What GRETA-CFA Aquitaine does

GRETA-CFA Aquitaine is a public vocational training consortium (groupement d'établissements publics) operating under the French Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale within the Académie de Bordeaux. Headquartered in Bordeaux and founded in 1974, it runs a network of 8 agencies — 3 sectoral agencies in Gironde and 5 territorial agencies covering Dordogne, Landes, Lot-et-Garonne, Béarn, and Pays Basque — delivering over 1,000 training programs across 12+ sectors spanning industry, construction, hospitality, health/social care, digital/audiovisual, transport, agriculture, crafts (including a Pôle Excellence Cuir in Thiviers), and prevention/security. Specialized training platforms include the Pôle Image et Son in Biarritz (BTS Audiovisuel, partnership with INA) and the Halle Technologique in Mourenx (industrial chemistry certifications such as CAIC and BTS Métiers de la Chimie). Customer segments are job seekers, private- and public-sector employees, apprentices aged 16–30, people with disabilities, adults in career transition, and regional enterprises served through a claimed network of 30,000+ local employers.

The core service stack comprises three lines — Formation Continue (continuing education), Formation en Alternance et Apprentissage (work-study/apprenticeship contracts), and Bilan de Compétences (skills assessment) — supplemented by Formation à Distance (FOAD) via an OpenClassrooms partnership and Formation en Situation de Travail (FEST) for workplace-embedded learning. Technology footprint centers on mainstream digital tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace), the OpenClassrooms LMS for online delivery, and the TOSA adaptive-testing platform for digital-skills certification; co-learning coworking spaces are provided for distance learners. Credentials delivered include state diplomas (CAP through BTS), Titre Professionnel certifications registered at RNCP levels 3–6 (e.g., Développeur Web et Web Mobile RNCP 31114, TIP RNCP 40799, Administrateur Systèmes et Réseaux RNCP 39996, ADRN RNCP 38718), and CQPM/CQP professional certifications.

The business model is overwhelmingly publicly funded: Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine as primary financier for job seekers and professional training, France Travail (Pôle Emploi) for unemployment-program training, OPCO operators for apprenticeship contracts, CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation) for individual training accounts, and employer training plans (Plan de développement des compétences). Most formations are free for beneficiaries, with some professional programs (e.g., TFP Administrateur Systèmes et Réseaux at €8,800 full program) financed through OPCO for apprentices. The organization is government-owned, not a private company, has no shareholders or venture funding, and reports revenue through public budget channels rather than commercial disclosures.

Name

GRETA-CFA Aquitaine

Legal name

Le GRETA-CFA Aquitaine

Website

https://greta-cfa-aquitaine.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

GRETA-CFA Aquitaine is a public vocational training network under the French Ministère de l'Éducation Nationale, operating 8 agencies across Nouvelle-Aquitaine to deliver 1,000+ continuing-education, apprenticeship, and skills-certification programs to job seekers, employees, apprentices, and regional employers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Bordeaux

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Funding - Region Nouvelle Aquitaine: Primary revenue stream from Region Nouvelle Aquitaine financing for job seekers and professional training. Formation gratuite pour le bénéficiaire with costs covered by regional government.
2. CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation): Individual training accounts funding for employed individuals seeking skill certification. Many formations eligible CPF mentioned throughout offerings.
3. Company Training Plans (Plan de développement des compétences): Financing through employer skill development plans for employee training.
4. France Travail (Pôle Emploi) Funding: Government employment service financing for job seeker training programs.
5. Apprenticeship Financing (OPCO): Training costs financed through OPCO (Opérateur de Compétences) based on employer sector for apprenticeship contracts.
6. Individual Payment: Some formations available for personal financing by individuals, with pricing available upon consultation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

GRETA-CFA Aquitaine is a public vocational training consortium under the French Ministry of Education that delivers adult continuing education, apprenticeship/work-study programs, and skills assessments across 12+ professional sectors (tertiary, digital/audiovisual, industrial, construction, health/social, hospitality, transport/logistics, agriculture, crafts, safety) through 8 regional agencies in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. It offers over 1,000 training programs ranging from foundational CléA certifications to BTS diplomas and registered professional titles (RNCP), with most program costs covered by public financing for eligible participants.

