What Groupe GEFOR does

Groupe GEFOR is a Paris-headquartered professional training organization founded in 1993, operating three training sites across the Île-de-France region (two in central Paris near the Louvre and one in Changis-sur-Marne). The company delivers a diversified vocational training portfolio spanning accelerated one-year BTS diplomas (insurance, banking, accounting and management, IT, commerce, SME management), Ministry-certified Titre Professionnel programs (payroll, accounting, HR, IT, web development), CACES safety certifications for construction and logistics equipment (R482, R487, R489, R486), French as a Foreign Language (FLE/FOS) and TEF exam preparation, digital marketing programs, and specialized safety and compliance training (electrical habilitation, photovoltaic installation, cybersecurity for SMEs). Its most distinctive physical asset is a 12-hectare outdoor training platform in Changis-sur-Marne equipped with three tower cranes and over 15 construction machines, used for hands-on BTP certification work.

The company operates a proprietary Learning Management System accessible 24 hours a day, providing enrolled students with training materials, videos, quizzes, exam simulation, and progress tracking. GEFOR is certified QUALIOPI (mandatory under French law for training organizations accessing public funds), registered with DATADOCK, and declared with the CNIL; its SSL-secured site is led by President Lassad Kheder with Chahid Kheder serving as Data Protection Officer, suggesting family-led ownership of the Société Anonyme.

Commercial operations follow a sales-led go-to-market combining direct-to-consumer recruitment of career changers, recent graduates, and immigrants with B2B corporate training services for employee upskilling, regulatory compliance, and inclusive hiring programs. Revenue is generated through course fees financed via CPF, PTP, POE, CDPI, FNE-Formation, and direct employer payments, with no disclosed financial figures, institutional investors, or M&A activity in the source data. Pricing spans approximately €5,900 ex-VAT for the Bachelor Européen Marketing Digital to roughly €15,000 for one-year BTS programs, with CACES and FLE modules priced at lower tiers.

Name

Groupe GEFOR

Legal name

GROUPE GEFOR

Website

https://gefor.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Groupe GEFOR is a Paris-based professional training organization founded in 1993, delivering vocational training (BTS diplomas, Titre Professionnels, CACES certifications, FLE, digital marketing) to career changers, recent graduates, immigrants, and corporate clients across Île-de-France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Services: Revenue generated from providing vocational training courses to individuals and organizations. Training is funded through multiple public and private mechanisms including CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation), PTP (Projet de Transition Professionnelle), POE (Préparation Opérationnelle à l'Emploi), CDPI (Contrat de Développement Professionnel Intérimaire), FNE Formation, and direct company financing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Groupe GEFOR is a French professional training organization delivering vocational education programs across Île-de-France. The company offers accelerated one-year BTS diplomas, Ministry-certified Titre Professionnel programs in accounting, HR, IT and administration, CACES® safety certifications for construction and logistics equipment, FLE/FOS French language courses with TEF exam preparation, and the Bachelor Européen Marketing Digital program. Training is delivered across three physical sites (two in Paris and a 12-hectare BTP platform in Changis-sur-Marne) and supplemented by a proprietary 24/7 digital learning platform.

