Medicחובש/ת
What the Medic role asks for, and what it holds
A medic is a soldier who gives first-line medical care to patients, both in routine times and in emergencies.
Combat supportMedical CorpsProfile 45+Men and womenOlive green
The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up, a Dapar of 50 and up and a Hebrew score of 8 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
The Dapar, the reasoning test of the first call-up, is scored from 10 to 90.
The Hebrew score runs from 1 to 9.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Branch
- Medical Corps
- Open to
- Men and women
- Medical profile
- 45 and up
- Dapar
- 50 and up
- Hebrew score
- 8 and up
- Try-out
- Not needed
- Training place
- Bahad 10
The IDF's page also names a lowest score in 6 traits.
The IDF's page lists these traits among the role's requirements, each with the minimum score the role asks for.
- Caring for people3
- Flexible thinking3
- Maturity3
- Self-control3
- Teamwork3
- Organisation2
This is what the work of the role holds.
The medic carries the first responsibility for treating sick soldiers, in daily routine and during emergencies.
The work includes registering patients at the clinic, handing out medication and referring patients to a doctor. Soldiers in the role also use medical equipment for some tests and treatments, such as blood tests, IV infusions, care of minor injuries and bandaging.
This is how the training for the role runs.
Training starts with level 02 basic training, followed by a 10-week course at Bahad 10.
Where it trainsBahad 10
This is what service in the role looks like.
Medics serve on bases across the country, in clinics of IDF units and in medical facilities, including brigade logistics units and territorial brigades.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- The chance of placement for candidates who meet the requirements is moderate.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Medic role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up, a Dapar of 50 and up and a Hebrew score of 8 and up.
Who can serve as Medic?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Medic?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
What does the training for Medic hold?
Training starts with level 02 basic training, followed by a 10-week course at Bahad 10.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Medic
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.