 12-point Times New Roman font. Figures, tables, references, and/or supplementary material are expected, but do not count towards the 5-page written portion of the proposal. The document should include: Introduction/background, Preliminary findings, Rationale and hypothesis, Research aims including expected results, potential pitfalls and solutions, and Significance. The student’s advisor cannot proofread the document.

MSc TO PhD TRANSITION ORAL EXAMINATION: The student will give an oral presentation (maximum of 20-minutes) with presentation software that will be based solely on the PhD Transition Research/Project Proposal. Following the presentation, there will be up to 3 rounds of questions; 40% of the questions will be on the Research/Project Proposal; 40% of the questions will be on comprehensive knowledge of Medical Biochemistry and/or Medical Genetics and/or Computational Biology (for those with a research focus in computational biology); and 20% will be follow-up of questions on either the research project or general knowledge. The total duration of the presentation and questions will be 90 minutes. Following completion of the oral examination, the student will be asked to leave the room. The Examination Committee will review coursework achievements, research accomplishments, abstract and proposal, proposed PhD research project, and performance in the oral examination. One or fewer dissenting votes constitutes a “pass”, while two or more dissenting votes constitute a “fail”. No repeats are permitted. If the student fails, they will continue in the MSc program.

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DOCTORAL THESIS PROPOSAL

PURPOSE: The purpose of the thesis proposal is to examine the student's understanding of their research area, and for the student to demonstrate their competence in formulating, and communicating a proposal for the research that is planned for the thesis. The thesis proposal will typically be examined in place of the student’s second fall BMG review for students who start in September, and will typically be examined within 15 months of starting the program for students who start in January, May, or July. A 5-page written proposal (12-point font, 1” margins, single-spaced) plus relevant appendices is required. The proposal should contain (in the following order): Introduction/Background, Preliminary Data & Rationale, Hypothesis, Research Aims, Significance, Figures & Tables, and Supplementary Information. The appendices should include relevant figures and/or tables. There must be enough detail so that the committee can provide the student, and the advisor with an assessment of the approach, feasibility, and significance of the thesis proposal. The proposal should be distributed to the committee Members at least 7 days prior to the meeting. It will be discussed during the meeting, with the student expected to answer questions related to the written document. If the committee unanimously agrees that the thesis proposal is acceptable as written, they will indicate their approval (with or without reservations) by signing the PhD Thesis Proposal form. If the committee members do not approve the proposal, they will provide the student with written feedback regarding improvements. The student will revise the proposal, and arrange a second meeting with the committee to discuss and defend the document, to be held within two months of the first meeting. If the proposal does not receive unanimous approval at this second meeting, the student will be required to withdraw from the program

DOCTORAL THESIS

EXAMINING COMMITTEE: Doctoral students are advised to contact the FGS for the most up-to-date information.

DISTRIBUTION OF THESIS PAPER: Doctoral students are advised to contact the FGS for the most up-to-date information.

ORAL EXAMINATION: Doctoral students are advised to contact the FGS for the most up-to-date information.

COPIES OF THE FINAL PhD THESIS: A final electronic copy of the thesis is required to be submitted to the FGS and the BMG Department. Bound copies

are not required.

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PhD CANDIDACY EXAMINATION

PURPOSE: The purpose of the PhD Candidacy Examination is to uniformly, rigorously, fairly, and expeditiously assess the student’s: (a) breadth of knowledge of biochemistry, genetics, and/or computational biology; (b) abilities to research, identify, critically analyze, creatively synthesize, and communicate ideas about that knowledge in depth both orally and in writing; and (c) suitability to undertake training for an advanced scientific credential.

SCHEDULING: Students must take their PhD Candidacy Examination within 12 months of completing their coursework.

COMPOSITION OF THE CANDIDACY EXAMINATION COMMITTEE: All Candidacy Examination Committee members must be members, or adjunct members of the FGS. The Candidacy Examination Committee will consist of the Chair of the GSAC (or an alternate selected by the Department Head in the event the Chair is also the student’s advisor), an additional member, and two “constants” from the Department of BMG who will serve on all examination committees for that session. The supervisor will be given the opportunity to provide names of individuals to include as examiners (2) and to exclude as examiners (2) to avoid potential conflicts or bias. The student’s supervisor/co-supervisors cannot be a member of the Candidacy Examination Committee.

CONTENT AND FORMAT: The written component consists of a 5-page (excluding executive summary, references, figures, and tables), single-spaced editorial review using 12-point font and 1” margins. Students will have three weeks after receiving the review topic area to write the editorial paper. They must critically, and creatively evaluate the topic area identified by the Candidacy Examination Committee by conducting all necessary background research on the academic progression of the subject to date including methodology and underlying rationale, ethical issues, scientific integrity, competing theoretical explanations, current status of the area, and directions for future research. Students are encouraged to receive peer-review from fellow students; but not from faculty.

EVALUATION AND EXAMINATION: Faculty will normally have one week to review the editorial paper, and provide a decision of “pass” or “fail” to the Chair of the GSAC, or designate. If the student passes, then the oral examination normally occurs the next day. The oral examination normally consists of a maximum of two hours of questions. One or fewer dissenting votes constitutes a “pass”, while two or more dissenting votes constitute a “fail”. The source of the questions will be based on the written document, drawn from a standard “question bank” developed by BMG faculty (made available to the student), and on the discussion arising during the course of the examination. If the editorial review is failed, the committee will provide oral and written feedback to the student the next day. The student will have an additional two weeks to revise the original document. In the evaluation of the revised document, the committee will normally be allowed one week to decide “pass” or “fail”. One or fewer dissenting votes constitutes a “pass”, while two or more dissenting votes constitute a “fail”. If the student passes, the oral examination will normally occur the next day. If the student fails the oral examination on the first attempt, the student will be allowed one additional attempt but on a different topic, and with a newly struck Examining Committee. Failure on the second attempt will require the student to withdraw from the program.

