Hebrew linguistic studies are available to students as a primary focus, or in combination with pursuits such as theology. Fluency in Hebrew provides career opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable to students from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines.

Israel, officially the State of Israel, is a parliamentary democracy in the Middle East, on the south-eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Israel's financial center is Tel Aviv, while Jerusalem is the country's most populous city if occupied East Jerusalem is included.

Certificate programs, which can be earned in about a year, consist of academic classes that are offered at different skill and ability levels. Undergraduate as well as graduate students, depending on their field of study, may obtain certificates.