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Medical Licensing
The Ministry of Aliyah and Integration is offering a retroactive reimbursement of up to 4,000 NIS to Olim who were required to translate and/or notarize documents in order to transfer their professional license in Israel. The Oleh must submit the original receipts (or verified copies).
Medical Laboratory Staff
If you have a BA or MA in laboratory work, you will be automatically recognized as a lab technician in Israel. If you studied other areas, you will be required to work for 6 months in a recognized laboratory. At the end of the work period, you will need to take a licensing exam.
Hebrew Knowledge
In order to obtain a license from the Misrad Habriut, you must personally submit your request at the Misrad Habriut office closest to your home (according to the address written in your Israeli Identification Card).
Hebrew Knowledge
In order to become recognized and licensed as a psychologist in Israel, one must complete a Master’s degree (or higher) as well as a bachelor’s degree both in psychology containing all requirements and conditions specified online on the Ministry of Health’s website.
Hebrew Knowledge
About 85% of all dentists in Israel work in private clinics or in group practice. Other employment opportunities include Kupot Holim, school clinics, Kibbutzim and hospitals. Dentists working in public institutions are allowed to work in private clinics as well.
Hebrew Knowledge
Occupational Therapists are employed by health funds, hospitals, clinics, special-ed schools, etc.
Obtaining a License
Occupational Therapists are employed by health funds, hospitals, clinics, special-ed schools, etc.
Hebrew Knowledge
In order to be recognized as a nurse in Israel, one must hold a license issued by the Nursing Division of the Ministry of Health.
Hebrew Knowledge
The Ministry of Aliyah and Integration is offering a retroactive reimbursement of up to 4,000 NIS to Olim who were required to translate and/or notarize documents in order to transfer their professional license in Israel. The Oleh must submit the original receipts (or verified copies).
Physician Assistant
The Ministry of Health (MOH) is launching a course to train medical professionals to become PAs within the Israeli medical system. Israeli PAs will work under the supervision and guidance of physicians and will engage in all aspects of medicine: obtaining medical histories, undertaking physical examinations, diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and injuries, ordering and processing of laboratory tests, performing medical procedures, assisting during procedures and advancing health education.
X-Ray Technicians
November 2014 X-ray technicians in Israel find employment in hospitals, dental clinics and private x-ray clinics. Salaries vary according to years of experience in the field and whether you are working in a private or public institution. Professional Certification Following [...]
Speech Therapy & Audiology
There is a strong demand for speech therapists to work in various areas such as Kupot Cholim (health funds), hospitals, clinics, special-ed schools, etc.
Psychology
In the private sector, Psychological services are offered at private clinics, residential treatment centers, institutions for the elderly, family therapy clinics and non-profit organizations.
Podiatry
Podiatrists must be licensed by Misrad Habriut.
Physical Therapy
There is a demand for Physical Therapists in Israel. PT's are employed in health funds, hospitals, clinics, old-age homes, child development centers, special-ed schools, etc.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapists are employed by health funds, hospitals, clinics, special-ed schools, etc.
Pharmacy
In order to obtain a license from the Misrad Habriut, you must personally submit your request at the Misrad Habriut office closest to your home (according to the address written in your Israeli Identification Card).
Midwifery
Before you can obtain recognition as a midwife, you must first become recognized in Israel as a registered nurse. This involves meeting all of the qualifications for nurses and passing the nursing exam.
Nursing
In order to be recognized as a nurse in Israel, one must hold a license issued by the Nursing Division of the Ministry of Health.
Optometry
The role of optometrists is to provide vision care, not to function as eye doctors, and many of the responsibilities held by optometrists in North America are only performed in Israel by ophthalmologists.
Vocational Training Courses & Upskilling for Olim
Listing of vocational courses, retraining programs, and job placement centers for new Olim.
Nutritionists
When you start looking for work, subscribe to local community email lists, where vacancies for dietitians are advertised or where you can post a description of the type of work you are looking for.
Dental Hygienists
In order to be recognized as a dental hygienist in Israel, one must be licensed by Misrad HaBriut (Ministry of Health). In order to obtain a license you must: Meet the educational requirements of Misrad HaBriut, Pass the licensing examination.
Ramat Beit Shemesh
Ramat Beit Shemesh boasts a multitude of established and vibrant Torah communities, coupled with a well-developed infrastructure of schools and organizations, making it the number ONE destination for frum families making Aliyah.