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CONFLICT RESOLUTION Should you have an academic or clinical concern while enrolled as a BMG Graduate student, outside of issues of personal safety or injury, you are encouraged to follow the path as outlined below. 1) Have you discussed the problem with your Advisor? In most cases, issues related to your academic program (including but not limited to concerns about your project, progress, supervision or support) should first be discussed with your Advisor. This is likely the first thing you will be asked if you contact the BMG Departmental Office or a member of the GSAC or your Graduate Student Representative about your academic program. Effective communication is often key in resolving issues, and addressing questions or concerns as early as possible is highly recommended. Allowing your concerns/issues to persist may only further exacerbate the situation. 2) Have you tried to set up a meeting of your Advisory Committee? If the issue is with your Advisor or you want additional input or a wider opinion, you also have the option of discussing matters related to your academic program with members of your Advisory Committee. This is one of the reasons for establishing a committee as soon as possible and selecting individuals that are accessible as well as knowledgeable. If there is an issue with your project or progress that cannot be resolved first with your Advisor, a meeting with all members of your Advisory Committee is normally the next step. Meetings may be also scheduled without the presence of your Advisor. 3) What if a meeting with my Advisory Committee is not enough? Normally your Advisory Committee will work with you to resolve an issue(s). If you reach this stage and feel uncomfortable requesting a meeting of your Advisory Committee, then approaching a member of the Department’s GSAC to help facilitate this meeting or discussing the problem is appropriate. Your GSAC members are: Dr. Jeff Wigle (Chair) [Jeffrey.Wigle@umanitoba.ca] Dr. Kirk McManus [Kirk.McManus@umanitoba.ca] Dr. Tamra Werbowetski-Ogilvie [Tamra.Ogilvie@umanitoba.ca] Dr. Etienne Leygue [Etienne.Leygue@umanitoba.ca] Jessica Hartley [Jessica.Hartley@umanitoba.ca] GSAC may decide (or you can request this) to become actively engaged in helping to resolve an issue. This may involve, for example, a GSAC member participating in an Advisory Committee meeting, individual meetings with all parties and/or consultation with the GSAC and Departmental Office. 4) Can’t I just talk to the Department Head? You can, but normally the Department Head will only become engaged when issues cannot be resolved through the above process. Early intervention by the Department Head can potentially damage trust that is fundamental in the student/advisor (advisory committee member) relationship, which may increase the difficulty in reaching a speedy and/or positive resolution. 5) What if it’s a conflict with my Clinical Rotation Supervisor? Should a conflict arise between the student and supervisor, the two parties are encouraged to address the concern directly. If either party feels resolution cannot be obtained, the GCP Program Director is to be notified and appropriate investigation or follow-up will occur.

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REMEDIATION AND DISCIPLINE POLICIES Students are ultimately responsible for ensuring that they meet degree and program requirements but are encouraged to use their SAC and if relevant, the GCP Program Director, as secondary resources. Academic Dishonesty Content of all assignments and examinations are for your own learning and are not to be shared. Failure to adhere to, and/or any observed misconduct in regards to the guidelines listed in this handbook are subject to the penalties that are provided for under the University of Manitoba's Student Discipline By‐Law and range from a grade of zero for the assignment or examination, failure in the course, to expulsion from the University. The Student Discipline Bi-Law contains details. FGS requires that a minimum degree grade point average (degree GPA) of 3.0 with no grade below C+ must be maintained for continuance in the FGS. Students who fail to maintain the specified grades will be required to withdraw unless the Dean of Graduate Studies approves Departmental remediation. A student may be permitted to repeat a course once to a maximum of 6 credit hours of course-work, which will delay the date of graduation If a student requests to leave the graduate program, they must complete a Registration Form indicating voluntary withdrawal from the entire program, which will then be part of the student’s records and transcript. Re-application to the program could be considered, but the student would be required to undergo the same process as all other students applying to the program. The SAC and GCP Program Director will flag gaps in knowledge and/or skills, if relevant, as part of their progress reviews. Dependent on the item, the SAC and/or GCP Program Director will be tasked with arranging teaching and/or remediation sessions. There will be an evaluation method identified e.g.: oral examination, oral presentation, written assignment) and agreed upon by the student, SAC and/or GCP Program Director (in which the student must demonstrate proficiency. For the GCP: The graduate student is required to pass all clinical rotations to successfully complete the GCP. If a student fails a clinical rotation, the Program Director and Clinical Rotation Supervisor will schedule a remediation rotation between May and June of the same year. A maximum of two remediation rotations is allowed. Should the student fail the rotation after remediation, they will be required to withdraw from the GCP. All remediation (rotations, gaps in knowledge/skills) will most likely occur in May-June after the Winter curriculum is complete. Note: In exceptional circumstances, the Department Head (and the GCP Program Director if required) may appeal to the Faculty of Graduate Studies for approval of remedial recommendation(s) falling outside those prescribed above.

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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR GENETIC COUNSELLING TRAINEES

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OVERVIEW The GCP offers a Masters of Science (MSc) Degree in Genetic Counselling. This program is a collaborative effort between the Shared Health Program of Genetics and Metabolism and the University of Manitoba`s Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics (BMG) Graduate Program. Medical Geneticists, Genetic Counsellors, Genetic Assistants and PhD Scientists/Geneticists with diverse expertise provide student training. The vision of the Genetic Counselling Program is to promote an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach to genomic health, research and education and produce highly trained genetic counsellors to provide advanced and personalized genetic health care to Manitobans and beyond. Our objectives are to provide exceptional academic, clinical and research training in genetic counselling using an interdisciplinary approach to genomic education, optimizing the genetic health of Manitobans and bridging bench research to the bedside and back. We value excellence as measured by training of highly qualified people, community based training of our youth, research and teaching awards at all levels, genetic health care delivery, research funding, publications and dissemination of our successes at scientific meetings. GCP Coursework will provide a solid genetics and counselling training background to fulfill the practice and knowledge-based competencies outlined by the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors (CAGC) and the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counsellng (ACGC). Summary of coursework and rotation requirements are outlined in this handbook. The Shared Health Genetics Program is the major site for all clinical rotations. This Program serves over 6,000 patients a year from the provinces of Manitoba, Northwestern Ontario and Nunavut. This provides an exceptional and diverse clinical experience for clinical training rotations for both in person and telehealth consultations. Students will have the opportunity to work in multi-disciplinary clinics and with isolated, unique, or underserved populations. The GCP is a thesis-based program. Supervision of theses will be by faculty affiliated with the Departments of BMG and/or Pediatrics and Child Health. The BMG Graduate Student Affairs Committee and the Student Advisory Committee oversees the progress of a GCP student’s individual thesis.

