MFR de SAINT MARTIN EN HAUT

What MFR de SAINT MARTIN EN HAUT does

MFR de SAINT MARTIN EN HAUT is a French non-profit vocational training association (loi 1901) operating as a CFA (Centre de Formation des Apprentis) specializing in mechanical trades. Founded in 1947 and located in Saint-Martin-en-Haut in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, approximately 32 km from Lyon, the institution serves young apprentices (typically aged 15–30) through CAP and BAC Pro programs in automotive maintenance (light vehicles) and equipment maintenance (agricultural, construction/manutention, and green spaces), as well as adult learners through CQP certifications (CQP TMMA for agricultural equipment, CQP MRVAH for vintage/historic vehicles) and a Titre à Finalité Professionnelle for automotive mechanics.

The delivery model follows the French alternance system, combining on-campus classroom and workshop instruction (specialized facilities for engine, electrical, hydraulic, and metalworking work, plus an IT lab) with alternating workplace immersion at employer partners. The technology stack is non-proprietary: Electude for e-learning, Office 365, MindView, GeoGebra, Scratch, and Python for general coursework, supplemented by a 360° virtual campus tour for prospective students. Programs are delivered by 21 trainers supported by 5 supervisors and 4 maintenance/catering staff, with 313 learners enrolled as of the 2024 rentrée.

Revenue is generated through the French apprenticeship tax (taxe d'apprentissage), OPCO professional-branch funding for adult training, and operating subsidies from the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Regional Council and the Rhône Department. All apprenticeship and CQP programs are free to learners at the point of delivery. As of 2024, the institution reported a 95.09% overall exam pass rate, including 100% pass rates on the BAC Pro Maintenance des Véhicules and CAP Maintenance des Matériels de Manutention et Construction programs, and a 100% insertion rate for CQP TMMA graduates.

Name

MFR de SAINT MARTIN EN HAUT

Legal name

MFR - CFA DE SAINT MARTIN EN HAUT

Website

https://mfr-stmartinenhaut.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MFR de SAINT MARTIN EN HAUT is a French non-profit CFA (vocational training center) in Saint-Martin-en-Haut, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, delivering alternance-based CAP, BAC Pro, and CQP programs in automotive and equipment maintenance to 313 apprentices and adult learners, funded via public apprenticeship tax, OPCO, and regional subsidies.

Ownership category

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Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Apprenticeship Training (611513), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Construction, Engineering & Skilled Trades Licensure Prep (EDAAANAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Skilled Trades, Safety & Compliance Certification Prep (OSHA, HAZMAT, welding, electrical, HVAC) (EDANAIAM)

Keywords

• Vocational training services
• Automotive mechanic training
• Agricultural equipment maintenance
• Apprenticeship programs
• Continuing professional education

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-Martin-en-Haut

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Apprenticeship Tax (Taxe d'Apprentissage): Government-mandated levy collected from businesses to fund apprenticeship training. Administered through the MFR network. Learners on apprenticeship contracts (contrat d'apprentissage) pay no tuition fees — costs are borne by employers and funded via the tax.
2. OPCO / Professional Branch Funding (CQP and Adult Training): Continuing professional training (CQP, VAE, formation continue) is financed entirely by professional branches through OPCO (Opérateur de Compétences). For CQP TMMA, training is free for the beneficiary. Revenue flows from branch-to-OPCO-to-MFR.
3. Regional Council Subsidies (Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes): The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Regional Council provides operating subsidies to MFR institutions for running vocational programs.
4. Departmental Subsidies (Département du Rhône): The Rhône Department contributes co-funding for the operation of the CFA/MFR, reflecting the institution's public service mission.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

MFR de Saint-Martin-en-Haut delivers vocational training through apprenticeship (alternance) in automotive mechanics and equipment maintenance (agricultural, construction/manutention, green spaces) for young learners aged 15-30, plus continuing professional certifications (CQP) for adult workers. The curriculum spans CAP (level 3), BAC Pro (level 4), and CQP programs, certified by the French Ministry of Education, ANFA, and SEDIMA, with training delivered on a residential campus combining workshops, classrooms, and dormitory facilities.

