ヨツモト　ジュンコ   YOTSUMOTO Junko   四元　淳子    所属   埼玉医科大学  医学部 ゲノム医療科    職種   専任講師
論文種別	学術雑誌(原著)
言語種別	英語
査読の有無	査読あり
表題	Professional development of certified genetic counselors in Japan: The Japanese Association of Certified Genetic Counselors biennial survey for FY2022
掲載誌名	正式名：Journal of Genetic Counseling
掲載区分	国外
著者・共著者	Survey and Research Study Committee of the Japanese Association of Certified Genetic Counselors , Ayumi Abe, Nana Akiyama, Momoko Kato, Mari Kikuchi, Manami Matsukawa, Sawako Matsuzaki, Mami Morita, Saki Shimada, Eriko Takamine, Asuka Toshida, Mari Tsubata, Junko Yotsumoto
発行年月	2026/05
概要	AIM: This biennial survey assessed the current status, fields of activity, and professional roles of Certified Genetic Counselors (CGCs) in Japan for future career advancement. METHODS: The FY2022 survey was conducted by the Japan Association of Certified Genetic Counselors (JACGC) among its 388 members, focusing on workforce issues, work-life balance, and career planning. RESULTS: Most CGCs were employed in clinical settings (78.7%), followed by education (14.2%) and industry (7.1%), spanning 34 of 47 prefectures (72.3%). Primary specialties included cancer (77.3%) and prenatal (66.0%) fields, with growing contributions in pediatric (55.3%) and neuromuscular (46.1%) fields. Responsibilities ranged from administrative tasks to specialized roles in research and education. CONCLUSION: CGCs consistently demonstrate their professional value across diverse fields. As genetic medicine expands, they are expected to broaden their scope and drive professional advancement in Japan.