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GCP LEADERSHIP AND FACULTY MEMBERS

LEADERSHIP

Jessica Hartley MS, CGC

Program Director Genetic Counsellor, Assistant Professor

789-3717 jessica.hartley@umanitoba.ca

Claudia Carriles MS, CGC

Associate Director Genetic Counsellor, Shared Health Genomics Laboratory

787-4033 ccarriles@sharedhealthmb.ca

Bernie Chodirker MD, FCCMG, FRCPC

Medical Director Medical Director, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism, Professor

787-4803 bchodirker@exchange.hsc.mb.ca

FACULTY MEMBERS

Ronald Agatep PhD, FCCMG

Molecular Geneticist, Shared Health Genomics Laboratory

787-2845 ragatep@sharedhealthmb.ca

Sherri Burnett MS, CGC (maternity leave)

Genetic Counsellor, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism, Lecturer

787-8791 sburnett@exchange.hsc.mb.ca

Niri Carroll MS, CGC

Genetic Counsellor, UC Davis Cancer Centre Adjunct Professor

niri.carroll@umanitoba.ca

Shannon Chin, MSc, CCGC

Clinical Lead Genetic Counsellor Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism, Lecturer/Adjunct Professor

787-1591 schin@exchange.hsc.mb.ca

Stephanie Clarke MSc, CGC, CCGC

Genetic Counsellor, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism, Lecturer

787-4507 sclarke@hsc.mb.ca

Angelika Dawson PhD, FCCMG

Cytogeneticist, Shared Health Cytogenetics Laboratory, Associate Professor

787-2491 adawson@dsmanitoba.ca

Charity Fan MSc, CGC

Genetic Counsellor, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism, Lecturer/Adjunct Professor

787-2499 cfan@exchange.hsc.mb.ca

Patrick Frosk, PhD, MD, FRCPC, FCCMG

Clinical Geneticist, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism ,Assistant Professor

787-4454

pfrosk@hsc.mb.ca

Kristin Gambin MS, CGC

Genetic Counsellor, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism , Lecturer

787-8792 kgambin@exchange.hsc.mb.ca

Cheryl Greenberg MDCM FRCPC FAAP FCCMG

Clinical Geneticist Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism, Distinguished Professor

787-2711 789-3360

cgreenberg@hsc.mb.ca

Bita Hashemi MD, MSc, FRCPC

Clinical Geneticist, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism ,Assistant Professor

787-4370 bhashemi@hsc.mb.ca

Jing Liu PhD, DABMG

Cytogeneticist, Shared Health Cytogenetics Laboratory

787-2483 jliu@ sharedhealthmb.ca

XiaoQing (Michelle) Liu

Assistant Professor 480-1363 liu@cc.umanitoba.ca

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MD, MS Sandra Marles MD, FRCPC, FCCMG

Clinical Geneticist, Rehabilitation Centre for Children, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism Assistant Professor

smarles@hsc.mb.ca

Heidi Rothenmund MSc, CGC, CCGC

Genetic Counsellor, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism, Lecturer

787-2063 hrothenmund@hsc.mb.ca

Kim Serfas MSc, CCGC

Genetic Counsellor, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism , Lecturer

787-8860 kserfas@hsc.mb.ca

Louise R. Simard PhD

Professor 977-5689 Louise.Simard@umanitoba.ca

Elizabeth L. Spriggs PhD, FCCMG

Molecular Geneticist, Shared Health Genomics Laboratory, Assistant Professor

787-2843 BSpriggs@sharedhealthmb.ca

Ginette Talbot MS, CGC

Genetic Counsellor, Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism , Lecturer

787-4804 gtalbot@hsc.mb.ca

Barbara, Triggs-Raine, PhD

Professor, Department Head 789-3218 Barbara.Triggs-Raine@umanitoba.ca

Nicole Yang, MS, CGC

Genetic Counsellor Shared Health Program in Genetics & Metabolism, Lecturer

787-8820 nyang2@exchange.hsc.mb.ca

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MSc GCP CLINICAL ROTATIONS Clinical rotations begin in the first semester with observation in clinics and the laboratory. Over time, the student will have progressive assignment of responsibilities to allow them to develop advanced genetic counselling skills. Detailed information about the expectation and processes for each rotation are listed in the course syllabi (UM learn). Student rotations have been designed to provide exposure to CAGC Practice and Knowledge Based Competencies and ACGC Practice Based Competencies. Clinic rotations will be completed by May of second year. Remedial rotations will be arranged in May-June, if required. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CLINICAL ROTATIONS: As the Genetic Counselling Clinical Rotation course involves direct patient contact, all student-patient relationships are to be based on values of care and respect for the patient’s autonomy, individuality, welfare and freedom. Students must conduct themselves in a respectful manner in all student-patient interactions. Students must accurately represent their experience, competence and credentials, including training and academic degrees. For each genetic counselling case, they must seek out and acquire sufficient and relevant information and relay that information accurately. They must recognize the limits of their knowledge, expertise and competency in all patient interactions. All student-patient interactions are confidential and students must adhere to Personal Health Information Act (PHIA). All student-supervisor interactions must be mutually respectful, cooperative and supportive. ATTENDANCE: Attendance for clinical rotations is mandatory. Students must arrive to clinic on time and may not leave the clinic early without the consent of the supervisor. It is the responsibility of the student to arrange with the supervisor to make up any missed clinical hours, as completion of all clinical hours is mandatory. Please note clinical work is not to interfere with scheduled classes or other programmatic items listed in the GCP calendar unless previously arranged. If a scheduling conflict arises, it is the responsibility of the student to notify all involved parties to identify a solution. DRESS CODE: Students are expected to dress professionally (business casual) while in clinic and ancillary meetings (including academic sessions), following the dress code of the Health Care Institution, which will be reviewed with each individual rotation site. In general, improper wear would include blue jeans, shorts, flip-flops, sneakers and halter/tank tops. Students are expected to wear proper identification at all clinical sites (U Manitoba/ Hospital ID badges). CLINICAL ROTATION CONTRACT: At the beginning of each clinical rotation block, the student and clinical supervisor will complete a Clinical Rotation Contract. This contract will outline the agreement of the student-supervisor expectations/responsibilities, define rotation goals/objectives, and how feedback will be provided (both formally and informally). This will be provided to the program director. Should a conflict arise between student and supervisor, the two parties are encouraged to address the concern directly. If either party feels resolution cannot be obtained, the GC Program Director is to be notified and appropriate investigation or follow-up will occur.

COUNSELLING AIDS: Students may purchase or create their own Genetic Counselling Aids. Two optional resources include “Greenwood Genetics Counselling Aids” (Book or App) and “Genetics Visual Aids for Educators and Health Care Professionals. Cindy Campbell-Lashley. CCL Books. ISBN-10: 0979298539.”

