29-9092.00

Genetic Counselors

Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provide information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions. Advise individuals and families to support informed decisionmaking and coping methods for those at risk. May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling.

2.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

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Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 50% probability of automation for this role
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25%
of jobs safer
763
jobs riskier than this
+9.3%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Human-Centric

This occupation relies heavily on human judgment, empathy, creativity, or physical dexterity that remains beyond current AI capabilities.

Genetic counselors use AI tools like Fabric Genomics and Illumina's DRAGEN pipeline for variant interpretation support and clinical literature synthesis. Communicating complex genetic risk to patients and families, coordinating psychological support, and navigating ethically complex decisions about hereditary disease require skilled human counselors. The 2025-2027 outlook is strongly positive; genetic testing volumes are growing rapidly and trained genetic counselors are in chronic shortage, with AI tools augmenting their capacity.

Augmented byAI augmentation tools

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$98,910
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+9.3%
Faster than average
Education Required
Master's degree
Job Zone 5 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →