HSC CMO7: Genetics in health and social care

1. Understand the process of cell division

• 1.1. Describe the structure and function of genes in relation to DNA
• 1.2. Describe the process of mitosis
• 1.3. Describe the process of meiosis

2. Understand Mendelian inheritance

• 2.1. Describe the laws of inheritance
• 2.2. Explain dominant and recessive factors

3. Understand the causes of sex-linked genetic conditions

• 3.1. Explain sex-linked inheritance
• 3.2. Explain sex-linked conditions
• 3.3. Interpret pedigree diagrams in relation to sex linked inheritance

4. Understand genetic counselling

• 4.1. Explain the function of genetic screening
• 4.2. Explain how the role of the genetic counsellor has evolved
• 4.3. Analyse the role of genetic counselling in supporting individuals