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The Torah Umesorah Nefesh Chaya Mashgiach & Mechaneches Training Program equips the classroom rebbi or morah with vital tools to reach every student's social, emotional, and behavioral needs.

Am I a good fit for this training?

The Torah Umesorah Mashgiach & Mechaneches Training Program is for the classroom Rebbi or Mashgiach, Morah or Mechaneches, who would like to ensure he or she connects to and understands every student in the room. The training provides participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical application of essential foundations of psychology needed to recognize a student in need. Whether the student is experiencing behavioral or social-emotional difficulties, facing trauma in the home, or needs further academic support or intervention, our Mashgichim complete the training equipped with vital tools to intervene, provide support and explore the next steps.

What will I gain from this course?

As a participant in this course, you will have the opportunity to learn from and access top professionals in the world of mental health today. You will join a chabura of like-minded mechanchim and mechanchos interested in ongoing personal and professional growth. There is a heavy emphasis on the essence of self-esteem, grit and motivation, understanding and treating anxieties and OCD, and conduct disorders such as ADD and ADHD. Rabbonim and Veteran Mechanchim will lecture on specific topics such as 'Kedushas Am Yisroel' and 'The Role of the Mashgiach in Our Schools.'

What are the requirements for joining the training?

The rebbi or morah must be employed in a yeshiva or school and nominated by the school’s principal. A letter of recommendation must accompany the application.

What does it cost?

The course fee is $1,200, to be paid by the school; $600 is due upon acceptance, followed by the balance later. All participants are required to submit a credit card along with the application. (Cards on file will not be charged, pending notification of applicant acceptance.) Payment plans may be arranged with the Torah Umesorah financial office.

How can I apply?

Please look over all the PDF details and complete the attached application form.

I have more questions; how do I reach the office?

email mashgiach@torahumesorah.org, and our office will do our best to be in touch and answer your questions.