Working in Israel
General Information
Number of occupational therapists in Israel
8,500
Main language(s) spoken in Israel
Hebrew, Arabic
Other languages commonly spoken in Israel
English, Russian, Amharic
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Required
Ministry of health health profession department: https://practitioners.health.gov.il (External) ↗
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Not Required
In Israel , occupational therapy graduates are obligated to take the national government licence test and pass it to be able to get the license and practice in the occupational therapy profession.
It is compulsory to join the Israeli Union of Occupational Therapists in order to practice as an occupational therapist
No
Practicing Requirements
Graduation from a WFOT approved programme is required to register to practice
Yes
Graduates from occupational therapy programmes overseas are also required to obtain the licence.
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
Hebrew
The national and most spoken language is Hebrew.
In the Arab villages OT's practice in Arabic so there is a language adaptive approach.
In the Arab villages OT's practice in Arabic so there is a language adaptive approach.
Additional requirements for occupational therapists to practice
Continuing education
Insurance in private facilities
Insurance in private facilities
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
No
In the long run it is expected to be due to reduced rate in academic registration in the last years and professional shifting carriers.
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
http://www.health.gov.il (External) ↗
http://www.clalit.co.il/HE-IL/clalit_jobs (External) ↗
Facebook related groups
http://www.clalit.co.il/HE-IL/clalit_jobs (External) ↗
Facebook related groups
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Occupational therapy assistants exist in Israel
No
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Israeli Union of Occupational Therapists and was last updated on 2nd September 2024. WFOT is not liable for any inaccuracies, omissions, or changes in the information provided. This information is intended as a guide and should be independently verified before making any decisions.
Publications
The Role of Occupational Therapy in Emergency and Disaster Preparedness and Response
The position paper was written from Oct. to Nov 2023, during the Israel–Hamas "Iron Swords" War. The document draws upon OTs' clinical insights and professional experiences both prewar and during wartime. It integrates research theories and evidence gathered from global disaster context
Education Programmes
WFOT Approved Programmes in Israel
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