Did you graduate from nursing school outside of Israel and want to practice nursing in Israel? We’ve gathered a set of common questions and answers to help you.
Can international nursing graduates work as nurses in Israel?
If you studied nursing abroad, you can register as a licensed nurse and work in Israel only after your professional status is recognized by the Ministry of Health Nursing Division and after you pass the State Nursing Board Licensure Examination.
Does the Ministry of Health recognize clinical nurse specialist qualifications obtained abroad?
If you worked as a clinical nurse specialist abroad, you may request recognition of your specialization from the Nursing Division, as long as it is a recognized specialty in Israel and you are registered in the Nursing Licensure Registry as a licensed nurse.
To receive recognition, you must meet the requirements and submit the required documents listed on the website.
Can I take the licensure exam in my native language?
International nursing graduates can take the State Nursing Board Licensure Examination in Hebrew, Arabic, English, Russian, French, or Spanish. You must choose your exam language during registration, and it cannot be changed later.
If you choose a language other than Hebrew, you must submit proof of Hebrew proficiency as a requirement for registration in the Nursing Licensure Registry as a licensed nurse.
What Hebrew proficiency is required before receiving a permanent nursing license?
You must provide proof of Hebrew proficiency to be registered in the Nursing Licensure Registry in Israel. Without it, you cannot receive a permanent license or practice nursing in Israel. Proof must be submitted within 3 years of the licensure exam.
More information about Hebrew proficiency requirements.
What is the Educational Deficiency Completion Program and who is it for?
This program is for international nursing graduates whose nursing education has been recognized by the Ministry of Health Nursing Division. It helps complete knowledge about the Israeli healthcare system, including key laws and professional guidelines required for nursing practice in Israel.
The program is self-paced and available on a personal computer in 6 languages: Hebrew, Arabic, English, Russian, French, and Spanish.