Training activity: 6

Details

Provide genetic and genomic counselling, using a shared decision-making approach in a supportive manner, in a case where pre-conceptual choices are being discussed with an individual or couple at increased risk of having a pregnancy affected with a genetic condition

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

• Reproductive options
• Counselling strategies to facilitate the couple’s decision making
• Counselling strategies to facilitate the couple’s adjustment to this decision
• Counselling skills including:
  • Active listening skills
  • Clarification skills
  • Reflection and summary skills
  • Appropriate use of empathic statements
  • Ability to establish a good rapport with the individual/family
• Professional standards, including:
  • AGNC cde 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.
# 3	Outcome Employ counselling skills to facilitate individual/couple and family decision-making.
# 4	Outcome Identify opportunities to make referrals for individuals and/or families to other support agencies.
# 6	Outcome Apply communication skills within genetic and genomic counselling consultations, tailoring the method and style of communication to facilitate understanding of complex information.
# 7	Outcome Practice in accordance with the relevant standards.