Rabbi Kass graduated from Norwich University, receiving his master’s degree in social work and family therapy. He has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of California and graduated with honors. He successfully completed his internship at Jewish Family and Child Service and the George Hull Center for Children and Families. He is a former professor of psychology at the Beth Jacob Academy of Higher Learning.

Rabbi Kass’s rabbinical training is from Hadar Hatorah Rabbinical Seminary, where he received a master’s degree in Judaic Studies from Rabbi J.J. Hecht. His practicum was at United Lubavitcher Yeshiva, where he received advanced training in Jewish education.