Funding Options (France)

Upskill in France with funding routes that fit real life. Depending on your situation, you may be able to use CPF, employer-sponsored training, France Travail support, or employee transition schemes—alongside flexible payment plans.

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Learners in France may be able to finance training through several routes, depending on eligibility and administrative requirements. Common options include CPF (via Mon Compte Formation), employer training budgets (often supported by an OPCO), France Travail support such as AIF for eligible jobseekers, Transitions Pro (PTP) for employees, and regional training programmes (PRF).

Some routes require the training to meet specific criteria (for example, being certifying) and may involve validation by an advisor. If you’re unsure where to start, book a call with our team—we’ll help you understand which options are worth exploring for your situation in France.

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CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation)

Use your CPF balance to fund eligible training through Mon Compte Formation. In some cases, you can combine CPF with complementary funding if your balance doesn’t cover the full cost (rules and eligibility apply).

Employer training budget (Plan de développement des compétences / OPCO)

Many employees in France can access training funded by their employer through the company’s plan de développement des compétences. Depending on the company and sector, an OPCO may support the financing and administrative process.

France Travail — AIF (Aide Individuelle à la Formation)

For eligible jobseekers, France Travail’s AIF can cover training costs when other funding solutions don’t fully cover the fees (or when no other funding is available). Requests are typically linked to your return-to-employment plan and validated through your advisor.

Transitions Pro — PTP (Projet de Transition Professionnelle)

For employees who meet the conditions, the PTP can support a certifying training project while you step away from your job to train. Funding decisions depend on criteria and regional priorities, and salary may be maintained during the training period (conditions apply).

Programme Régional de Formation (PRF)

Regional councils may finance training through the PRF, often for people seeking employment. Availability varies by region and typically requires validation by an advisor or a counsellor in professional development.

Agefiph support (disability-related support)

If you have a recognised disability, Agefiph may contribute to financing certain costs linked to training and employment support. The exact help depends on your situation and is often coordinated with employment or training stakeholders.

Période de reconversion (from 2026, employer pathway)

A new “période de reconversion” framework has been introduced in France and is set to replace certain previous mechanisms (with transitional rules). The contract is maintained during the reconversion period, and implementation details may depend on upcoming regulatory texts—your employer/OPCO can confirm what applies.

How To Get Started (France)

Funding routes can feel complex—especially when each option comes with its own eligibility criteria and paperwork. The good news: you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Our team can help you understand what’s realistic for your profile, what timelines look like, and which steps to take next—whether your goal is upskilling for your current job, preparing for a new opportunity, or formalising your skills with a structured programme.