Product overview

GRETA-CFA Aquitaine is a network of public educational institutions (Groupement d'Établissements Publics de l'Éducation Nationale) offering over 1,000 professional training programs across the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. The organization operates as a unified platform with eight territorial and sectoral agencies providing three core service types: Formation Continue (continuing education), Formation en Alternance (apprenticeship/work-study programs), and Bilan de Compétences (skills assessment). Training spans twelve specialized sectors including Tertiaire (business administration), Numérique/Audiovisuel (digital/IT including BTS Audiovisuel, web development certifications, and TOSA certifications), Industrie (industrial trades including BTS Métiers de la Chimie, chemical processing, and equipment maintenance), Bâtiment Travaux Publics (construction and civil engineering), Santé-Social Optique & Bien-être (health and social care), Hôtellerie Restauration Tourisme (hospitality and tourism), Transport Logistique (transport and logistics), Agriculture, Artisanat Métiers d'Art (crafts including leather trades), and Prévention Sécurité (safety and prevention). Programs range from CAP to BTS level diplomas, professional certifications (Titres Professionnels), and short certification courses including TOSA software certifications. The network partners with OpenClassrooms for distance learning and INA for audiovisual training, and delivers programs through practical training formats including Formation en Situation de Travail (FEST).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pôle Image et Son - Biarritz: Specialized audiovisual training platform at Lycée René Cassin in Biarritz
• Pôle excellence cuir - Thiviers
• Halle Technologique - Mourenx

Products and services

• Formation Continue (Continuing Education) Continuing education programs designed for adults already in the workforce (private sector employees, self-employed, job seekers, public sector agents) covering skill upgrades, certifications, and professional development across multiple sectors.
• Formation en Alternance et Apprentissage (Work-Study and Apprenticeship) Work-study programs alternating practical in-company training with theoretical instruction at GRETA training centers, delivered through apprenticeship contracts (for under-30s) and professionalization contracts across all sectors.
• Bilan de Compétences (Skills Assessment) Individual assessment and guidance service enabling analysis of professional and personal skills, aptitudes, aspirations, and motivations to define or verify realistic professional projects. Available to anyone seeking career clarity.
• BTS Audiovisuel (Montage et Post-Production) Two-year BTS (Brevet de Technicien Supérieur) diploma in audiovisual covering options in image, sound engineering, and montage/post-production, delivered in alternation with industry partners including INA. 100% exam pass rate 2021-2023 and 100% satisfaction rate.
• BTS Métiers de la Chimie BTS chemistry diploma providing skills in product control, synthesis, and formulation, with training in chromatography, spectrometry, and other analytical techniques. 64% exam pass rate (2024), 85% satisfaction, 75% employment rate.
• Titre Professionnel Développeur Web et Web Mobile Level 5 (Bac+2) professional certification in web and mobile development covering front-end and back-end development with security recommendations, registered under RNCP 31114.
• Technicien d'Exploitation du Son (Partenariat INA) Sound engineering technician certification delivered in partnership with INA (Institut National de l'Audiovisuel), covering studio recording, post-production, sound reinforcement, and IP audio networks. Registered at RNCP level 5. 84% insertion rate at 6 months; 100% success and 100% satisfaction.
• TFP Administrateur Systèmes et Réseaux Level 6 (Bac+3/4) professional certification in systems and networks administration covering infrastructure design, testing, deployment, and administration with a cybersecurity focus. Registered as RNCP 39996. Full program cost 8800€, financed by OPCO for apprentices; CPF/professional funding available for continuing education trainees.
• Titre Professionnel TIP - Technicien Informatique de Proximité Proximity IT technician certification (formerly TAI) covering user support, equipment deployment, and infrastructure intervention. Registered as RNCP 40799 level 4. 91.67% certification success rate in 2024.
• Titre Professionnel TRIP - Technicien Réseaux Internet Protocol IP network technician certification covering IP network intervention, VDI solutions installation and maintenance, and cloud infrastructure, delivered as a level 4 professional certification.
• Titre Professionnel Technicien(ne) Informatique IT technician certification covering hardware assembly, system configuration, network management, automated tasks, and IT park supervision. Registered as RNCP level 5 (CPF eligible code 248555).
• Titre Pro CAIC - Conducteur d'Appareils de l'Industrie de la Chimie Chemical industry equipment operator certification covering unit operations, physical and chemical transformation, and quality control in chemical production processes. 95% success rate and 98% satisfaction rate.
• Métiers du Cuir : Piquage (Leather Stitching) Leather craft training focusing on stitching techniques in leather goods (maroquinerie), covering machine operation, straight and curved stitching, and assembly techniques, delivered at the Pôle Excellence Cuir in Thiviers.
• Titre Pro ADRN - Agent de Reconditionnement Numérique Digital equipment refurbishment agent certification covering equipment auditing, data wiping, refurbishment, troubleshooting and repair. Registered as RNCP 38718 level 3.
• Certifications TOSA Software proficiency certifications covering Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat), Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), and other digital tools using adaptive testing with scores on a 1-1000 scale.
• WordPress - Votre site web vitrine Website creation training using WordPress CMS, covering HTML/CSS concepts, project management, content management, and creating showcase websites with theme selection and customization.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% exam pass rate for BTS Audiovisuel Montage et Post-Production (2021-2023)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Institut National de l'Audiovisuel (INA)coreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for Technicien d'Exploitation Son certification. INA provides professional certification registered at RNCP level 5, expert knowledge in sound engineering, and pedagogical methodology. GRETA Biarritz delivers training with INA certification. Jury of experts named by INA validates final certification.
• OpenClassroomscoreTechnology or IntegrationE-learning partnership offering online training programs through OpenClassrooms platform. Students can access digital skills training, web development, and other programs through distance learning with GRETA oversight and support.
• IFRIA (Institut de Formation des Industries)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for industrial training programs, particularly in maintenance and industrial processes. IFRIA helps respond to urgent needs of local companies and coordinates industry-specific training needs.
• Regional Companies of AquitainecoreOthersNetwork of over 30,000 companies in Aquitaine served through enterprise training services, apprenticeships, and work-integrated training. Employers provide practical training opportunities for apprentices and continuing education participants.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• INA sup: Higher education arm of INA (Institut National de l'Audiovisuel) delivering specialized training in audiovisual, sound engineering, and media. Direct counterpart to GRETA-CFA Aquitaine's Pôle Image et Son sound engineering program, which itself runs the INA partnership.