Hebrew Connect
Get ready for your life in Israel by mastering Hebrew before you arrive! Introducing... Master Hebrew before making Aliyah, empowering you to communicate effectively and immerse yourself confidently in Israeli culture! REGISTER NOW! What is [...]
Kiryat Shmuel – Haifa
Kiryat Shmuel, situated in the Haifa region of Northern Israel, is a picturesque suburban gated community. This community is extremely welcoming to newcomers, boasts lush greenery, adorned with numerous parks along its streets. Embracing individuals from various walks of religious life in Israel, Kiryat Shmuel takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of unity (achdus) and mutual respect among its diverse communities. The community is led by Rabbi Zalman Hacarmi, who is the nephew of Rabbi Gifter from Cleveland. Conveniently situated within walking distance of the local train station connecting to Haifa, Tel Aviv, Beer Sheva, and Jerusalem, Kiryat Shmuel is also within walking distance to grocery stores and is a short drive away from multiple malls, outlets, and large supermarkets, enhancing the residents' accessibility and convenience.
Karmiel
Over the past several years, Karmiel has emerged as a fantastic choice for Anglo-Olim. This middle-class, picturesque city provides an ideal environment for raising children, offering abundant open spaces, parks, and playgrounds. The integrated Yeshivish/Balebatish community, with its out-of-town flavor, allows each family to carve out its niche. Distanced from the hustle of the city center, the tranquil and unhurried lifestyle offers Anglos a gentle transition and integration into Israeli culture. Despite its modest size, the schools are outstanding, and the community exudes vibrancy.
Afula
Over the past decade, Afula has undergone a transformative expansion and development of its frum community. The city offers a quiet and peaceful atmosphere, encompassing all the amenities characteristic of a frum community, and is conveniently situated not far from major shopping and business centers. This mid-sized city boasts a proud out-of-town flavor and offers more affordable housing than many other cities across Israel. The blend of its diverse frum communities, the accepting attitude of its residents, and the presence of numerous schools and mosdos position Afula as an ideal destination for Olim seeking to establish Torah homes in a healthy, relaxed, and more affordable environment.
Rechovot
Nestled in the heart of Israel between Yerushalayim and Tel Aviv, Rechovot boasts a flat terrain with a warm climate, serving as a home to diverse segments of Israeli society. In this vibrant city, residents not only get along but thrive and have the utmost mutual respect. The city fosters an atmosphere of tolerance and acceptance, influenced significantly by its longtime spiritual leader, the late R’ Simcha Hacohen Cook Z”L. The warm and welcoming residents, combined with a variety of housing options, contribute to the growing trend of more Anglos choosing Rechovot as their city of Aliyah in recent years.
Pharmacy
In order to obtain a license from the Misrad Habriut, you must personally submit your request at the Misrad Habriut office closest to your home (according to the address written in your Israeli Identification Card).
Army Requirements
About 85% of all dentists in Israel work in private clinics or in group practice. Other employment opportunities include Kupot Holim, school clinics, Kibbutzim and hospitals. Dentists working in public institutions are allowed to work in private clinics as well.
Jerusalem Higher Education
Thinking of studying in Israel? Discover prestigious academic programs in Jerusalem! Learn More>> In a joint initiative, The Jerusalem Municipality (Iriat Yerushalayim), Jerusalem Development Authority (Harishut L’Pituach Yerushalayim), and the Ministry of Jerusalem and Tradition [...]
Higher Education
Welcome to the Nefesh B’Nefesh Higher Education Hub, your go-to destination for a wealth of information on university programs and benefits. Delve into comprehensive details about various university programs, including pre-academic initiatives, entrance exams, academic scholarships, diplomas, and more. [...]
Prerequisites for Taking the Licensing Exam
In order to be recognized as a nurse in Israel, one must hold a license issued by the Nursing Division of the Ministry of Health.
MedPro South Africa 2024
Date: 2nd November in Cape Town and 5-6th November in Johannesburg Speak to NBN's Medical Professionals Team at the JAFI Aliyah Expo [...]
Army Requirements for Physicians
The Ministry of Aliyah and Integration is offering a retroactive reimbursement of up to 4,000 NIS to Olim who were required to translate and/or notarize documents in order to transfer their professional license in Israel. The Oleh must submit the original receipts (or verified copies).
Aliyah MedEx 2024
Date: Sunday March 10th, 2024 in the New York Area MedEx is the can't-miss event for medical professionals considering Aliyah! The Israeli medical license transfer process [...]