Product overview

Groupe GEFOR is a professional training organization operating primarily in Île-de-France, offering a diversified portfolio of vocational education programs. The core offerings include accelerated BTS (Brevet de Technicien Supérieur) diploma programs completed in 1 year, Ministry-certified Titre Professionnel programs covering business administration (accounting, HR, payroll), IT (systems & networks, web development), and various professional tracks, and CACES® (safety certification for construction and logistics equipment including excavators, tower cranes, forklifts, and aerial work platforms). Additional offerings include French as a Foreign Language (FLE/FOS) and TEF exam preparation for immigrants, Marketing Digital programs (Bachelor and Expert tracks with certifications in Google ADS, SEMRush, Meta Blueprint), cybersecurity training for SMEs, electrical safety, and photovoltaic panel installation. The company operates 3 training sites in Île-de-France (two in Paris, one in Changis-sur-Marne with a 12-hectare outdoor platform) and is certified QUALIOPI, with DATADOCK registration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BTS Assurance (1-year intensive) Accelerated one-year Brevet de Technicien Supérieur in Insurance for professionals and students pursuing an insurance diploma, offered through classroom and online formats with 24/7 LMS access and certification preparation.
• BTS Banque - Conseiller de Clientèle Particulier (1-year) Accelerated one-year BTS in Banking focused on individual customer relationship management, training learners for retail banking roles.
• BTS Comptabilité et Gestion (CG) (1-year) Accelerated BTS in Accounting and Management covering accounting, taxation, and financial/administrative management, completed in one year instead of the standard two-year format.
• BTS Gestion de la PME (GPME) (1-year) Accelerated BTS in Small and Medium Enterprise Management covering administrative management, accounting, law, and marketing for SME support roles.
• BTS Management Commercial Opérationnel (MCO) (1-year) Accelerated BTS in Operational Commercial Management (formerly BTS MUC), focused on sales and operational management for retail and commercial roles.
• BTS SIO SISR - Solutions d'Infrastructure, Systèmes et Réseaux (1-year) Accelerated BTS in IT Services to Organizations, SISR option, training students in IT infrastructure, network administration, server installation, and cybersecurity fundamentals.
• BTS SIO SLAM - Solutions Logicielles et Applications Métiers (1-year) Accelerated BTS in IT Services to Organizations, SLAM option, focusing on software development, application design, and programming.
• Titre Professionnel Gestionnaire de Paie Ministry-certified professional title covering payroll management, salary calculation, and tax/social compliance.
• Titre Professionnel Gestionnaire Comptable et Fiscal Professional title (RNCP 31677) in accounting and tax management, training students in accounting practices and fiscal regulations.
• Titre Professionnel Secrétaire Comptable Professional title (RNCP 37123) combining accounting and administrative secretarial skills.
• Titre Professionnel Assistant RH Professional title training students in human resources assistance functions.
• Titre Professionnel Développeur Web et Web Mobile Professional title (RNCP 37674) training students in web and mobile application development.
• Titre Professionnel Technicien Supérieur Systèmes et Réseaux Professional title (RNCP 37682) in IT systems and networks, training students in server management and network administration.
• CACES® R482 - Engins de Chantier Certificate of Aptitude for Safe Equipment Operation for construction machinery covering categories A through G (excavators, loaders, dumpers, compactors, telehandlers, dump trucks, vehicle carriers). Practical training delivered on the 12-hectare Changis-sur-Marne platform with 15+ machines.
• CACES® R487 - Grues à Tour Certificate for tower crane operation (formerly R377M), delivered on-site using the three dedicated tower cranes at the Changis-sur-Marne training platform.
• CACES® R489 - Chariot Élévateur Certificate for forklift operation covering categories 1, 3, and 5.
• CACES® R486 - Nacelle (PEMP) Certificate for mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), including category 3B.
• Bachelor Européen Marketing Digital European Bachelor program (Level 6, 60 ECTS) in Digital Marketing, completed in 11 months / 700 hours, including certification preparation for SEMRush, Meta Blueprint, Google ADS, and Google Analytics. Priced from 5,900€ H.T. and includes 24/7 LMS access.
• Parcours Expertise Webmarketing Expert-level webmarketing training preparing for certification 'Développer son activité avec le webmarketing' (RS5210), covering SEO, SEA, social media, and email marketing.
• Français Langue Étrangère (FLE) French as a Foreign Language courses from A1 to B1 levels with professional orientation (Alphabétisation, FLE A1 to A2, A2 to B1) for foreign workers and immigrants.
• Français sur Objectifs Spécifiques (FOS) - Construction Equipment Operators French with specific professional objectives for construction equipment operators, bridging language and BTP professional skills.
• Test d'Évaluation de Français (TEF) Preparation Preparation for French language proficiency tests including TEF Études (study in France), TEF IRN (Integration, Résidence, Nationalité) for naturalization and residence permits, and civic exam preparation.
• Formation Habilitation Électrique Electrical safety certification training for professionals working on or near electrical installations.
• Sauveteur Secouriste du Travail (SST) First aid and workplace safety certification training.
• AIPR - Autorisation d'Intervention à Proximité des Réseaux Authorization for work near underground networks, required for construction professionals.
• Formation Panneaux Photovoltaïques SPV1-SP3 Photovoltaic panel installation training at various certification levels (SPV1, SPV2, SPV3) including QUALI PV ELEC RGE and QUALI PV 500 Haute Puissance.
• Formation Cybersécurité Action TPE PME Cybersecurity training specifically designed for small businesses and SMEs.
• Titre Professionnel Formateur Professionnel d'Adultes Professional title for adult education trainers, qualifying graduates to deliver vocational and continuing education.
• Formation Langues (Arabe, Anglais) Language training courses in Arabic and English for professional and personal development.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.5/5 Google rating based on 29 student reviews

