The Binyan Certificate in Jewish Learning and Leadership
- Advance your Jewish knowledge and Hebrew skills
- Strengthen your foundations for Jewish ritual and educational leadership
- Build relationships with mentors from the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College
- Explore pathways for soulful study and meaningful service
The Program:
The Binyan Certificate is designed for adult learners who want to go deeper — in Hebrew, in Jewish knowledge, and in their sense of purpose. Classes are held online, designed to fit a full life.
- Biblical Hebrew: Two semesters of intensive biblical Hebrew, offered online in the evenings, EDT
- RRC Coursework: Two semesters of an additional RRC course, with a concentration in either Jewish ritual practice or Reconstructionist Judaism
- Mentoring: Optional mentoring meetings with RRC faculty members or rabbis serving in the field and the chance to explore if rabbinical school might be right for you
Accessible, flexible pricing:
The Binyan Certificate is offered at a flat per-semester rate, with a Hebrew-only option for those focused on language study.
Full Program
Hebrew + RRC coursework per semester: $1,800
Hebrew Only
Biblical Hebrew coursework per semester: $900
We welcome Jews of all backgrounds with an interest in Jewish learning and leadership. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
What to Expect:
- Open to Jews of all backgrounds with an interest in Jewish learning and leadership
- Applicants must have completed undergraduate studies before beginning the certificate
- Rolling admissions through July — apply when you’re ready
Online application followed by a Zoom interview with RRC faculty
If you have questions about any of RRC’s programs and would like to schedule a conversation, please email Rabbi Melissa Heller, Director of Admissions and Recruitment at mheller@rrc.edu.
