General and vocational studies are taught mostly during the afternoon hours. Each study track features a separate course syllabus and follows the specific educational program and course requirements of the certifying institution. Diplomas are issued by the Seminary and certifying institution only after the student has completed all program requirements. A student’s acceptance into any study track is subject to passing the entrance examination presented by the Program Director.
Occupational counseling
The seminary provides an occupational counseling service for students who are undecided about which program is best suited for them, or for students who did not qualify for their chosen program.
For counseling, please address Bat-Seva in the central/main office.
Program Director: Mrs. C. Farbstein
Certificate: B.A. Equivalent in Education
Program Specialty:
This study program trains elementary school teachers and equips them with the necessary knowledge and tools to educate a classroom of students and meet the needs of elementary-age students. General Education focuses on teaching methods for the range of elementary school subjects and enhances the trainee’s disciplinary skills. Strong focus is placed on planning and developing a learning environment; understanding the learning and teaching process; getting acquainted with contemporary learning programs; acquiring didactic skills; teaching the heterogeneous classroom; and developing a firm, benevolent character that will be modeled by the students.
Course Subjects:
Teaching all standard elementary school subjects including Hebrew, Science, Math, Geography, History, Reading Instruction. A comprehensive course is taught on Holocaust Education along with a basic course in Israeli Geography which is supplemented by tours and trips around the country.
Prerequisites: High scores; Bagrut/Szold Certificate, strong language skills.
Program Director: Mrs. C. Farbstein
Certificate: B.A. Equivalent for Middle School & High School Education
Program Specialty:
This study program trains middle and high school teachers and mechanchos to teach Limudei Kodesh subjects including Tanach and Yahadus. Focus is on primary texts including Tanach and Midrash and famous mefarshim; independent study of sifrei hashkafah, mussar and halachah; and comprehensive knowledge of the foundations of psychology from a Torah perspective. The program likewise emphasizes interpersonal communication and counseling skills that equip trainees to understand and sympathize with the needs and challenges of middle and high school students, counsel, and advise students on an individual and group level.
Course Subjects:
Limudei kodesh subjects include bekius and in-depth study of Chumash, Parshas Hashavuah, Nevi’im Rishonim, Nevi’im Acharonim, Megillos and Ksuvim; in-depth study of the mefarshim; intensive study of early and latter sifrei mussar and hashkafah.
General studies include theoretical and practical study of psychology, communication, teamwork, world history and Jewish history; Holocaust education; and a basic course in Israeli geography supplemented by tours and trips around the country.
Prerequisites: High scores on tests; Bagrut/Szold Certificate, speaking skills.
Character requirements: Approaching teaching as a sacred mission; dedication; responsibility; sensitivity to others; strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to adolescents; teaching talent; motivation; creativity; initiative; desire for knowledge.
Program Director: Mrs. S. Bloch
Certificate: B.A. Equivalent for English Instruction for Middle School (training encompasses all ages.)
Program Specialty:
This study program qualifies teachers to teach English. The syllabus includes the foundations of reading and writing English; language, composition, grammar and sentence structure; English literature; methods of teaching English, frontal and private instruction.
Course Subjects:
Acquiring fluency in English; cognition development; expression and communication; didactic instruction of language for all ages and levels.
Prerequisites: Bagrut/Szold scores in English of at least 90; language awareness; knowledge, understanding and expression in English.
Program Director: Mrs. Y. Ben Shlomo
Certificate: B.A. Equivalent for Math Instruction for Middle & High School
Program Specialty:
This study track qualifies teachers to teach math to middle and high school students. The syllabus includes advanced courses in mathematics; teacher training for grades 7-10; high school math enrichment; popular middle and high school math programs; and preparing students for matriculation tests.
Course Subjects:
Completing all subjects covered on the Bagrut mathematics exams for all levels including 3, 4 and 5 units; mathematics in the primary texts and throughout history; didactic instruction of all subjects with focus on math for Grades 7-12; math computer programs; online math study.
Prerequisites: Math Bagrut (at least 3 units) or Szold Test scores must be at least 90; passing grade on Seminary entrance exam to program.
Program Director: Mrs. M Rosner
Certificate: B.A. Equivalent with specialty in Art Instruction for Grades 1-12.
Program Specialty:
This study track transforms the splendid world of art into a vocation while enriching the student’s talents and affinity for art. The program trains teachers in formal and informal art instruction, the latter of which includes private art classes to children, senior citizens, patients in the process of rehabilitation, etc.
The syllabus integrates theoretical and practical art to train professional art teachers who approach art as a powerful language that can impact the individual in many ways. The study program includes courses and professional training alongside educational tours, projects, workshops and practicum.
Course Subjects:
Use of all art materials to produce all forms of art; rehabilitative art; art history; computer graphics; doll making; 3-D design; ceramic design; stage backgrounds and props; drawing and illustration; modern art techniques; event design; art therapy; clay molding; artistic photography; and creating a proper learning environment.
