Subsection 2: Duration of the contract

The duration of the apprenticeship contract for top-level sportsmen and women may be extended to four years. In this case, the apprentice’s remuneration for the fourth year of the contract is identical to that provided for in article D. 6222-26 for the third year.

Where the apprentice’s sporting activities so require, the teaching provided in the training establishment with a view to leading to the diploma or professional qualification provided for in the contract is spread over a period of time equal to the normal apprenticeship duration for the training in question, plus a maximum of one year.

In the case provided for in article R. 6222-61, the duration of the apprenticeship is extended by a maximum of one year, without prejudice to the conclusion, where applicable, of a new contract with another employer.

The provisions of articles R. 6222-61 and R. 6222-62 also apply to apprentices who are recognised as high-level sportspeople during their apprenticeship.