Levinsky College of Education is the premier academic institution in Israel for teacher training in a variety of fields. Consistently maintaining high standards, Levinsky confers a bachelor's degree in education, B.Ed. for undergraduates as well as for university graduates retraining as teachers, a master's degree in education, M.Ed., with an optional thesis, M. Teach- Master of Teaching combined with a teaching certificate and M.A.A.T - Master of Arts in Art Therapy. Other special programs adapted for specific groups. The College maintains close ties with the Ministry of Education (Safed to Eilat) and offers a variety of professional development opportunities for elementary and early childhood teachers. Graduates of the College have made their mark on the Israeli education system in positions of instruction, administration and development. Levinsky College of Education is a well-established, innovative, leading academic institution in Israel having a formative influence on the face of education and society. The College aspires to lead essential change in education and society by means of research and pedagogical innovation combined with information and communications technology. The College encourages its graduates to strive for the highest professionalism, caring and intercultural responsiveness, for social involvement and it expects its scholar-teachers to perceive their work as part of their professional lives. Studies are composed of: - Bachelor of Education Degree B.Ed. - Master of Education Degree M.Ed with an optional thesis -M. Teach- Master of Teaching combined with a teaching certificate for secondary school teachers Specializations: Mathematics / Biology / English / Bible / Literature / Language/ Music -M.A.A.T.- Master of Arts in Art Therapy Specialization in Music Therapy -Retraining of Graduates as Teachers