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CASE LOGS – CLINICAL AND NON-CLINICAL EXPERIENCES: Students are required to maintain a complete logbook of their clinical and non-clinical experiences throughout the MSc Genetic Counselling Program. A logbook excel template is provided to all students to facilitate tracking of student experiences in fall of year 1. This excel template will be reviewed by the student and the program director in formal meetings but also can be reviewed by the main supervisor on a rotation to identify areas requiring further focus/practice (ie: case types or fundamental counselling roles). CLINICAL EXPERIENCES: Documentation of clinical experiences (face-to-face or telehealth) are to be completed using Logbook Case Forms on any case where a student provided clinical care with an ABGC, ABMG, CAGC or CCMG certified supervisor, starting in the Winter of Year 1. Each case should include the following documented on the logbook case form:

1. Month and year of patient encounter 2. Supervisor Name and credentials 3. The management, education and counselling roles performed by the student (see ACGC

Fundamental Counselling Roles) 4. The ACGC clinic type (e.g., prenatal, pediatric, adult, individual vs family session etc.) (note TH

sessions here) 5. The primary indication/diagnosis 6. The clinical supervision provided (i.e.: performed X part of session only, multiple corrections

required or counselled independently, etc) 7. The student’s reflections about the case, including the supervision feedback

It is acceptable to make de-identified copies of clinical materials to complete case information. This form should be completed by the student prior to requesting supervisor signature for the case. Case forms must be submitted to the supervisor within 2-3 weeks of the activity, unless previously arranged. CORE CASES: As per the ACGC, “core cases” are defined as a clinical interactions which occurs face-to-face (5 telehealth cases are permitted), and active student participation in at least 1 role in each of the 3 categories of ACGC Fundamental Counselling Roles. Cases must indicate exposure to a variety of genetic issues throughout the life cycle, including:

Individuals affected with genetic conditions Family sessions, i.e. sessions in which multiple family members are evaluated and/or counselled

(note: these sessions only count as one [1] case

ACGC CASE TYPE/ CLINIC TYPE

Preconception

Prenatal counselling: (advanced maternal age, maternal serum/1st trimester screening abnormal ultrasound, maternal disease, teratogen, etc.) Pediatric genetics (general, disease-specific)

Adult/presymptomatic genetics (cancer, cardiovascular, neurogenetic, etc.)

NON CLINICAL EXPERIENCES: There are a number of required experiences which are not face-to-face genetic are to be documented on the Non-Clinic Experiences Form. These include:

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NON CLINICAL EXPERIENCES CODE

Non-face-to-face genetic counselling encounters (e.g. telephone counselling) TELE

Clinical experience with non-genetics providers (e.g. physicians, psychologists) NONGEN

Genetics-related experiences with public health agencies PH

Laboratory experiences (variant Interpretation, etc) LAB

Support Groups (include reflection) SUP

Community Outreach (e.g. school teaching program) COMM

Educational Conferences CONF

Out-of-Centre Genetic Testing Committee meeting (include reflection) OOC

Other (e.g. research/family studies registries, non-certified genetics professionals, international clinical experiences, industry)

OTH

*Optional Experiences Include: Research/family studies registries Work with non-certified genetics professionals International clinical experiences Industry experiences

LOGBOOK: In order to complete the MSc Program and be eligible the CAGC and ABGC examinations, a completed logbook of core cases and non-clinical experiences as described below must be submitted to the Program Director by April 30. All documents should be organized in a binder, with a separate index for both Core Cases and Non-Clinical Experiences. In addition, candidates must also submit their completed excel logbook template documenting all cases and experiences electronically to the program director for record keeping/statistics. Core Cases: This section should include an index, reporting case ID, date, supervisor, ACGC defined clinic, counselling roles, referral reason (note TH here). This index can be created by printing a landscape of the excel logbook template, by shrinking to fit on one page. Further documentation relevant to the case may be requested (ie: anonymized clinical documentation, etc) if the logbook case form contains insufficient information. It is recommended that the students choose cases that document each counselling role at least once. A specific number of cases per counselling role or practice area are not required, although it is important for the candidate to document exposure to a variety of genetic issues throughout the life cycle as seen in clinical practice. Some examples of the breakdown based on primary practice area are:

ABGC Practice Analysis (2011) NSGC PSS (2018) Adult (Cancer) 25% ~40% Prenatal 40% ~30% Pediatrics 25% ~15% Adult (Cardiac, Neuro, Precon, Other)

10% ~15%

Non-Clinical Experiences: Format: At least one of each of the experiences is to be documented on the non-clinical case form, although it is acceptable to submit up to 5 per category. Submit the Non-Clinical Case Form, plus additional material as noted above. The index should include Date/Location, Experience Type, and Supervisor.

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ACGC FUNDAMENTAL COUNSELLING ROLES Management Roles:

M1: Case preparation involves reviewing all relevant information about the client and the indication for genetic counseling prior to the session.

M2: Collection/documentation of medical, developmental and/or pregnancy history implies the eliciting of pertinent medical information including pregnancy, development and medical histories and environmental exposures.

M3: Collection/documentation of family history/pedigree involves the eliciting of information for and construction of a complete pedigree.

M4: Risk assessment involves pedigree analysis and evaluation of medical and laboratory data to determine recurrence/occurrence risks.

M5: Evaluation/coordination of genetic testing includes determining the appropriate genetic test(s), evaluating laboratories, and/or coordinating the testing.

M6: Clinical documentation (clinic notes, letters) implies writing clinic notes or letters about the appointment

M7: Other follow-up (calls, referrals) includes but not limited to conducting further literature review, maintaining contact with the family to address any additional concerns, or identification of other health care professionals or resources for patient care.

Education Roles E1: Develop a counseling plan and agenda that includes pertinent education issues to address E2: Inheritance pattern involves educating patients about modes of inheritance. E3: Risk counseling involves educating patients about their personal and/or familial risks E4: Diagnosis/prognosis/natural history includes conveying genetic, medical, and technical

information about the diagnosis, etiology, natural history and prognosis of genetic conditions and/or birth defects.

E5: Medical management/prevention/treatment includes discussing current medical management, prevention, and treatment of genetic conditions and/or birth defects.

E6: Genetic and/or prenatal testing options and possible results/benefits/limitations includes explaining the technical and medical aspects of diagnostic and screening methods and reproductive options, including associated risks, benefits, and limitations

E7: Results disclosure involves interpreting the results and discussing them with the patient; can include the development of teaching aids and the provision of educational materials

E8: Research options /consenting involves discussion about research opportunities and/or consenting the patient for the study.

Counselling Roles C1: Establishing rapport/contracting refers to initiating the genetic counseling session, eliciting

client concerns and expectations and establishing the agenda. C2: Psychosocial assessment includes eliciting and evaluating social and psychological histories and

assessing clients' psychosocial needs. C3: Psychosocial support/counseling involves providing short term, client-centered counseling,

psychosocial support, and anticipatory guidance to the family as well as addressing client concerns. C4: Resource identification/referral includes helping the client identify local, regional and national

support groups and resources in the community. C5: Case processing/self-assessment/self-reflection: involves critical thinking about the session;

what was done successfully as well as areas to improve.