Nefesh B’Nefesh Welcomes its 75,000th Oleh on Summer Aliyah Charter Flight
Among the Olim welcomed at Ben Gurion Airport were 40 future lone soldiers, 100 children, and 27 medical professionals
Aliyah MedEx 2023
Coming Sunday and Monday, March 19th and 20th, 2023 at the Glenpointe Marriott in Teaneck, New Jersey The Aliyah MedEx is the 'can't miss' event for medical professionals considering Aliyah! [...]
How to Find your Community in Israel
There is so much paperwork involved in planning your Aliyah that you might forget about some other key aspects that require your attention to set yourself up for success in Israel.
Nof Hagalil
Surrounded by mountains and nature Nof HaGalil is a small city with a huge potential for Olim. Home to residents of all backgrounds and cultures, secular and religious, young families and retirees Nof HaGalil is inviting you to learn about life in the capital of the Galil.
Networking and Employment Strategies for Your Job Search
The whole world seems to have changed, and that includes the job world. Searching for a job in Israel during these unusual times may seem like a daunting task, especially if you cannot take a pilot trip to network and investigate your field.
Raanana
Ra’anana was founded in the early 1920s by a group of New Yorkers as an agricultural settlement. Since that time, the city of Ra’anana has rapidly grown in popularity, especially among Olim from North America and the rest of the world.
Beit Shemesh/RBS
Since 1991, the English speaking population has grown to be a significant presence on the Beit Shemesh scene in areas such as commerce, politics, and volunteerism. Yet the beauty of being an Oleh resident of Beit Shemesh is that you join Olim from Russia, Ethiopia, France and other European countries to become part of a vibrant mosaic of the “Ingathering of the Exiles.”
Modiin-Maccabim-Reut
Before 1996, Modi’in existed only in the dreams of its government promoters and the imagination of its designer, famed architect Moshe Safdi. Today, remarkably, Modi’in has over 90,000 residents and is expected to reach 120,000 within the next 10 years.
Tel Aviv-Yafo
Considered to be the Manhattan or London of Israel, Tel Aviv is Israel’s city that never sleeps. It is the country’s center of the arts, finance, law, and business, and it offers a wide variety of lifestyles, cultures and around-the-clock places of interest to visit.
Stay-at-Home Mother Navigates Life in the Galil
Many trips to and from the bathroom with a feverish, sick preschooler… finally get her comfortable and asleep.
A Day in Omer
In just two short weeks, I will be Mrs. Weiss. Hi everyone! My name is Danielle Muchnik. As you may have already inferred, I am getting married very, very soon. To be exact, November 28, 2013. This day is very [...]
An Aliyah Story: Doni Cohen
*This article was taken from the Jewish Link New Jersey and was written by Tzvi Silver/JLNJ Israel. The original article can be found here. Doni Cohen, an Oleh from Bergenfield, New Jersey made Aliyah with his family to Efrat four [...]
The Entrepreneur Committed to Saving Lives
In 2004, Ariel Beery was fresh out of the Israeli army and an undergraduate student at Columbia University. Israel was a hot topic on campus, and Ariel found that the discussions were far from nuanced. There were pro-Israel activists and there were anti-Israel activists, and thousands of miles from the Middle East, the student body could not find common ground.
From Synagogues to Millionaires
From the hi-tech and academic hub of Israel’s north, meet Maurice Ross- the Special Donor Relations Coordinator for the Technion. Smart, sweet, personable, and articulate- it is no wonder he has successfully integrated in his field of non-profit, post-fundraising support.
Where Are They Now? The Olim of the July 2014 Charter Flight
In honor of the July 2015 charter flight, we checked in with four Olim from last year’s flight - and found them thriving with their family, building successful careers and giving back to the country. It’s amazing what you can [...]
An Olah Reports From Nepal
Yardena Schwartz, 29, had always dreamt of becoming a foreign correspondent in Israel. While studying abroad at Tel Aviv University, she had been fascinated by Israel’s rich culture, and the many stories that weren’t being told. “I felt like Israel [...]
Slow and Steady Wins the Aliyah Race
When Adina and Jonathan Heinberg married, they knew they wanted to build their lives together in Israel. Yet, they also knew that it would be several years until they could make the big move. Adina wanted to go into science [...]
FAQ
The Application Process | Applying Online | Aliyah Rights & Benefits | Israeli Documentation | Health Coverage | Communities & Schools | Finding a Home | Financial Planning | Studying Hebrew |Employment The Application Process I recently decided that I want [...]