Direct peers

• M2i Formation: Private training organization delivering IT, digital, and management certifications to working professionals and enterprises nationally. Overlaps with GRETA-CFA Aquitaine's Numérique/Audiovisuel and Tertiaire programs in web development, digital skills, and TOSA-style certifications.
• OpenClassrooms: Online education platform offering state-recognized diplomas and certifications in tech, web development, and digital skills, with French government backing. Both partner and competitor to GRETA-CFA Aquitaine given their formal FOAD partnership and overlapping web development / digital training offerings.
• CCI Formation Nouvelle-Aquitaine: Chamber of Commerce and Industry training arm serving Nouvelle-Aquitaine with continuing education, apprenticeships, and business support services. Competes head-to-head with GRETA-CFA Aquitaine for the same employer and job-seeker customers in the same regional market.
• AFPA: France's national public vocational training operator offering continuing education and reskilling programs across regions. Directly comparable to GRETA-CFA Aquitaine as a public-sector vocational training network serving job seekers, employees, and apprentices with state-recognized certifications.
• Cesi: Private higher education institution specializing in engineering, computer science, and professional training through apprenticeship programs across France. Comparable to GRETA-CFA Aquitaine for apprentice recruitment and Bac+2/Bac+5 professional credentials, especially in IT and industry.
• CNAM (Conservatoire national des arts et métiers): Public continuing education institution under the French Ministry of Higher Education delivering professional titles, diplomas, and certifications to working adults. Comparable to GRETA-CFA Aquitaine in offering state-recognized credentials to employed and job-seeking adults, including through RNCP-registered certifications.

Broad incumbents

• France Travail (formerly Pôle Emploi): French national employment agency that funds and coordinates job-seeker training programs. Acts as a major funding source and referral channel for GRETA-CFA Aquitaine while also operating broader employment-services capabilities beyond training delivery.

Regional players

• IFRIA Nouvelle-Aquitaine: Industry-funded training network serving food, agriculture, and related industrial sectors with apprenticeship programs. Overlaps with GRETA-CFA Aquitaine's Industrie and Agriculture domains through shared IFRIA partnership and employer-base focus on Aquitaine.
• Université de Bordeaux - Formation Continue: Continuing education division of the regional university offering professional diplomas, certifications, and reskilling programs for working adults in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Comparable regional player competing for the same CPF-funded, career-transitional adult learner segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

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