Campus des Métiers 36

What Campus des Métiers 36 does

Campus des Métiers 36, operating commercially as CMA Formation – Châteauroux, is a public vocational training center (Centre de Formation d'Apprentis, CFA) established in 2010 and operated by the Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat Centre-Val de Loire (CMA-CVL), a regional public institution under the French Chamber of Trades system. The institution delivers apprenticeship-based training programs (CAP, CS, Bac Pro, BP, BTM, CQP, BM levels) across five craft verticals: Métiers de Bouche (baker, pastry chef, charcutier, butcher), Hôtellerie Restauration, Métiers de la Mobilité (mechanic, bodywork), Beauté Bien-Être, and Commerce. It serves young learners aged 16+, job seekers, career changers, and artisanal businesses recruiting apprentices, with selected programs financed by the Région Centre-Val de Loire under the Programme Régional de Formation (PRF).

The center operates from a single campus at 164 Avenue John Kennedy in Châteauroux and is staffed by 11 personnel, including a director, a pedagogical lead, a disability/reinforced-pedagogy lead, a development officer, and administrative/contract staff. Its underlying technology stack consists of a WordPress-based institutional website with embedded social media feeds, Google Analytics, Microsoft Forms for registration, and a dedicated digital learning platform powering its hybrid CAP Pâtissier program (e-learning modules, video lessons, recipes, synthesis sheets, quizzes, and virtual classes). The institution holds Qualiopi certification for its training quality and operates pedagogical amenities including a Restaurant d'Application, an alumni platform, and a resource center (CRAF).

The business model is a public-sector vocational training model with no publicly disclosed pricing; revenue is generated through regional government funding, apprenticeship contracts (taxa d'apprentissage), and continuing education contracts, with learners placed alternately between enterprise-based workplace training and CFA-based theoretical instruction (1 week out of 5 for hybrid formats). Customer segments span individual learners (primary), adult continuing education participants, and artisanal enterprise clients recruiting apprentices. Marketing is conducted via the institutional website, Facebook/LinkedIn/Instagram presence, regional open days (Journées Portes Ouvertes), and orientation forums.

Name

Campus des Métiers 36

Legal name

Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat Centre-Val de Loire (CMA-CVL) - CMA Formation Châteauroux

Website

https://campusdesmetiers36.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Campus des Métiers 36 (CMA Formation Châteauroux) is a public French vocational training center in Châteauroux, operated by the Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat Centre-Val de Loire, delivering apprenticeship programs (CAP to BAC+2) across food, hospitality, automotive, beauty, and commerce trades to young learners, job seekers, and artisanal enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Professional Culinary Arts (Chef Training) (EDAOAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Institutional & Commercial Kitchen Training (Schools/Healthcare/Corporate) (EDAOAKAL), Agriculture & Food Production (EDABALAA), Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG)

Keywords

• Vocational training
• Apprenticeship programs
• Craft education
• Pastry training
• Professional certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Châteauroux

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Campus des Métiers 36 (CMA Formation Châteauroux) is a vocational training center (Centre de Formation d'Apprentis - CFA) that delivers state-recognized apprenticeship diplomas (CAP, CS, Bac Pro, BP, BTM, CQP, BM) across artisanal trades including food crafts (baking, pastry, charcuterie, butchery), hospitality and restaurant services, automotive trades (mechanics, bodywork), beauty and wellness, and commerce. Training combines enterprise-based practical experience with CFA-based theoretical instruction, including innovative hybrid formats such as the CAP Pâtissier Hybride with a digital e-learning platform.