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SUMMER EXTERNAL ROTATION: This exposure to an Institution outside of Manitoba will allow for a more in-depth, versatile clinical experience. Students must locate and secure a 5-week clinical rotation in an external clinical setting in the first semester. External setting must comply with ACGC criteria (certified supervisors). This is a non-credit rotation, thus will not appear on the student’s transcript.

ANCILLARY CLINICS: In addition to the core clinics listed in the syllabi, graduate students may have the opportunity to rotate in the following clinics/facilities:

o Procrea Heartland Fertility & Gynecology Clinic (701-1661 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB) o Pediatric Neurology - Health Sciences Centre o Amputee Clinic – SCCY (1155 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB) o Muscular Dystrophy Clinics - SCCY (1155 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB) o Spina Bifida Clinic - SCCY (1155 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB) o Manitoba FASD Centre - SCCY (1155 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB) o Craniofacial Differences Clinic - Health Sciences Centre o Bleeding Disorders Program - Health Sciences Centre o Palliative Care - Health Sciences Centre o Complex Care Clinic - SCCY (1155 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB)

EVALUATION: Students are evaluated as described in course syllabi for BGEN 7270 and BGEN 7280. They are expected to provide an evaluation of their clinical supervisor(s) and the rotation site at the conclusion of each rotation.

EXAMINATION: Students will undergo a Clinical Simulation Examination (CSE) at the end of BGEN 7280. A completed logbook of core cases is required at the end of the program as described above.

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GCP ANCILLARY REQUIREMENTS

The following are required items for GCP students. Students are ultimately responsible for managing their own schedule. All programmatic items are scheduled in the shared GCP Calendar. Optional sessions are labelled as such (ie: only if topic is relevant). It is expected that student-scheduled required items should accommodate class and rotation commitments (ie: confirm with the course coordinator/rotation schedule/supervisor that this time is not allocated to clinic). Scheduled by the Program (Check the GCP Calendar)

Medical Genetics Academic Sessions held Thursdays between 2pm and 4pm, Annie Bond Room (Community Services Building)

o Complete one academic presentation annually (guideline review, case presentation, mini-reviews of genetic conditions)

o Participate in informal case rounds o Lead the review of one journal club article annually (student selected)

Laboratory Reviews, held Thursdays between 1pm and 2pm Pan-Can Genetic Counselling Rounds (present in second year)

Scheduled by Clinical Rotation Supervisor

Clinics All patient review or meetings that coordinate with clinic rotations. For example: Referral Review

Meetings, Inpatient Consult Review, and sub-specialty rounds

Self Scheduled Support group meeting (document on Non-Clinical Case Forms) and provide a written summary to

the Program Director. Community Outreach (document on Non-Clinical Case Forms). Complete at least one presentation to

a school, support group, etc. and provide a written summary to the Program Director. Molecular Diagnostic Out of Centre Meeting (document on Non-Clinical Case Forms). Students are

expected to provide a commentary of their impressions to the program director and the Laboratory GC Course on Research Ethics (CORE) Personal Health Information (PHIA) Tutorial – through Shared Health LMS University of Manitoba Personal Health Information (PHIA) Tutorial Academic Integrity Tutorial Professional Educational Conference (Fall Second year – see conference policy) Indigenous Cultures Awareness 2 Day Workshop: Book workshop in Fall Year 1 (confirm dates with

PD) and search the Shared Health LMS for “Indigenous Health” and select the relevant workshop to occur in Spring Year 1

Optional (Distributed through a weekly email)

The following external academic rounds are optional when topics are relevant (a list of sessions will be distributed on a weekly basis)

o Telegraf presentations (bimonthly Royal College training sessions via Telehealth) o Pediatric, Internal Medicine, Fetal Medicine Grand Rounds

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GCP ACADEMIC ADVISING

STUDENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE: See ADVISORY COMMITTEE section.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Graduate students will meet with the Program Director at least twice per semester, once formally and once informally. It is the responsibility of the student to schedule these meetings.

INFORMAL MEETINGS: Informal meetings are to occur in September and February and will review all aspects of the program (coursework, thesis and clinical) and review any concerns which have been identified. No preparation is required in this scenario unless requested by the Program Director.

*Exception: Logbook cases will be reviewed in Fall Year 2 to select elective rotations.

FORMAL MEETINGS: Formal meetings are to occur in November and April and will include a review and documentation of the student's progess and student self-assessment according the the ACGC Core Competencies. Progress will be measured by knowledge acquisition, problem solving skills, clinical competencies and professional behaviour. This will include a review of the student's logbook excel sheet to ensure adequate diversity in case types and competencies addressed. 2 days prior to this meeting, the student is expected to email to the Program Director:

A completed Student Self-Assessment Form (provided) An up to date excel logbook, and a summary of the following:

o # cases with more than case preparation o # cases with at least one management, one education, and one counselling role o Identify any ACGC roles not yet documented o Total non-clinical exposures and types

Contemplate goals for the next 3-4 months in all aspects of the program EXCEPTIONS: The first formal meeting will occur in fall of year 1 and is combined with a Fall BMG Review, and thus will follow the procedure in FALL BMG REVIEW. At the end of Year 1, and in January/February of Year 2, the student will be provided with a written summmary to ensure they meet the goals to stay on track for graduation and entering into the Genentic Counselling profession. An exit interview will be completed at the end of Year 2. Additional meetings can be scheduled on an ad hoc basis.

GCP GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Graduate students are expected to complete GCP requirements by June of the second year (completion of all three major areas of the program) and degrees will be conferred in October. Upon completion of the 2 year MSc GCP, Genetic Counsellors will be eligible for certification through examination with the Canadian Association of Genetic Counselling (CAGC) and/or the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC).

