Table 1. Assessment genetics core competencies.

Medical Knowledge (number of questions*)	Genetic Counseling (number of questions*)
1.1 Basic human genetics terminology (15)	1.7 The role of behavioral, social and environmental factors to modify or influence genetics in manifestation of disease (3)
1.2 Basic patterns of biological inheritance and variation (10)	1.10 The potential physical and/or psychosocial benefits, limitations and risks of genetic information for individuals, family members and communities (7)
1.3 How identification of disease-associated genetic variations facilitates development of prevention, diagnosis and treatment options (11)	1.12 The resources available to assist clients seeking genetic information or services, including the types of genetics professionals available and their diverse responsibilities (2)
1.4 The importance of family history in assessing predisposition to disease (8)	1.13 The components of the genetic counseling process and the indications for referral to genetic specialists (14)
1.5 The role of genetic factors in maintaining health and preventing disease (13)	2.3 Ability to explain basic concepts of probability and disease susceptibility and the influence of genetic factors in maintenance of health and development of disease (7)
1.6 The difference between clinical diagnosis of disease and identification of genetic predisposition to disease (9)
1.14 The indications for genetic testing and/or gene-based interventions (2)
2.1 Ability to gather genetic family history information, including an appropriate multigenerational family history (1)

*Certain assessment questions covered multiple competencies.