Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology

A Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology is designed to train graduates in clinical treatment and research.

The program offers therapeutic training in various approaches, with a special focus on dynamic psychotherapy. This approach is studied from a critical perspective, emphasizing the reading of key texts, understanding psychoanalytic concepts, and distinguishing between different therapeutic currents. The program also focuses on developing the ability to investigate and apply theoretical knowledge in practice. The faculty includes researchers and therapists who specialize in psychoanalytic approaches.

*The program is approved by the Council for Higher Education. The granting of the degree is conditional on the Council’s approval, as is customary in new academic programs.

Registration for the program is now open!

You can register here.
Required documents for registration are listed in this file.
Notifications about the end of registration will be provided later.
Suitable candidates will be invited to admissions interviews starting at the end of June.
Notifications of acceptance or rejection will follow in the weeks after the interview.

*Please note: Registration for this program is done independently through this website and not through the general placement system of other clinical programs. Registration does not guarantee an interview invitation.

Head of the program

Prof. Rachel Blass

Study format

Sundays and Tuesdays, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Program duration

Two years (four semesters

Start date

October 2025

Why join the program?

Two-year practicum

Continuous practicum in the same treatment institution

Theoretical research

The thesis is based on theoretical research accompanied by a faculty member

Psychoanalytic orientation

The dynamic approach will be studied with reference to key psychoanalytic concepts

A leading team of lecturers

The Program’s Curriculum

The curriculum includes a variety of theoretical and applied courses that provide clinical skills and knowledge in therapeutic theories, diagnosis, assessment, scientific research, and understanding unique challenges in clinical research. Students engage in practical work as part of a practicum in clinics and mental health departments. The practicum continues throughout the two-year program.

Students will also write a theoretical thesis, critically examining central concepts in dynamic psychotherapy or other approaches. The program is a non-thesis track.

What Career Options Are Available With This Degree?

Graduates can pursue specialization in clinical psychology and become certified clinical psychologists. Clinical psychologists can work in treatment, diagnosis, and various public and private settings.

Admission Requirements for the Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology

The program is suitable for candidates who uphold the following criteria, and includes a personal interview for the purpose of acceptance:

Registration instructions are listed here

-Bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minimum score of 89.

-Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences with at least 54 credits in psychology, an average grade of at least 89, and a score of at least 90 in the correlation test.

-For those with psychology and methodology course averages between 85-89, a correlation exam score of at least 110 is required.

-For those with an average of at least 94 in psychology and methodology courses, a correlation exam score of at least 87 is required.

Reservists from the Swords of Iron war can apply without completing the coordinator test criterion.

Required documents:

Bachelor’s degree certificate in psychology/behavioral sciences or proof of eligibility for the degree.
Grade sheet from the first degree.
Confirmation of the correlation test score.
Self-description (up to two pages).
Curriculum vitae (CV).
Photo.
Two recommendations: one academic and one on practical experience.

*Recommendations can be sent to [email protected] after submitting the rest of the forms. However, they must be sent as soon as possible to continue the registration process.

For the opening date and additional instructions, see here

Non-psychology graduates with a high GPA can enroll, on condition that they have completed all core psychology courses at a recognized institution with an appropriate GPA.

*Non-native Hebrew speakers must present a score from a Hebrew proficiency test (YAEL test). These candidates must reach the “exempt” level by the end of the first semester.

**Meeting registration conditions does not guarantee an interview or admission.

***The academic center reserves the right to admit 15% of students through exceptional admission. The admission is subject to the approval of the admissions committee.