Jewish Law
Rabbinical ordination & Semicha Program
Program Overview
The YTD Semicha Program is a one-year program designed to give students all the knowledge and skills to become a certified ordained rabbi so you can be a part of the next-generation of Jewish leaders and influencers.
Date
Location
Tzfat, Israel
Age
21-35
Knowledge Level
Intermediate



Complete Educational Curriculum
Outstanding Learning Experience
Experienced Educators
YTD has operated in Tsfat for 12 years under the auspices of head shliach of Tzfat Rabbi Chaim Kaplan and rosh yeshiva Rabbi Shalom Pasternak.
World-Class Education
Experienced Maggid Shiur with highly organized and easily digestable curriculum made for quick and easy learning.

Official Ordination Certification
Students will obtain smicha from Kiryat Malachi Chief Rabbi Yitzchok Yehuda Yaroslavski.
Beautiful Campus Experience
- In the Heart of the Old City of Tzfat
- Gourgeous Views Overlooking the Galilee
- Professional In-House Chef
- Exciting Tzfat Community Vibe

Opportunity of a Lifetime
Build Confidence
Gain competence and confidence in your ability to navigate any area of Shulchan Aruch.
Gain Experience
Get better prepared for your shlichus in the world while helping novice students in the shared zal.
Discover Tzfat
Explore the magical mystical cty of Tzfat and learn Shulchan Aruch in the place where it was written.
City Of Kabbalah
Explore the Magical Mystical City of Tzfat
One of the most beautiful and spiritually charged places in the world. The place where Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism was developed this small mountain village will be sure to capture your heart and enchant your soul. Its open and friendly community is the perfect place to strengthen your roots.

City Of Kabbalah
Explore the Magical Mystical City of Tzfat
One of the most beautiful and spiritually charged places in the world. The place where Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism was developed this small mountain village will be sure to capture your heart and enchant your soul. Its open and friendly community is the perfect place to strengthen your roots.
Requirements
- Must Have Two Years of Full-Time Yeshiva Learning
- Competence In Learning Hebrew Literature
- Familiar With Talmudic Study