Product overview

MFR de Saint-Martin-en-Haut est un CFA (Centre de Formation des Apprentis) de mécanique automobile et des matériels, proposant un parcours éducatif en alternance basé sur l'association familles-professionnels-encadrants. Son offre se structure autour de deux pôles de formation : la maintenance automobile (véhicules légers) et la maintenance des matériels (agricoles, construction/manutention, espaces verts). Les diplômes vont du CAP (niveau 3) au Bac Pro (niveau 4), accessibles en apprentissage pour les jeunes de 15-30 ans, ainsi que des certifications professionnelles pour adultes (CQP MRVAH pour véhicules anciens/historiques, CQP TMMA pour techniciens de matériels agricoles, Titre à Finalité Professionnelle Mécanicien Automobile). L'établissement dispose d'un internat, accompagne les publics en situation de handicap via la démarche H+ formation, et propose des échanges internationaux via Erasmus.

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Products and services

• CAP Maintenance des Véhicules - Option Véhicules Légers Level 3 CAP diploma (certificat d'aptitude professionnelle) preparing learners for automotive maintenance and repair on light vehicles, accessible from age 15 after 3e. Delivered in apprenticeship (contrat d'apprentissage) over 2 years.
• BAC Pro Maintenance des Véhicules - Option Véhicules Légers Level 4 BAC Pro diploma (Baccalauréat professionnel) training technicians capable of diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing passenger vehicles, including thermal/hybrid engines, braking, steering, climate control, and on-board electronics. Delivered in alternance.
• CQP MRVAH - Mécanicien Réparateur de Véhicules Anciens et Historiques Adult professional qualification (Certificat de Qualification Professionnelle) recognized by ANFA, training mechanics for maintenance, repair, and restoration of vintage vehicles (over 30 years) and youngtimers (20-29 years). Duration: 14 months including 19.5 weeks at the training center. Fully financed by OPCO for adult learners.
• Titre à Finalité Professionnelle Mécanicien Automobile Level 4 professional title delivered by ANFA, preparing learners for the role of automotive maintenance mechanic and rapid service operator. Accessible after a CAP Maintenance des Véhicules.
• CAP Maintenance des Matériels - Option A (Matériels Agricoles) Level 3 CAP diploma training maintenance mechanics capable of working on agricultural machinery, covering engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and mechanical structures of farm equipment. Délivré en apprentissage.
• BAC Pro Maintenance des Matériels - Option A (Matériels Agricoles) Level 4 BAC Pro diploma preparing for agricultural equipment maintenance trades, training professionals capable of diagnosing, dismantling machinery, performing targeted interventions, and managing preventive and curative maintenance.
• CAP Maintenance des Matériels - Option B (Construction et Manutention) Level 3 CAP diploma training professionals in the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of construction and handling equipment, over 2 years with 980 hours of training.
• BAC Pro Maintenance des Matériels - Option B (Construction et Manutention) Level 4 BAC Pro diploma training mechanics capable of gathering intervention information, establishing diagnoses, identifying procedures, and maintaining their workstation for construction and handling equipment.
• CAP Maintenance des Matériels - Option C (Espaces Verts) Level 3 CAP diploma training experts in maintenance and repair of specialized parks and gardens equipment, including tractors, ride-on mowers, cultivators, chainsaws, and brush cutters, over 980 hours spread across 14 weeks at the MFR.
• BAC Pro Maintenance des Matériels - Option C (Espaces Verts) Level 4 BAC Pro diploma training for maintenance and repair of specialized equipment for parks, gardens, and public spaces, with skills in diagnostic, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repair.
• CQP TMMA - Technicien de Maintenance des Matériels Agricoles Adult professional qualification (Certificat de Qualification Professionnelle) recognized by SEDIMA, attesting the capacity to diagnose and repair any breakdown on agricultural machinery. Duration: 525 hours over 14 months including 15 weeks in présentiel. Fully financed by OPCO for adult learners.
• Residential Boarding (Internat) On-campus dormitory with common spaces allowing apprentices to reside on-site, including catering and accommodation for an enriching life experience.
• H+ Formation Disability Support Service (Démarche H+) Dedicated support for individuals with disabilities or special needs, with adapted facilities and H+ referents to guarantee equal opportunities. The MFR is a signatory of the H+ Formation charter.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95.09% overall exam pass rate (2024)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Région Auvergne-Rhône-AlpescoreOthersRegional council provides core operating subsidies and funding for vocational training programs delivered by MFR institutions in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