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BMG COURSES

BGEN 7000 - Research Seminar MSc Consists of presentations of the student's current research. For Master’s students only. 1.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7020 – Proteins (Formerly 137.702) Three hours per week, one term. Purification, bioinformatics, characterization, expression, structure, folding and engineering of proteins. 3.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7030 – Enzymology (Formerly 137.703) Two hours per week, one term. Kinetics and mechanisms of action of enzymes. 3.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7040 - Seminars in Human Genetics (Formerly 137.704) Current topics in human genetics including media, research, gene discovery, advances in treatment and therapies, personalized medicine and their influence on clinical care. Inter-professional collaboration and other professional issues related to genetic counselling will also be addressed. Guest lectures will be followed by case-based learning where students work collaboratively through scenarios related to the guest lecture. Prerequisites: Students must be in a graduate program in genetics/related discipline or be a medical genetics resident. 3.0 credit hours

BGEN 7070 - Special Topics in Human Genetics (Formerly 137.707) An assignment, tutorial and discussions course taken only through consultation with the head of the department. The topics will vary depending upon students' needs and interests, and may include specialized topics not available in regular course offerings. 3.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7090 - Principles and Practice of Human Genetics (Formerly 137.709) Lectures, tutorials and assignments designed to review major topics in human genetics and give practical experience in the analysis and interpretation of human genetics data and critical review of published work. 3.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7120 - Laboratory Methods in Human and Medical Genetics (Formerly 137.712) A seminar and assignment course covering an outline of the methods currently in use in human and medical genetic diagnostic and research laboratories. The principles of cell culture, cytogenetic, molecular and biochemical genetic techniques that are used in the diagnosis of human genetic disease and the study of human variation will be reviewed. Students will undertake a practical assignment and write a report. Prerequisite: 125.709 or consent of instructor. 3.0 credit hours

BGEN 7130 - Genetic Epidemiology of Human Populations Lectures, tutorials, and assignments on key concepts, principles, and their applications in mapping the genetic loci/variants for monogenic and complex human diseases/traits. Prerequisite: BGEN 7090 or consent of instructor. 3.0 credit hours.

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BGEN 7142 - Clinical Genetics 1 Clinical applications and principles of single gene, multifactorial, nontraditional inheritance teratogenic causes of disease. Focus on the role of the genetic counsellor in the clinical setting, including history and practice of genetic counselling, genetic counselling skills and case documentation. 3.0 credit hours

BGEN 7144 - Clinical Genetics 2 Clinical application and principles in advance concepts of genetic disease. Focus on the expanded role of the genetic counsellor in the clinical setting including application of role playing for genetic counselling students. Pre-requisite: BGEN 7142 Clinical Genetics – 1. 3.0 credit hours

BGEN 7160 - Theory and Practice of Genetic Counselling (Formerly 137.716) Advanced theoretical and practical aspects of genetic counselling. Ethics, grief, and cultural awareness will be explored in the context of genetic counselling practice. OSCE style case scenarios. Term paper. Prerequisite: Enrolled in the BMG MSc Genetic Counselling Program. 3.0 credit hours

BGEN 7180 - Clinical and Molecular Cytogenetics (Formerly 137.718) Cytogenetic methodology; chromosome architecture; karyotype interpretation; indications for referral; chromosome syndromes and anomalies; prenatal diagnosis; chromosomal basis of oncogenesis; flow cytometry; immunogenetics; fluorescent in situ hybridization; the application of molecular technology to chromosome analysis. Prerequisite: 125.709 or consent of instructor. 3.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7200 - Topics in Biochemistry 1 (Formerly 137.720) Advanced study and reading on two topics chosen by the course director in consultation with the student's supervisor. Topics include but are not limited to Neurochemistry, Lipids, Carbohydrates, Biomembranes, Inborn Errors, and Cystoskeleton Proteins. 3.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7210 - Topics in Biochemistry 2 (Formerly 137.721) Advanced study and reading on two topics chosen by the course director in consultation with the student's supervisor. Topics include but are not limited to Neurochemistry, Lipids, Carbohydrates, Biomembranes, Inborn Errors, and Cystoskeleton Proteins. 3.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7250 - Gene Expression and Epigenetics Three hours per week, one term. Chromatin structure. Epigenetic regulation of transcription. Gene expression regulation. Bioinformatics. 3.0 credit hours.

BGEN 7260 - Cellular and Molecular Biochemistry (Formerly 137.726) Three hours per week, one term. Recent research advances on the study of cellular components, assembly and organization of plasma membrane components, cell signaling, and cell cycle. 3.0 credit hours.

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BGEN 7270 - Introduction to Genetic Counselling Clinic Rotation This rotation will allow students to observe and participate in various genetic counselling settings. Participation will allow for skill development and practical application of genetic counselling fundamentals. Pre-requisite: acceptance into the MSc Genetic Counselling program. Course graded Pass/Fail. 4.0 credit hours

BGEN 7280 - Advanced Genetic Counselling Clinic Rotation This rotation will provide year two students full participation in various genetic counselling settings. Students will be able to use advance genetic counselling skills, building on their skill set from the previous introduction to genetic counselling clinical rotation course. Prerequisite: BGEN 7270. Course graded Pass/Fail. 4.0 credit hours

BGEN 8000 - Research Seminar PhD Consists of presentations of the student's current research. For PhD students only. 1.0 credit hours

IMED 7096 - Stem Cell Biology: Introduction to the Principles of Regenerative Medicine Stem Cell Biology focuses on current knowledge of stem cell biology and regenerative medicine. We will discuss different conceptual aspects of stem cell properties and potency with a solid coverage of fundamental concepts including stem cell niches and microenvironment. We will further highlight the importance of stem cells in relation to human diseases including cancer (cancer stem cells), spinal cord injury, stem cell modeling of neurological disorders, and transplantation. Finally, this course will have an informative session on important ethical issues surrounding embryonic stem cells. This course is suitable for a broad range of graduate students with relevant research interests in stem cell biology and regenerative medicine. Prerequisite: A basic course in Biology or consent of the instructor(s). 1.5 credit hours.

IMED 7098 - Cancer Stem Cell Concepts and Therapeutic Applications This course will introduce normal and cancer stem cell concepts, with an emphasis on the hierarchical of tumours and the diverse roles of tissue microenvironment in sculpting tumour cell phenotypes. Also, targeting of putative cancer stem cells will be discussed in the context of developing novel treatment strategies. Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in cell biology or consent of instructor(s). 1.5 credit hours.

IMED 7110 - Foundations of Scientific Teaching in Bioscience Education This course has been designed to provide doctoral students with an overview of evidence-based principles of learning and teaching, and to enable them to incorporate these principles into the scientific teaching theory, within the context of Bioscience education. The course also prepares the students, as future faculty, to think about learning and teaching as a scholarly endeavor. 1.5 credit hours.

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IMED 7120 - Medical Biochemistry Biochemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids focused on those areas relevant to structure and function of the human body and disease processes. All students are expected to have completed an introductory biochemistry course. The course will consist of lectures, tutorials, and assigned studies. 3.0 credit hours.

IMED 7130 - Foundations in Human Population and Evolutionary Genetics This course will examine how human evolutionary history and sociogenic processes have shaped contemporary patterns of genetic variation, how we can use these patterns to understand the histories and relationships of contemporary human populations, and appropriate methods to assay and interpret these genetic variation patterns. Prerequisite: Incoming students must have passed the graduate Medical Genetics (IMED 7170) course or its undergraduate equivalent, Introduction to Human Genetics (BGEN 3020), or equivalent course prior to taking this course. 1.5 credit hours.

