MASTERS OF SCIENCE IN GENETIC COUNSELING PROGRAM

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS (2014-2015)

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will provide scholarship grants to ten (10)

qualified Masters of Science in Genetic Counseling applicants.

The scholarships shall provide impetus to the genetic counseling program and respond to the need for

genetic counselors to be fielded in 17 regions of the country. These genetic counselors will be part of

the management team of Newborn Screening-Long Term Follow up Clinics (NBS-LTFCs) which has

been set- up by the middle of 2014 as initial plan to strengthen the treatment and referral network and

ensure capable management of patients identified in newborn screening.

Successful applicants to the program may be considered for the DOST Scholarship. Below are the

details of the Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Program and DOST Scholarships criteria for

applicants.

1. MS Genetic Counseling Program is a two- year degree program under the Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine that prepares students to become competent genetic counselors

who will serve a vital role in the access, delivery, and expansion of medical genetics in the

country.

2. Following are the general requirements for MSGC Program: a. An original and a photocopy of the application form (2 pages) b. An original and two (2) photocopies of Official (Original) Transcript of Records c. A Certified True Copy and one (1) photocopy of Diploma with the University/ College

seal and signature of the registrar in ink.

d. Two (2) copies of Curriculum Vitae e. Two (2) complete and signed Recommendations (forms provided in the Application

Packet). The sealed envelope must be address to: THE DIRECTOR, NGOHS

f. Photocopy of Birth Certificate g. Photocopy of Marriage Contract for married female applicants h. An Essay on an 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper describing your motivation for pursuing

graduate study and your view of self- directed learning as a description of your research

interest.

i. A photocopy of PRC License / Certificate (for MRS, MRS-SP, MS Dentistry and MA in Nursing Applicants)

j. A dissertation proposal abstract and published creative works (for PhD Nursing Applicants)

k. An original and one (1) photocopy of official receipt of application fee

3. Deadline of submission of applications and requirements is on July 24, 2014.

4. All required documents in original copies must be submit to: UP Manila National Graduate Office for the Health Sciences (NGOHS)

Padre Faura corner Ma. Orosa Street, Ermita 1000 Manila

Tel Nos: 526-5870, 523-1495 telefax: 5231498

Email: ngohs@post.upm.edu.ph

5. Application forms and list of requirements may also be obtained from NGOHS website at www.ngohs.upm.edu.ph.

6. Applicants interested to apply for the DOST Scholarship may fax at (02) 310-3957 or email to msgc@post.upm.edu.ph the attached reply slip before July 24, 2014.

DOST - ASTHRDP Scholarship Grant

Master of Science in Genetic Counseling

1. CRITERIA OF ELIGIBILITY The applicant must:

not be more than 45 years old

be a Filipino citizen

be of good moral character

be in good health condition

have passed the admission requirements for graduate studies at any of the DOST identified institutions

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP Passed the basic criteria of eligibility

Transcript of Records (GWA/GPA must be above 85% or better with no failing grades)

Undergraduate course must be in line with MS Genetic Counseling

Recommendation/Endorsement from head of institution

Certificate of Admission from the Graduate School where the course is intended to be taken

Career Plans 3. SCREENING AND NOMINATION

Applicants will be evaluated based from the

documentary evaluation (70%)

panel interview (30%)

4. BENEFITS

Stipend of PhP15,000 per month

Actual Tuition Fees & other school fees

Book Allowance PhP7,500 per academic year

Round Trip Tickets for Off-base qualifiers (regions)

Thesis Assistance

Insurance (Accident & Medical)

MS GENETIC COUNSELING

DOST SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

REPLY SLIP

Send before: July 24, 2014 Attention: DR. CARMENCITA D. PADILLA MSGC Coordinator Fax No.: (02) 310-3957 Email Ad: msgc@post.upm.edu.ph _____ I am interested to apply for the DOST Scholarship Program for Academic Year 2014-2015. _____ I am interested to apply for the DOST Scholarship Program for Academic Year 2015-2016. _____________________________ Printed Name & Signature School / Affiliation:______________________________________________________ Contact No. __________________________ Email Ad: ___________________________