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ICI FormationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTraining partner organization. Partnership enables referral of students and collaboration on professional training programs. ICI Formation and Groupe GEFOR work together to serve learners seeking professional retraining.
• HumandminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTraining partner organization. Strategic collaboration in the professional training ecosystem. Humand provides additional channels for student acquisition and training delivery.
• PromotransminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional training organization specializing in transport and logistics. Partnership allows cross-referral of students and shared expertise in vocational training.
• Transitions Pro Île-de-FrancecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial regional operator for professional transition projects (CPF PTP). Transitions Pro IDF processes and funds professional transition requests for Île-de-France residents. Critical partnership for student financing of career change programs.
• BatiwebminorGTM or Marketing PartnerB2B digital media platform for construction industry. Marketing partnership provides visibility among construction sector professionals seeking CACES and safety training.
• BatiactuminorGTM or Marketing PartnerConstruction industry news and media platform. Marketing partnership increases brand awareness among BTP professionals and companies seeking construction equipment training.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• AFORP: French vocational training organization with strong Île-de-France presence offering BTS, Titre Pro, and corporate training. Closest direct mid-size peer to GEFOR in geography, program mix (BTS/Titre Pro), and B2B/B2C funding model.
• INHNI (Institut National de l'Hygiène et du Nettoyage Industriel): French professional training organization specialized in hygiene, cleaning, and hospitality. Closely comparable to GEFOR's vocational training model (Titre Pro, CPF-funded, B2B/B2C hybrid) though in a different vertical.
• IFOCOP: Paris-based vocational training specialist offering accelerated Titre Professionnel programs in administration, IT, and commerce. Closely comparable to GEFOR's accelerated 1-year Titre Pro portfolio and CPF-eligible Paris delivery model.
• BTP CFA (Constructys / réseau CFA BTP): National network of construction-sector apprenticeship and continuing education centers offering CACES and BTP safety certifications. Directly comparable to GEFOR's CACES R482/R487/R489/R486 portfolio and competes for the same BTP construction employer learners.

Broad incumbents

• AFPA (Agence nationale pour la formation professionnelle des adultes): France's largest public vocational training organization, offering Titre Professionnel, CACES, and reskilling programs nationwide. Directly comparable to GEFOR's vocational training scope but with significantly larger scale and national geographic coverage.
• GRETA (Réseau des GRETA): National public network of GRETA (Groupements d'Établissements) delivering continuing education, BTS, Titre Pro, and CACES programs. Competes with GEFOR for CPF-funded learners across France and overlaps heavily in BTS and reskilling offerings.
• CNAM (Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers): Major French higher education institution delivering professional titles, licences, and continuing education nationwide. Overlaps with GEFOR's professional title catalog and reskilling mission, with much broader scale and academic recognition.
• CCI France / CCI Formation: National network of Chambers of Commerce running continuing education, BTS, and reskilling programs. Overlaps with GEFOR's BTS tertiary and Titre Pro catalog, and competes for the same CPF-funded B2C learner in Île-de-France.

Emerging players

• OpenClassrooms: France's leading online education platform offering degree programs and online vocational tracks, partly funded via CPF. Competes with GEFOR's Digital Marketing Bachelor and IT Titre Pro programs through a digital-only delivery model.
• Skills4All: French CPF-funded digital training platform focused on IT, digital, and business skills. Comparable to GEFOR's IT/development Titre Pro and Digital Marketing offerings through an online-first model targeting the same CPF learner pool.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCtKUUSmrmR5lgi5ezzEt4rg
• Facebookfacebook.com/GroupeGEFOR
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/groupegefor
• Instagraminstagram.com/groupegefor/?hl=fr

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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