Semicha /Azrieli Joint Program WHERE TEACHING IS SACRED, WHERE LEARNING TRANSFORMS Apply Now Request More Information Contact Us Artificial Intelligence Biotechnology Computer Science Cybersecurity Data Analytics and Visualization Digital Marketing and Media Mathematics Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Physics Speech-Language Pathology 30 Credits + Student Teaching Degree level Masters Course structure Part Time Program Area Jewish Education Purpose To prepare highly qualified semicha ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ for teaching positions in Jewish day schools and yeshivot across the country. The program offers candidates a unique opportunity to earn a Master of Science in education while earning rabbinic ordination concurrently. This program is an approved co-requisite for RIETS ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ. Structure Students in the joint program may begin taking Azrieli courses at any point during their Rabbinic training, but must be enrolled in Azrieli classes by year 3 of their semicha program. Courses may be taken on campus from 6-10 pm or online, accommodating ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ' semicha learning. Students complete their PEP Student Teaching (a 2 1/2 day commitment in a day school setting) and register for the accompanying seminar after completing significant Azrieli coursework, and often in their 4th year of semicha. Some ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ elect to complete student teaching the year following completion of semicha. Is this program right for me? Question: "I’m entering the semicha program, and I’m looking for an education program that can also fulfill my RIETS co-requisite requirement." Answer: Our Semicha Student Master’s Program provides just that: It allows semicha ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ to continue their rabbinical studies in a rigorous manner while concurrently studying towards a degree in education. Students finish their fourth year of semicha with rabbinic ordination and an MS in Education. All ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ admitted to the program, in good academic standing, and who submit a FAFSA, are eligible for generous support. Support decisions are based on need and merit and may be as much as 50% of tuition. Full Program Breakdown Purpose To prepare highly qualified semicha ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ for teaching positions in Jewish day schools and yeshivot across the country. The program offers candidates a unique opportunity to earn a Master of Science in education while earning rabbinic ordination concurrently. This program is an approved co-requisite for RIETS ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ. Structure Students in the joint program may begin taking Azrieli courses at any point during their Rabbinic training, but must be enrolled in Azrieli classes by year 3 of their semicha program. Courses may be taken on campus from 6-10 pm or online, accommodating ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ' semicha learning. Students complete their PEP Student Teaching (a 2 1/2 day commitment in a day school setting) and register for the accompanying seminar after completing significant Azrieli coursework, and often in their 4th year of semicha. Some ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ elect to complete student teaching the year following completion of semicha. Is this program right for me? Question: "I’m entering the semicha program, and I’m looking for an education program that can also fulfill my RIETS co-requisite requirement." Answer: Our Semicha Student Master’s Program provides just that: It allows semicha ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ to continue their rabbinical studies in a rigorous manner while concurrently studying towards a degree in education. Students finish their fourth year of semicha with rabbinic ordination and an MS in Education. Swipe to learn more! Purpose To prepare highly qualified semicha ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ for teaching positions in Jewish day schools and yeshivot across the country. The program offers candidates a unique opportunity to earn a Master of Science in education while earning rabbinic ordination concurrently. This program is an approved co-requisite for RIETS ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ. Structure Students in the joint program may begin taking Azrieli courses at any point during their Rabbinic training, but must be enrolled in Azrieli classes by year 3 of their semicha program. Courses may be taken on campus from 6-10 pm or online, accommodating ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ' semicha learning. Students complete their PEP Student Teaching (a 2 1/2 day commitment in a day school setting) and register for the accompanying seminar after completing significant Azrieli coursework, and often in their 4th year of semicha. Some ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ elect to complete student teaching the year following completion of semicha. Is this program right for me? Question: "I’m entering the semicha program, and I’m looking for an education program that can also fulfill my RIETS co-requisite requirement." Answer: Our Semicha Student Master’s Program provides just that: It allows semicha ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ to continue their rabbinical studies in a rigorous manner while concurrently studying towards a degree in education. Students finish their fourth year of semicha with rabbinic ordination and an MS in Education. CONTACT US Overview of Our Program Finish your fourth year of semicha with rabbinic ordination and an MS in Education. At Azrieli, we have designed our Master of Science degree requirements to be theoretical and practical, innovative and time tested, research-based and hands-on. In addition to foundational and advanced coursework, ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ must engage in substantive field work that complements their studies. Prospective Students Applicant Resources Master of Science Student Handbook MS Course Listings and Calendars Online Registration Instructions Azrieli Course Descriptions Admissions Requirements Tuition and Fees Financing Your Education Admissions FAQs Prospective Students Master of Science Student Handbook MS Course Listings and Calendars Online Registration Instructions Azrieli Course Descriptions Applicant Resources Admissions Requirements Tuition and Fees Financing Your Education Admissions FAQs