• Département du RhônecoreOthersThe departmental council co-finances the operation of the CFA/MFR in the Rhône, supporting the institution's mission to provide vocational training to local youth.
• ANFA (Association Nationale pour la Formation Automobile)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerANFA is the professional branch body for the automobile sector that created the Titre à Finalité Professionnelle Mécanicien Automobile and the CQP MRVAH. It also provides financing through OPCO for adult training programs.
• MobilianscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe professional branch representing mobility and automobile service companies. Works with MFR on curriculum alignment, apprenticeship recruitment, and certification development for automotive maintenance trades.
• FFVE (Fédération Française des Véhicules d'Epoque)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe French federation of classic/period vehicles supports the CQP MRVAH program for vintage vehicle mechanics, providing sector expertise and recognition for the specialty.
• SEDIMA (Syndicat des Equipes Internationales de Distribution et de Maintenance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional branch for agricultural and outdoor equipment distribution and maintenance. The SEDIMA created the CQP TMMA certification (RNCP26301) and partners with MFR for training delivery and professional recognition.
• DLR (Distributeurs, Loueurs, Réparateurs)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional branch representing distributors, rental companies, and repairers of agricultural and construction equipment. Supports training programs and recruits graduates.
• MotulminorOthersLubricant and maintenance products brand operating within the automotive ecosystem. Partner providing technical resources and industry connections for automotive maintenance training.
• Fondation MichelinminorOthersCorporate foundation of Michelin, providing sponsorship, resources, and support for automotive and mobility-related training initiatives.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• AFTRAL: AFTRAL is France's largest CFA for transport, logistics, and mobility professions, with a national network of campuses. It directly competes with MFR de Saint Martin en Haut for apprenticeship candidates in automotive-related trades and operates adjacent mechanical/material handling programs with similar OPCO funding structures.
• Greta (GRoupement d'ETAblissements): Greta is the public network of adult continuing education establishments attached to French high schools. It offers competing vocational training programs in mechanical trades and competes directly with MFR's CQP and continuing education offerings for OPCO-funded adult learners.
• CNAM (Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers): CNAM offers higher-level vocational training and continuing education in engineering and technical fields, including mechanical maintenance. While CNAM is more focused on higher-level qualifications, it competes for adult continuing education candidates in the same industrial training market.
• AFPA (Agence nationale pour la formation professionnelle des adultes): AFPA is the national public adult vocational training provider operating across all French regions. It offers competing programs in automotive maintenance and equipment mechanics, drawing from the same OPCO and CPF funding pools as MFR's CQP programs.
• CCI Formation (Chambers of Commerce and Industry training): CCI Formation delivers vocational training through the network of French Chambers of Commerce and Industry across many regions. It competes with MFR for apprenticeship candidates and employer placements, particularly in automotive and mechanical trades, with similar alternance structures.

Direct peers

• Compagnons du Devoir: Compagnons du Devoir is a historic French guild-based training network offering work-study programs in skilled trades. It competes directly with MFR's alternance model, particularly for construction and mechanical trades, and shares the same target demographic of youth seeking hands-on vocational pathways.
• MFR Network (Union Nationale des MFR): The Union Nationale des MFR is the national federation of 511 MFR associations, including MFR de Saint Martin en Haut. Other MFR associations teach similar vocational curricula (mechanical, agricultural, service trades) using the same alternance model and shared pedagogical approach, making them direct internal peers.

Regional players

• Pôle Formation UIMM (AFPI): Pôle Formation UIMM/AFPI delivers industry-focused vocational training in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, including mechanical and industrial maintenance programs. It is a localized competitor for OPCO-funded training targeting adults seeking career advancement in mechanical trades.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles21 records

Funding overview

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M&A

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