IMED 7140 - Advanced Topics in Human Population and Evolutionary Genetics This course will examine the latest genetic evidence on the origins and evolution of anatomically modern humans and their peopling of the world, the coevolution of genes and culture, and the emergence and dispersal of genetic risk factors for Mendelian and complex diseases and traits that afflict contemporary human populations. Prerequisite: Incoming students must have passed the Foundations in Human Population and Evolutionary Genetics (IMED 7130) or an equivalent course prior to taking this course. 1.5 credit hours

IMED 7170 - Medical Genetics Designed to introduce graduate students to the field of human genetics. Both basic science and clinical issues will be discussed in this course. 3.0 credit hours.

IMED 7200 - Cancer Biology (Formerly 165.720) One hour per week on the basic (cellular and molecular) and clinical (diagnostic and treatment) aspects of cancer. Students will give one seminar and submit an essay on an assigned topic. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 3.0 credit hours.

IMED 7210 - Epigenetics in Development and Human Diseases Emphasis on current understanding about the dynamic mechanisms that instruct when and where genomic DNA is turned on or off. We will discuss the epigenetic mechanisms that control differentiation of specialized cell types during development. Additionally, this course will highlight recent advancements on the impact of epigenetics in neurodevelopmental diseases with regards to the etiology, progression, diagnosis and treatment. In this respect, application of stem cell biology in regenerative medicine, genome-wide genetic-epigenetic strategies and gene therapy approaches will be discussed. Prerequisite: A basic course in biology, or consent of instructor. 1.5 credit hours.

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IMED 7242 - Nucleic Acids: Structure and Function in Normal Development and Diseases This course is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge on nucleic acids structure and function. It will highlight how DNA and RNA contribute to the mechanisms and underlying normal development as well as pathologies including cancer and genetic diseases. To be fully beneficial for the student, it is highly recommended that this course be taken together with IMED 7244. 1.5 credit hours.

IMED 7244 - Nucleic Acids: Manipulation in Biomedical Research This course is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge on nucleic acids manipulation. It will highlight how DNA and PNA can be modified and used in Biomedical Research. To be fully beneficial for the student, it is highly recommended that this course be taken together with IMED 7242. 1.5 credit hours.

IMED 7280 - Medical Computational Biology Medical Computational Biology provides the basic knowledge necessary for students to pursue research in the use of computational methods in biomedical research. The course will focus on concepts necessary for applying computation to genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics experimental data and their application to topics relevant to human health. This course is suitable for a broad range of students with interest in large scale biomedical research. Prerequisites: a basic course in biology and mathematics or the consent of the instructor(s). 3.0 credit hours.

IMED 7290 - Developmental Biology (Formerly 165.729) Emphasizes current principles of organ system development and its application to transgenic approaches to gene function in the context of a whole, developing organism. Prerequisites: IMED 7090 (or 165.709) or ZOOL 2150 (or 022.215) and/or ZOOL 3070 (or 022.307) or consent of instructor. 3.0 credit hours.

IMED 7300 - Microscopy, Optics, Imaging and Analysis in Health Research Theory and practice of modern microscopy, optics, molecular imaging, and analyses used in health research. Participants will gain in depth knowledge through seminars by local and external experts in the field and by hands-on laboratory work in preparing samples for imaging and analyses. Images will be acquired using equipment at the Genomic Centre for Cancer Research and Diagnosis at the Manitoba Institute of Cell Biology. Students will also participate in interactive tutorials and journal club. 3.0 credit hours.

IMED 7302 - Advanced Molecular Imaging Seminar course in which students will learn about innovative methods and advanced analyses of molecular imaging in biomedical research including 2-dimentional and 3-dimensional fluorescent in situ hybridization, live-cell imaging, spectral imaging, and multi-colour imaging. Students will participate in hands-on laboratory exercises, interactive tutorials and journal club. 3.0 credit hours.

IMED 7304 - Functional Genomics and Whole Genome Analyses Seminar course in which students will learn about functional genomics and approaches to whole genome analyses using array technologies. Course content will be delivered by local and external experts in the field. Students will participate in hands-on laboratory exercises with micro-array platforms and computer-

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based data analyses, interactive tutorials and journal club. 3.0 credit hours.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Topic to Query When to Contact Who to Contact Academic Integrity Tutorial

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Topic to Query When to Contact Who to Contact Forms – PhD Courses & Committee

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Counselling - Career Resume, job search Career Services 204.474.9456 or cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca

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Services for Students - Bannatyne

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Services for Students at Bannatyne Campus 204.272.3190 or bcstudentservices@umanitoba.ca

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SERVICES FOR STUDENTS (BANNATYNE CAMPUS) SS@BC S211 Medical Services Building University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 204-272-3190 bcstudentservices@umanitoba.ca Services for Students at the Bannatyne Campus (SS@BC) provides confidential consultation, support and referral services to all RFHS students. As a unit reporting to UM Student Affairs, SS@BC is administratively separate and distinct from your academic program and exists solely to support your personal and academic success. SS@BC is intended as a one-stop hub in which you can access a whole range of services, including counselling and mental health services, advocacy, academic accommodations, career advising, learning skills development, and financial aid. Most services are available on an appointment basis, although urgent cases are handled on a priority basis.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL International Centre 541 UMSU University Centre University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 204-474-8501 international@umanitoba.ca For students attending conferences, study, data collection or clinical rotations abroad, the International Centre supports the development of international partnerships and provides various services to support the mobility of our students, faculty and staff. Services of interest include: Pre-departure training and information: This includes information or courses on travel risk, health and safety, intercultural competency, and ethical community engagement. We can also coordinate individual meetings with faculty and staff regarding travel to high-risk destinations. Risk management and travel safety: Our office provides detailed information on travel safety through our medical and travel security service provider, International SOS. Request your free International SOS Card from the International Centre and carry it with you whenever you travel. Services are available 24/7, 365 days per year, and free for faculty, students, and staff.

FORMS & RESOURCES All forms are available electronically on the Forms and Resources Section of the BMG Website or through UMLearn. Please refer to the FGS Handbook and with the Graduate Academic Calendar as well as your course syllabi for detailed student resources.

