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Rehabilitation Council of India

Definition

Indian statutory body regulating clinical psychology (and related professions); requires M.Phil. (Clinical Psychology) as the minimum registration qualification; no distinct forensic psychology specialty registration exists.

Type
Indian statutory regulatory body
Regulates
Clinical psychologists and related professions
Minimum qualification
M.Phil. (Clinical Psychology)

Common questions

What is the Rehabilitation Council of India?+

It is India's statutory body responsible for registering and regulating clinical psychologists and related professions. It sets minimum qualification standards for practice.

What qualifications do I need to register as a clinical psychologist in India?+

The Rehabilitation Council of India requires a minimum M.Phil. (Clinical Psychology) degree to practice as a registered clinical psychologist.

Is there a separate forensic psychology registration in India?+

No, there is no distinct forensic psychology specialty registration through the Rehabilitation Council. Forensic work falls under the broader clinical psychology registration framework.

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