The persons authorised to act as mentors are approved by the administrative authority, taking into account in particular their experience as mentors within the meaning of articles L. 6223-5, relating to apprenticeship masters, and L. 6325-1 et seq, relating to professionalisation contracts.
During the performance of their duties, they are covered by the social security legislation relating to protection against accidents at work and occupational illnesses under the conditions set out inarticle L. 754-5 of the Social Security Code.