THE RTA PROGRAMME

Structure and Environment

The programme is based in London and typically follows an annual cycle aligned with the academic year (from Elul to Av), though joining is possible anytime throughout the year. Participants are at a transitional stage—either completing formal study or preparing to take on leadership roles.

Areas of Study and Development

Torah and Halachic Application
  • Applying principles to contemporary situations
  • Developing clarity and independence in judgement
  • Engaging with complex and sensitive areas of practice
Personal Development
  • Emotional awareness and resilience
  • Communication and presence
  • Personal responsibility in leadership roles
Leadership Formation
  • Exposure to experienced practitioners
  • Discussion of real-world scenarios
  • Insight into the structure of communal institutions
Mentorship
  • Ongoing, individual mentorship during the programme
  • Continued guidance as graduates move into first roles
  • A central feature ensuring no rabbi leads alone

A Measured and Personal Model

The academy operates on a small scale, allowing for:

  • Individual attention
  • Tailored development
  • Close relationships between mentors and participants

This reflects a broader view that leadership is shaped gradually, rather than delivered through standardised training.

Long-Term Contribution

Graduates go on to serve in a variety of settings, including communities, educational frameworks, and outreach roles across the English speaking world.

Community Rabbinics

Teaching

Outreach

Contributing to communal life

The academy’s contribution is cumulative. Over time, a relatively small number of well-prepared individuals can have a meaningful and lasting effect across a wide range of communities.

  • The Rabbinic Training Academy at Chana Charity
  • Dayan Eliezer Zobin talking to the Rabbinic Training Academy
  • The Rabbinic Training Academy
  • Hilary Cass speaking to the rabbinic training academy
  • Rabbinic Training Academy students in discussion
  • The Rabbinic Training Academy visiting a hospice
  • The Rabbinic Training Academy in a class
  • Rabbinic Training Academy Discussion
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  • Marc Levy at the Rabbinic Training Academy
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  • Rabbinic Training Academy students in discussion
  • The Rabbinic Training Academy in a class with Shaul & Chana Rosenblatt
  • Lord David Alliance speaking to the rabbinic training academy
  • Rabbinic Training Academy students in discussion
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  • Rabbi Akiva Padwa speaking to the rabbinic training academy
  • Rabbi Shaul Rosenblatt talking at the Rabbinic Training Academy
  • Will Kintish speaking to the Rabbinic Training Academy
APPLICATIONS

Enquire About Joining the Programme

Places on the RTA programme are limited and offered following a personal conversation. Send us a short enquiry and we’ll be in touch to discuss your background and next steps.

RTA Programme Entry