Science Lives
Science Lives provides information about lesser-known careers that rely on a science education and scientific way of thinking. Scientists working in these fields tell us about their jobs and the personal journeys that led to them. Science Lives strives to be both informative and inspirational, providing reassurance to those unsure of what their next steps are and where they will lead
Science Lives
Cheyla Clark, Genetic Counselor
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Peter Coward
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Episode 16
In this episode, I speak with Cheyla Clark, a genetic counselor at a clinic specializing in high-risk pregnancy. Initially planning to go to medical school, Cheyla changed direction late in her undergraduate program after learning about genetic counseling. However, it took several years before she was accepted into a Master’s Program in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling, during which time she earned a Master’s of Public Health degree, held a variety of different full time and part time jobs, and served as an AmeriCorps member. We’ll talk about all these experiences and of course find out about what her job is like.