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Asked by Anonymous - Dec 10, 2024Hindi
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Dear Sir, I'm a CBSE class 10 student. I'm very much confused about my career right now. I am deeply interested in psychology and I want to become a clinical psychologist. But I also want to move abroad and this rises a lot of problems. I mean I have to work a lot just to get a license to practice in any country. I belong to a middle class family in a small town. I cant afford to study abroad. Kindly give me some advice.

Ans: Thoroughly prepare and perform effectively in the CUET Exam to secure admission into a prestigious Central or State University for your undergraduate studies in Psychology. Upon completing your undergraduate studies, strategize for your subsequent education, whether in India or abroad. All the Best for Your Prosperous Future.

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Step 9: Adjust Your Expectations on a Safer Side
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Example Calculation:
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