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MSC IN GENETIC COUNSELLING: Textbook List 2019-2020

Required and Strongly Recommended Available for Purchase at Bannatyne Bookstore Electronic texts are available through the University of Manitoba Library and the Genetic Counselling Student Toolkit GCP Student Room: Basic Medical Sciences Building, BMSB 310 Medical Genetics Residents Room: Community Services Building Room, FE220 Biochemistry and Medical Genetics Library: Basic Medical Sciences Building, BMSB 340 Required Texts: Students will need a personal copy of the following texts in order to complete required reading and participate in classroom/research activities Nussbaum, R., McInnes, R., & Willard, H.T (2016). Thompson & Thompson Genetics in Medicine (8th ed). Philadelphia: Saunder Elsevier Publishing. ISBN 9781437706963. • NJM Library electronic text, Print copy in Biochemistry and Medical Genetics Library Ulman, W.R., Schuette, J.L., & Yashar, B.M. (2009). A Guide to Genetic Counseling (2nd ed). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons Inc. ISBN 9780470179659. • NJM Library electronic text Weil, J. (2000). Psychosocial Genetic Counseling. New York: Oxford University Press. ISBN 9780195120660. • NJM Library electronic text MacFarlane, IM., McCarthy Veach, P., LeRoy B. (2014). Genetic Counseling Research: A Practical Guide. New York: Oxford University Press. ISBN 9780199359097 Veach, P., LeRoy, B., &. Callanan, N. (2018). Facilitating the Genetic Counselling Process: A Practice Manual (2nd ed).New York: Springer Publishing. ISBN 9783319747989. • NJM Library electronic text and print copy Highly Recommended to have a Personal Copy: Although readings are not assigned, students find having a personal copy useful for clinical rotations/case preparation and management/examination preparation Schneider, K. (2011). Counseling about Cancer: Strategies for Genetic Counseling (3rd ed). New York: Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN: 9780470081501. • NJM Library electronic text Harper, P.S. (2010). Practical Genetic Counselling (8th ed). London: Edward Arnold Ltd. ISBN 978-1444183740 (expected to arrive Oct 2019 to bookstore). • NJM Library print copy (7th edition)

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Recommended Texts: These are secondary resources, which are available to GC students through either the student room or the library. Students are not expected to purchase these texts Genetic Counselling/Counselling Skills Bennett, R. (2010). The Practical Guide to the Genetic Family History (2nd ed). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN: 9780470040720. • Print copy in GCP student room, NJM Library electronic text Buckman, R., & Kason, Yvonne. (1992). How to break bad news : A guide for health care professionals / Robert Buckman ; with contributions by Yvonne Kason. Downsview, Ont.: University of Toronto Press. ISBN 0-8018-4490-8 • Print copy in GCP student room, electronic copy NJM library Gardner, R.J., Sutherland, G.R., & Schaffer, L.S. (2011). Chromosome Abnormalities and Genetic Counseling (4th ed). New York: Oxford University Press. ISBN 9780195375336. • Print copy in GCP Student Room, NJM Library electronic text Goodenberger, ML, Thomas, BC, Kruisselbrink, T. (2017) Practical Genetic Counseling for the Laboratory (1st Edition). Oxford University Press. ISBN: 978-0190604929 • Print copy in GCP Student Room, NJM Library electronic text LeRoy, B., Veach, P., & Bartels, D. (2010). Genetic Counseling Practice: Advanced Concepts and Skills. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN 9780470183557. • Print copy in GCP Student Room, NJM Library electronic text Clinical Genetics Bianchi, D, Crombleholme, T, D'Alton, M, Malone, F. (2010). Fetology: Diagnosis and Management of the Fetal Patient (2nd ed). New York: McGraw-Hill Education/Medical. ISBN: 9780071442015 • Print copy in GCP student room, NJM print copy Cassidy, S.B., & Allanson, J.E. (2010). Management of Genetic Syndromes (3rd ed). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN 9780470191415. • Print copy in GCP student room, NJM Library electronic text Firth, H.V. & Hurst, J.A. (2017). Oxford Desk Reference: Clinical Genetics and Genomics (2nd ed). New York: Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9780199557509. • Print Copy in GCP student room, (1st Ed) in Medical Genetics Residents Room Jones, K.L. Crandall Jones, M., del Campo, M. (2013). Smith’s Recognizable Patterns of Human Malformation (7th ed). Philadelphia: Saunders. ISBN 9781455738113. • Print copy in Medical Genetics Residents Room, NJM Library electronic text Rimoin, D., Pyeritz, R., & Korf, B. (2013). Emery and Rimoin's Principles and Practice of Medical Genetics (6th ed). Cambridge, MA: Academic Press. ISBN 9780123838353. • Electronic copy in GCP Student Room, NJM Library electronic text Scriver, C., Beaudet, A., Sly, W., Valle, W., Childs, B;, Kinzler, K., Vogelstein, B.(2000). The Metabolic and Molecular Bases of Inherited Disease (8th ed). New York: McGraw-Hill Professional. ISBN 9780079130358. • Print copy (7th ed) in Medical Genetics Residents Room, NJM Library electronic text

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Stevenson, R.E., Hall, J.G., Everman, D., & Solomon, B. (Eds). (2015). Human Malformations and Related Anomalies (3rd ed). New York: Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0199386031. • Print copy of 2nd edition in GCP Student Room, NJM Library electronic text Human Genetics Jobling, M., Hollox, E., Hurles, M., & Kivisild, T. (2013). Human Evolutionary Genetics (2nd ed). New York: Garland Science. ISBN 9780815341482. • Print copy in Biochemistry and Medical Genetics Library, NJM Library print copy Speicher, M., Antonarakis, S.E., Motulsky, A.G. (Eds.). (2010). Vogel and Motulsky's Human Genetics: Problems and Approaches (4th ed). 2010. M. New York: Springer. ISBN: 9783540376538. • Print copy in Biochemistry and Medical Genetics Library, NJM Library electronic text Strachan, T., & Read, A. (2010). Human Molecular Genetics (4th ed). New York: Garland Science. ISBN 9780815341499. • Print copy in Biochemistry and Medical Genetics Library Research Methodology: Hesse-Biber, SN (2017). The practice of qualitative research (3rd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications, Inc. ISBN 9781452268088. • Print copy in GCP student room, print copy at Dafoe Library Miles, MM, Huberman, AM, Saldaña, J (2019). Qualitative data analysis: a methods sourcebook (5th edition) author. Thousand Oaks, California: SAGE Publications, Inc. ISBN: 9781412972123. • Print copy in GCP student room, print copy in NJM Library (4th edition) Patton, MQ. (2015) Qualitative research and evaluation methods: integrating theory and practice (4th edition). Newbury Park, SAGE Publications, Inc. ISBN 9781412972123. • Print copy in GCP student room, print copy in NJM Library Van Manen, M. (2018). Researching lived experience: Human science for an action sensitive pedagogy (2nd Edition). Albany, N.Y.: State University of New York Press. 978-1629584164 • Print copy in GCP student room, print copy in NJM Library External Courses Required/Recommended Texts: See Course Outlines in UM Learn