Training activity information
Details
Identify the patient’s agenda for a range of trainee led genetic counselling consultations taking into account the concerns and priorities for the individual/couple and/or family
Type
Entrustable training activity (ETA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee repeatedly, consistently, and effectively over time, in a range of situations. This may include occasions where the trainee has not successfully achieved the outcome of the activity themselves. For example, because it was not appropriate to undertake the task in the circumstances or the trainees recognised their own limitations and sought help or advice to ensure the activity reached an appropriate conclusion.
Reflection at multiple timepoints on the trainee learning journey for this activity.
Considerations
- Counselling theory
- Core skills, including: empathy, congruence and warmth
- Advanced skills, including: advanced empathy, concreteness and challenge
- Active listening skills to elicit information
- Establishment of good rapport with the individual/family
- Factors that may influence communication such as age, capacity, language and learning ability
- Professional standards, including:
- AGNC code of ethics
- GCRB code of conduct
- Good scientific practice
- HCPC standards of proficiency
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Apply counselling skills within genetic and genomic counselling consultations. |
| # 2 |
Outcome
Interpret and elicit appropriate medical, family and psychological history from patients in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Employ counselling skills to facilitate individual/couple and family decision-making. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Practice in accordance with the relevant standards. |