Section 1: Lifelong vocational training

Lifelong vocational training is a national obligation. Its aim is to enable everyone, regardless of their status, to acquire and update the knowledge and skills that will help them develop professionally, and to progress to at least one level of qualification during their working life. It is a key factor in securing career paths and promoting employees. A coordinated national strategy is defined and implemented by the State, the regions…

The knowledge and skills mentioned in the first paragraph of article L. 6111-1 are based on the foundation mentioned inarticle L. 122-1-1 of the Education Code, which they develop and complement. Actions to combat illiteracy and to learn and improve the mastery of the French language and digital skills are part of lifelong vocational training. All public services, local authorities and their groupings, companies and their social institutions, associations and…