{"id":6348,"date":"2025-03-25T08:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T07:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diligence-consulting.fr\/how-do-you-set-up-a-training-organization-in-france\/"},"modified":"2025-12-01T16:35:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T15:35:09","slug":"how-do-you-set-up-a-training-organization-in-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diligence-consulting.fr\/en\/how-do-you-set-up-a-training-organization-in-france\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you set up a training organization in France?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

France is a very attractive market for a large number of international training organizations. Indeed, there is a dynamic and innovative ecosystem, particularly in EdTech, and it is also a rapidly growing market with over 13 billion euros invested in training each year! Not to mention funding opportunities, more abundant than in other countries, including Qualiopi, CPF, OPCOs, or even public tenders<\/strong>! It is not surprising that more and more companies want to establish a school in France<\/a> (and if you are reading this article, that might well be your situation!).<\/p>\n\n

However, it’s important to think ahead and, above all, act strategically. France is certainly a strategic and lucrative market, but it also presents challenges, particularly with its specific regulations. <\/p>\n\n

Setting up a training organization in France requires strategic and rigorous thinking, but don’t panic, we’re here to help you implement your action plan for successful implementation!<\/p>\n\n

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1 – Studying feasibility and market demand<\/strong> <\/mark><\/h2>\n\n

Before setting up a training organization in France, it’s essential to carry out a thorough market study. This will enable you to ascertain the training needs in your sector, assess what already exists and how your competitors are positioned, and thus define your own positioning. <\/p>\n\n

Analyze training needs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

For this first stage of market research, we advise you to identify the growth sectors in France and how you are positioned. For example, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and ecological transition are all sectors with strong demand. However, these are not the only ones, and it’s essential to analyze your sector and its needs in France. <\/p>\n\n

You can also analyze trends and<\/a> official industry reports, as well as carrying out surveys with industry professionals or even future customers, to verify your initial ideas.<\/p>\n\n

Last but not least, we also advise you to check the existing and (potentially) accessible financing schemes for your offers. Will you be able toobtain Qualiopi,<\/a> position yourself on the CPF, apply to OPCOs…? <\/p>\n\n

Study the competition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Identifying and analyzing your competitors is also a key step in establishing your training organization in France. Seeing where they stand will help you position yourself better! <\/p>\n\n

We advise you to take stock of your direct competitors, and analyze their offerings, prices and, of course, their positioning. This will enable you to potentially identify gaps and interesting opportunities to position yourself (an innovative approach, a specific teaching method, an exclusive certification…). <\/p>\n\n

With all these elements in hand, you’ll be able to choose your positioning and implementation strategy.<\/p>\n\n

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2 – <\/mark><\/strong>Choose the right legal status and obtain a declaration of activity<\/strong> <\/mark> <\/h2>\n\n

Once you’ve decided on your strategy, it’s time to start the paperwork!<\/p>\n\n

Choose a status<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

The first step is to set up your company in France, by choosing a legal status.<\/p>\n\n

There are several types of status, depending on your business model, the level of initial investment and your development prospects.<\/p>\n\n

We frequently find the micro-business, suitable for the self-employed, the SARL or SAS, which is recommended for companies wishing to grow or hire, or even associations if you have a non-profit purpose and wish to seek government recognition.<\/p>\n\n

In this article, we don’t intend to tell you which structure to choose, as there are several, and the choice must be made according to your specific needs. However, you are welcome to contact us if you would like personalized guidance on this point. <\/p>\n\n

Become a training organization<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Once your organization has been set up, it must be recognized as a training organization. To do this, you need to obtain an activity declaration number (NDA) from the DREETS<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n

You will need :<\/p>\n\n