CPF Application

2 OCTOBER 2026 REFORM

The 2027 Finance Bill, presented to the Council of Ministers on 1 October 2026, proposes changes to the rules governing the use of the Personal Training Account (CPF) for training applications approved from 2 October 2026 onwards.

Depending on the individual’s circumstances, the training chosen and any additional funding, these new rules could result in an increase in the mandatory fixed contribution. By confirming their purchase, the CPF holder agrees, where applicable, to pay an additional amount of up to €200 in 2027.

As a reminder, the mandatory fixed contribution, introduced in 2024, is paid by the CPF holder when registering for training through Mon Compte Formation, except in cases where an exemption applies. This measure is intended, among other things, to encourage CPF beneficiaries to take an active and responsible approach to their training.

Since February 2026, a fixed €150 participation fee must be paid by the student to use CPF funds, and funding for RS-certified training programs, such as language courses, is now capped at €1,500.

CPF means Compte Personnel de Formation. It acts like a savings account from the social charges that you pay or that your employer pays and you can use it for professional training including language courses. Every year in the spring, your account is updated and additional funds are made available.

Allow at least 3 weeks between the application and starting the course. The process is simple but all steps must be completed.

All CPF funded courses include a mandatory exam called the CLOE Certification

To book a French CPF funded course , follow our detailed step by step guides

1. Create your CPF account on the CPF platform. Follow our step by step guide
2. Select your course from our CPF packages and use the form below to fill in our Level & Needs Analysis
3. Create your “Identité Numérique” (see guide). This is a security app which you can use to access all French administration systems
4. Finally, you’ll need to sign up to the course directly on the CPF platform by following this guide