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The largest gap-year program in Israel (9 months, up to 30 college credits) offers a Medical Track: a 10-day intensive course followed by five weeks of hands-on volunteering aboard Magen David Adom ambulances alongside Israeli paramedics, plus tours and workshops with Israeli medical staff. Eligible for 3 college credits. No prior medical experience required, but a conversational Hebrew oral test must be passed before volunteering with MDA.

(unconfirmed exact current sticker price) 2026-27 payment-plan minimum after scholarships/discounts is reported at $16,000; confirm full tuition with Young Judaea

A volunteer EMT program for young Jewish adults (ages 18-40) that provides certified first-responder/EMT training followed by real ambulance shifts alongside Israeli paramedics; offered independently and through Masa Israel partnerships.

~$400-$1,300 depending on program track (partial subsidies available via Masa)