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Hi,
With your interest in understanding human behavior, you may opt for Psychology. It is the scientific study of the human mind and behavior.
As you haven't mentioned your educational background below are the course and career related details referring to your interest.
You have two options in Psychology : -
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If you have completed 12th in Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology as your subjects, you may go for MBBS. And after that you may either do a postgraduate course (M.D.- Doctor of Medicine) in Psychiatry or a Diploma in Psychiatric Medicine (DPM) to become a qualified Psychiatrist.
Besides MD and DPM, The National Board of Examinations conducts a programme called Diploma of National Board Exam (DNB). The DNB is considered to be equivalent to a MD degree.
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To become a Psychologist, you need to obtain a degree in Psychology or allied subjects.
You may then go for Post graduation in the desired branch of Psychology (Clinical Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Criminal Psychology, Child Psychology, Sports Psychology etc).
You may alongside attend workshops and short term therapeutic / organizational courses to enhance your counselling skills and widen up your opportunities.
Then, opt for research programs and apply for jobs in public or private sector and acquire experience alongside in the related field.
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Further, if you wish to establish yourself as a Clinical Psychologist and open up your clinic, then, it would be advisable to enroll in those courses which are recognized by Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) and be in touch with the council for the rules and regulations to obtain a licence. This licence will help you to open your own clinic legally.
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Job Prospects :
After completing the course, you can seek job in various sectors such as private industry, universities, schools & colleges, clinics, hospitals and in government agencies.
You may work under the management of doctoral level psychologists.
You can also work in sectors such as in health centers as assistant in administrative department and rehabilitation sector.
You may even work in research establishments, welfare organizations, child / youth guidance centers.
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