Product overview

CMA Formation - Châteauroux is a vocational training center (Centre de Formation d'Apprentis - CFA) operated by the Chambre de Métiers et de l'Artisanat Centre-Val de Loire. The institution offers a comprehensive portfolio of apprenticeship programs spanning multiple craft sectors: Métiers de Bouche (baker, pastry chef, charcutier, butcher), Hôtellerie Restauration (cook, restaurant/hotel employee), Métiers de la Mobilité (mechanic, bodywork painter), Beauté Bien-Être (hairdresser, aesthetician), and Commerce Gestion Services (salesperson). Programs range from CAP certificates to BAC PRO, BP, BTM, CQP and BM levels. The institution also offers innovative formats including a hybrid CAP Pâtissier (blending enterprise training, digital e-learning, and CFA workshops), continuing education programs funded by the Region, and supplementary services such as a pedagogical restaurant, alumni platform, and resource center.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CAP Pâtissier Hybride A 1-year hybrid pastry diploma program combining enterprise training with master apprenticeship, a dedicated digital e-learning platform featuring videos, recipes, synthesis sheets, quizzes, and virtual classes, plus CFA-based workshops (1 week out of 5, totaling 6 weeks per year). Designed for individuals aged 16+ seeking the state-recognized CAP Pâtissier qualification.
• CAP Boulanger Vocational training certificate for bakery trades (Métiers de Bouche category). Apprenticeship-based program leading to the state-recognized CAP Boulanger qualification for individuals pursuing careers in bakery.
• CAP Pâtissier Chocolatier Confiseur Vocational training certificate for pastry, chocolate making, and confectionery trades (Métiers de Bouche category). Apprenticeship-based program leading to the state-recognized CAP qualification for individuals pursuing careers in pastry and chocolate arts.
• CAP Charcutier Traiteur Vocational training certificate for charcuterie and catering trades (Métiers de Bouche category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in charcuterie and catering.
• CAP Boucher Vocational training certificate for butchery trades (Métiers de Bouche category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in butchery.
• CAP Cuisinier Vocational training certificate for cooking/trade cooking (Hôtellerie Restauration category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers as professional cooks.
• CAP Employé en Hôtel Café Restaurant Vocational training certificate for hotel, café, and restaurant employment (Hôtellerie Restauration category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in hospitality service.
• CAP Employé de Restauration Vocational training certificate for restaurant employment (Hôtellerie Restauration category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in restaurant service.
• CAP Mécanicien Vocational training certificate for mechanics (Métiers de la Mobilité category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in automotive mechanics.
• CAP Carrossier Peintre en Carrosserie Vocational training certificate for bodywork and vehicle painting (Métiers de la Mobilité category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in vehicle bodywork and painting.
• CAP Coiffeur Vocational training certificate for hairdressing (Beauté Bien-Être category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in hairdressing.
• CAP Esthétique Vocational training certificate for aesthetics and beauty treatments (Beauté Bien-Être category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in aesthetics.
• CAP Vendeur Vocational training certificate for sales (Commerce Gestion Services category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in retail sales.
• CAP Glacier Fabricant Vocational training certificate for artisanal ice cream and sorbet manufacturing (Métiers de Bouche category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in ice cream and sorbet production.
• CAP Esthétique Cosmétique Parfumerie Vocational training certificate for aesthetic cosmetics and perfumery (Beauté Bien-Être category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing careers in cosmetics and beauty services.
• BAC PRO Maintenance Automobile Professional baccalaureate in automotive maintenance and vehicle servicing (Métiers de la Mobilité category). Apprenticeship-based program for individuals pursuing advanced careers in automotive maintenance.
• Formation Continue Continuing education programs for professionals and job seekers, including Region-funded training under the Programme Régional de Formation (PRF) across various crafts. Accessible to job seekers aged 16+ and people with disabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Enzo Vauquelin placed 5th out of 18 participants and won a Medal of Excellence at WorldSkills 2024 in Tôlerie Carrosserie
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• UMIH Berry (Union des Métiers et des Industries de l'Hôtellerie)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026UMIH Berry collaborated with CMA Formation Châteauroux as a supporting partner for the Matisse Marchais culinary competition, contributing jury members and regional gastronomy professionals to the event organized in homage to Matisse Marchais.
• Tables Gourmandes du BerryminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026Tables Gourmandes du Berry co-sponsored the Matisse Marchais culinary competition with CMA Formation Châteauroux, providing a jury member (Christian CHAUVEAU, Vice-President) and contributing to the gastronomic event.
• Restaurant Jeux2Goûts (Cécile CACCIATORI and Christophe MARCHAIS)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026Parents of Matisse MARCHAIS (the late student in whose memory the competition was created) and owners of Restaurant Jeux2Goûts, provided support and endorsement for the Matisse Marchais culinary competition organized by CMA Formation.
• Fédération des boulangers du Centre-Val de LoireminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026The regional federation of bakers organized the regional competition for Best Young Baker (Meilleur Jeune Boulanger) at CMA Formation Châteauroux, hosting 1st place Marius DIOT (CMA Joué-lès-Tours), 2nd Jules BARBOT (CMA Châteauroux), and 3rd Enzo POINOT (CFA Interprofessionnel d'Eure-et-Loir).
• Les Tables Gourmandes du BerryminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 October 2025Co-president Philippe PERRICHON from Les Tables Gourmandes du Berry participated in the Automne Gourmand lunch event organized by CMA Formation, which gathered over 50 guests and raised funds for Octobre Rose (breast cancer awareness).
• Local producers and artisans (Auberge Saint Fiacre, La Cognette Hôtel Restaurant, Les saisons gourmandes, La Table de Michel, Auberge a L'escargot, Ferme Perreau, Vins et whisky Mabillot)minorOthers · 20 October 2025Various local restaurants and producers contributed food, wine, and whisky for the Automne Gourmand lunch event at CMA Formation, with producers including Ferme Perreau (mushrooms) and Vins et whisky Mabillot supplying ingredients for the 50+ guest event.
• La BovidaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 January 2025La Bovida, represented by Benoît SAURET, provided prize lots to candidates at the regional selection of the MAF Charcutier-Traiteur competition held at CMA Formation Châteauroux.
• PRIJ de DéolsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 May 2024In collaboration with PRIJ de Déols, CMA Formation Châteauroux learners worked since October on creating 2 short films about domestic violence, culminating in a public screening at the campus with approximately 50 attendees including local officials.
• L'Atelier de la PoissonnerieminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 May 2024Learners from the Terminal BAC PRO Métiers de la Vente et du Commerce met with members of L'Atelier de la Poissonnerie in April before creating a charity art auction to raise funds for the association 'Un cadeau des sourires' at Châteauroux hospital.

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/cfacm36
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/cmaformation-chateauroux

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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