Social Work
Social workers in Israel work with a wide range of populations including families of the physically and mentally handicapped, underprivileged communities, children and youth at risk, hospital patients and their families, the elderly, drug rehabilitation, immigrants from non-Western countries, trauma and abuse victims, and victims of terror.
Converting your Foreign Driver’s License
To obtain an Israeli driver’s license, the following steps must be completed. As part of the process, you will need to take a Mivchan Shlita, a practical driving test.
Chiropractic
Chiropractors in Israel work primarily in private practice, as well as through the Kupot. The Israeli Chiropractic Society currently has over 70 members. For more information about the Society, see www.chiropractic.co.il or call 09 882 4396. To become a member, you must have graduated from an accredited chiropractic college. All Israeli chiropractors studied in colleges abroad, as there is no course of study available in Israel.
Ultrasound Technology
Diagnostic ultrasound, both in Israel and abroad, is divided into four main categories: Obstetrics/Gynecology, Vascular, Echocardiography, and Abdominal/General. In Israel, students must first decide which of these four specialties they will pursue, while in the US programs students often combine the study of OBGYN ultrasound with abdominal ultrasound. Additionally, unlike in America, those wishing to study abdominal ultrasound technology in Israel must first complete studies as an x-ray technologist and then can receive "cross-training" in abdominal ultrasound.
University and College Programs in Israel
Note: For more information on Israeli higher education programs in English for international students at the Bachelor and Master's degree level ranging from short-term courses to full degree programs, click here. The university system in Israel can be [...]
Organizations That Provide Services for Disabilities
The following is a list of organizations in Israel that provide services and support for children and adults with specific disabilities
Student FAQ
If you are studying in the US, be sure to choose a field that is transferable to Israel. Generally speaking, try to pursue a field you find interesting that is also practical and relevant to the Israeli market. Another important consideration is the typical salary range in your field of interest and whether it will meet the standard of living that you envision for yourself.
Zichron Yaakov
Zichron has a world-famous winery, a quaint, brick-paved downtown district, and a stunning view of the Mediterranean coast. The town’s residents know that it has much more to offer, including beautiful homes, lovely neighborhoods, good schools, shuls, and proximity to places of employment.
Efrat
Efrat has long been a popular destination for English-speaking Olim. The community offers excellent schools, a close proximity to Jerusalem, a supportive community and a wide range of services. Efrat combines the services available in a city with the intimacy of a small community.
Jerusalem
Ranging from the historic Jewish Quarter of the Old City to trendy Katamon and Baka, suburban Har Nof and Pisgat Zeev, and artsy Nachlaot, Jerusalem really does have something to offer everyone. Whatever neighborhood of Jerusalem you choose, you are sure to be surrounded by fascinating sights, interesting people and all of the amenities of a modern city.
Impact Israel: How 7 Young Professional Olim Fulfilled Their Dreams
Senior Advisor to the Ambassador. Investor Relations at a VC. Communications director at a startup. NBN’s upcoming ImpactIsrael conference proves that you’re never too young to live your dream. On November 17, 2014 Nefesh B’Nefesh launched Impact Israel, a conference based [...]
Making Aliyah to Beer Sheva
Dena Frenkel made aliyah to Beer Sheva in December 2012 from Baltimore, Maryland. She published the following post in the English Update to encourage people to consider moving to Beer Sheva which she thinks is a "great place to live." [...]
Your First Steps After Making Aliyah
So you've just made Aliyah. Here are your next steps. Your Aliyah doesn't stop after you step off the plane - your first weeks of being an Israeli citizen are critical to finalizing your Aliyah process. On this [...]
Community Guide – Community Contacts
Community contacts are residents of the communities who, on their own time, speak to people about their community. These volunteers speak to Olim to help them get a better understanding of what makes their community special and figure [...]
Higher Learning – Northern Israel
[ubermenu config_id="gn_horiz" menu="2179"][/ubermenu] Click here for Elementary & High School Profiles Northern Colleges & Universties The north of Israel offers the perfect combination between academic excellence and a chance to experience life and [...]
Higher Learning – Northern Israel
[ubermenu config_id="gn_horiz" menu="2179"][/ubermenu] Click here for Elementary & High School Profiles Northern Colleges & Universties The north of Israel offers the perfect combination between academic excellence and a chance to experience life and [...]