Prerequisites: Knowledge and affinity for art; creativity; willpower.
This study track requires manual labor, substantial practice and patience.
Program Director: Mrs. Esther Genopolsky
Certificate: B.A. Equivalent for Special Education Instruction for Grades 1-12
Program Specialty:
This two-year study track teaches professional methods, skills and innovative strategies for teaching reading, math, and reading comprehension to children with special needs and learning disabilities. One specialty of this track is in-depth study of didactic evaluations. Program requirements include one-on-one work with a special child; a comprehensive independent study of disabilities; implementing a custom-designed educational program for the special child; training in frontal and private instruction.
Course Subjects:
Methods of evaluating and teaching basic skills using a wide variety of innovative methods and techniques including remedial instruction for reading, writing and math; special courses for students with assorted disabilities including learning disabilities, visual impairment, hearing impairment, mental retardation, and developing the emotional and social skills of special children.
Prerequisites: Average score of at least 85 on all Bagrut/Szold Tests.
Program Director: Mrs. Y Shmueli
Certificate: B.A. Equivalent for Preschool and Grades 1-2 Instruction
Program Specialty:
This program trains preschool and early elementary teachers. The study track teaches professional teaching tools, skills and methodology of subjects relevant to this age level.
Course Subjects:
Study and teaching methods of all basic subjects—Yahadus, Hebrew, math and science for preschool students; integrating games and art into frontal education to enrich the classroom.
Prerequisites: High scores on Bargut/Szold exams; strong language skills; motivation and emotional capacity to deal with young children; responsibility; devotion; creativity; broad horizons.
Program Director: Mrs. L. Sarousi
Certificate: Media Design Engineer Certificate by Mahat (Government Institute for Technological & Scientific Training)
(Teaching certificate can be obtained during the 3rd year of studies.)
Program Specialty:
This study track trains graphic designers to work in the multidisciplinary realm of printed and digital media. The syllabus features foundations of design and marketing; creative design; media design; image creation; publishing; videography and animation. Courses include several graphic design programs for the purpose of creating visual content. Throughout the program, students must pass at least 4 external final exams and submit a final project.
Course Subjects:
Foundations of design; writing and typography; theory of painting; history of design; illustration; graphics programs; interactive media design; marketing and advertising; image creation; packaging; publications; technical drawing; photography; creating a profile; 3-D design.
Prerequisites:
Bagrut or Szold exams in mathematics, English and Hebrew.
Passing internal entrance exam.
Aesthetic talent; creative visual talent; visual-spatial intuition and intelligence; computer skills and knowledge.
Head of Department: Mrs. B. Levi
Diploma:
Computer Engineer from Mahat (Government Institute for Technology and Science Training). Studies can be combined with those for a teaching certificate in Computer Sciences.
What will you study in this specialization?
Studying background subjects for computers, Mathematics, Developer Ecosystems.
Basic subjects – JAVA programming language, Data Structures, Databases, PYTHON, SQL.
Specialization subjects – Information and Cyber Protection, Operating Systems, QA Systems Analysis, Full Stack Client, Full Stack Servers, Visual C, etc.
Requirements
Head of Department: Mrs. B. Levi
Diploma: Computer Engineer from Mahat (Government Institute for Technology and Science Training). Studies can be combined with those for a teaching certificate in Computer Sciences.
What will you study in this specialization?
Courses in mathematics and logic – Linear Algebra, Digital Systems, Discrete Mathematics, Calculus for Software Engineering, Mathematical Logic.
Basic subjects – C++ programming language, Data Structures, Introduction to Hardware, PYTHON, databases.
Specialization subjects – Analysis of Algorithms, Information Protection, Operating Systems, Full Stack Client, Full Stack Servers, Visual C, Introduction to AI, etc.
Requirements
Head of Department: Mrs. Ruchama Schwab
This specialization prepares our students for employment in a range of positions in the field of accounting.
Studies are combined with teacher training.
Diploma:
Students who meet all the scholastic requirements will be awarded the following certificates:
After completing the tax advisory studies:
Scholastic requirements:
During the course of the studies, you will need to pass external final exams in bookkeeping and payroll accounting. Those who continue on to earn a tax advisor license will also need to pass such exams in taxes and accountancy.
Important notes:
Head of Department: Mrs. M. Rosner
Diploma: Students who complete all their scholastic obligations will be awarded an industrial design practical engineer diploma from Mahat (Government Institute for Technology and Science Training).
Industrial design is involved with design and creation of mass-produced products, meaning that aside from creating a product and design, emphasis is placed on development, customer requirements, functional use, and more.
Studies include: development of Judaica products, jewelry, laser technology, and 3D printer simulations.
While studying, you will need to pass two external final exams and to submit a final project during Year III, or practical experience (in a workplace) during Year III.
We offer the opportunity to study specialization in arts to B.A. level.
