Simplon Hauts-de-France

What Simplon Hauts-de-France does

Simplon Hauts-de-France is a French regional vocational training organization operating as a territorial branch of the national Simplon network. Established in the Hauts-de-France region in 2017 and headquartered in Roubaix, it delivers free, intensive, certification-oriented training in digital technical professions across four program sectors: Développement (Development), Réseaux & Cybersécurité (Networks & Cybersecurity), Data/IA (Data & AI), and Compétences numériques (Digital Skills). Programs range from discovery-level modules to advanced credentials up to Bac+5 and are delivered through a network of five physical campuses (Lille, Tourcoing, Béthune, Valenciennes, Lens) plus a distance learning channel. The organization holds Qualiopi quality certification, qualifying it to access regulated French training funds.

The business model blends public funding with enterprise services. Core training is largely underwritten by Région Hauts-de-France subsidies and directed through institutional referrers such as France Travail and Les Missions Locales. Apprenticeship (alternance) contracts generate additional recurring revenue tied to French work-study financing. On the enterprise side, Simplon Hauts-de-France offers train-the-trainer programs, corporate certification services, partner offers, and three recruitment solutions (Alternance, custom cohorts, and disability-inclusive hiring), serving a roster that includes Accenture, Capgemini, CGI, Orange Business Services, Auchan, Leroy Merlin, ArcelorMittal, Crédit Agricole, AXA, and Enedis. Technology partnerships with Apple (Apple Foundation Program) and Microsoft, alongside the French Tech ecosystem, underpin curriculum credibility and certification pathways. The organization reports a 70% positive outcome rate (employment or continued education), a 94% certification pass rate, and 36% female representation among learners, with 3,300+ learners trained regionally since 2017.

Name

Simplon Hauts-de-France

Legal name

Simplon, Inc.

Website

https://hautsdefrance.simplon.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Simplon Hauts-de-France is a French vocational training organization that delivers free, certification-oriented digital skills programs across five Hauts-de-France campuses, serving job seekers, career changers, apprentices, and enterprises through government-funded training, alternance contracts, and B2B services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Training Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Educational Support Services (61171), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Mobile, Web & UI Engineering (Frontend, Backend, APIs, Mobile) (EDABAFAM)

Keywords

• Digital skills training
• Tech vocational training
• Coding bootcamp
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional certification training

Headquarters

HQ city

Roubaix

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Government-funded training: Training programs supported by Région Hauts-de-France funding, making education accessible to job seekers and career changers
2. Enterprise training services: B2B training programs for corporate clients including customized team training, recruitment solutions, and certification services
3. Apprenticeship programs: Alternance (apprenticeship) programs combining theoretical training with practical work experience, funded through apprenticeship contracts

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Simplon Hauts-de-France is a regional training subsidiary of the Simplon network that delivers free, intensive, certification-oriented training programs in digital and technology professions to job seekers and career changers. Its curriculum spans four filières: Développement, Réseaux & Cybersécurité, Data/IA, and Compétences numériques, delivered through five regional campuses plus distance learning. It also runs B2B enterprise offerings including train-the-trainer, certifications, partner offers, and apprenticeship-based recruitment solutions for employers.

Product overview

Simplon Hauts-de-France is a regional division of Simplon, a technology training organization offering vocational education programs across four main training sectors: Développement (Development), Réseaux & Cybersécurité (Networks & Cybersecurity), Data / IA (Data & AI), and Compétences numériques (Digital Skills). The organization operates through a multi-campus network in the Hauts-de-France region (Lille, Lens, Tourcoing, Béthune, Valenciennes) plus a distance learning option, providing training from discovery level to Bac+5. For enterprise clients, Simplon offers formateur training programs, certification services, partner programs, and three recruitment solutions (Alternance/apprenticeship, custom cohorts, and disability-inclusive hiring). The training programs are designed to meet industry needs with support from regional government and major tech partners including Apple and Microsoft.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Développement (Development training) Intensive training filière focused on software and web development skills, targeting job seekers and career changers seeking entry-level developer roles.
• Réseaux & Cybersécurité (Networks & Cybersecurity training) Intensive training filière covering IT networks and cybersecurity, aimed at individuals preparing for infrastructure and security technician roles.
• Data / IA (Data & AI training) Intensive training filière covering data analysis and artificial intelligence fundamentals for individuals transitioning into data-oriented tech roles.
• Compétences numériques (Digital Skills training) Foundational digital-literacy training filière for digital beginners and broader audiences seeking essential technology skills for the modern workplace.
• Formation de formateurs (Train-the-Trainer)

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% of graduates achieve positive outcomes (employment or continued education)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• ApplecoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing Apple Foundation Program training for iOS development, enabling learners to build applications for Apple platforms
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner supporting digital skills training and providing access to Microsoft technologies and certification pathways
• French TechcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational tech ecosystem initiative supporting innovative training programs and startup ecosystem connections
• Région Hauts-de-FranceflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional government funding partner providing financial support for training programs and workforce development initiatives
• France TravailcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational employment service partner directing job seekers to Simplon training programs
• Les Missions LocalescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorYouth employment service network referring young people to Simplon training programs across the region
• Transition Pro Hauts-de-FranceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional professional transition organization supporting career changers through funding and guidance
• AccentureminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnterprise partner for talent recruitment and corporate training collaborations
• CapgeminiminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnterprise partner for talent recruitment and corporate training collaborations
• VinciminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnterprise partner for talent recruitment and corporate training collaborations
• AxaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnterprise partner for talent recruitment and corporate training collaborations
• Leroy MerlinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnterprise partner for talent recruitment and corporate training collaborations
• EnedisminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnterprise partner for talent recruitment and corporate training collaborations
• Crédit AgricoleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnterprise partner for talent recruitment and corporate training collaborations

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/simplon-hauts-de-france

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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