This Basic Level course briefly reviews the different types of genetic testing, including "direct to consumer" options, discusses what various results may mean, discusses benefits and possible discrimination associated with genetic testing, and briefly touches on genetic ancestry testing.

At the completion of this course the reader will be able to:

1. List the different types of Genetic Testing.
2. Define Informed Consent.
3. Describe what "Direct to Consumer" testing is.
4. Discuss what various genetic test results may mean.
5. Discuss the benefits of Genetic Testing.
6. Define Genetic Discrimination.
7. Recall whether genes can be patented.
8. Explain Genetic Ancestry Testing.