Published: May 31, 2026 · Tedros Editorial
Nursing Career for the Ethiopian-Israeli Community — High Demand, Good Pay
Why Nursing?
Israel faces a shortage of 4,000 nurses (2026). Placement rate after studies: 97%. Average salary: 11,000 ILS/month (year-1 nurse), up to 17,000 ILS (specialist nurse).
High demand for Amharic speakers — Ethiopian-Israeli patients feel more comfortable with Amharic-speaking nurses.
Certification Paths
Nursing degree (3 years): Ruppin College, Hadassah College, Magen David Adom. Includes 700 clinical practice hours.
Nursing assistant (10 months): Fast entry path, salary 7,500–9,000 ILS.
Key Scholarships
| Grant | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ministry of Health — Nursing Boost | 15,000 ILS/yr |
| Hadassah Community | 10,000 ILS/yr |
| JDC-Ashalim | 8,000-12,000 ILS |
📞 Ministry of Health — Nursing Division: 02-5081408