The Program Consists of:

 

	University based studies.
	A Hebrew Ulpan to teach you the language up to the level of spoken Hebrew.
	Courses to expand and enrich your knowledge of Zionism.
	A Judaism course.
	Land of Israel studies.
	Graduating any of the courses entitles you to a personalized diploma, and may earn you academic credits.

 

MDA Course and Volunteering

 

	You will have the opportunity of taking part in a first-aid course and then volunteering at MDA (Magen David Adom).
	Successfully graduating the course entitles you to a personalized diploma.
	The program begins with a 60-hour first-aid training course: ten intense days of learning that cover material ranging from bandaging a simple wound through CPR and mass casualty incidents.
	The four to six weeks that follow are dedicated to experiencing Israel in a very real sense: While riding the ambulances through the city where you are placed, you'll have the opportunity to meet the Israeli population with its wide diversity of people, its many colors, religions and beliefs.
	You will be working with Israelis in an Israeli environment, perfecting your Hebrew and making wonderful new  friends - all while saving lives.

 

Journeys

 

	Following your Land of Israel studies you will make 3 journeys to important sites of heritage in the north of Israel, the south and the Jerusalem area.
	You will visit museums which will vividly expose you to the history of the State of Israel.
	You will get to know a variety of branches and paths of the IDF.

 

Physical Fitness

 

Throughout the program you will be taking part in fitness lessons that will train you for your recruitment to the IDF.

 

Life in Tel Aviv & Additional Benefits

 

	Accommodation during the 5 months program will be in dorm-style apartments in the center of Tel Aviv.
	The 2-person apartments are air-conditioned and include a well-equipped cooking area for your convenience. The program also includes catering services.
	You will receive a personal bus pass which will allow you to travel for free in the Tel Aviv area.
	During your participating in the program you will get medical insurance.
	You will take part in guided tours at the historic sites of the city, and will have a taste of the night life, culture and arts in Tel Aviv, such as opera performance, theater, concert, dance show and the plastic arts.
	During weekends you will spend Saturdays (Shabbath) with various groups of the society in Israel
	A psychologist experienced at working with teenagers will be available for you, providing assistance in the process of adjusting to the new environment.