The recruitment campaign for the 2026-2027 academic year continues within the network of the Occitanie Chamber of Trades and Crafts. In the Hérault department, more than 50 apprenticeship contracts are still available. These opportunities will be presented during an open house event on Wednesday, October 7th, at CMA Formation in Montpellier.
CMA Formation, the regional training center of the Occitanie Chamber of Trades and Crafts, welcomes over 9,000 apprentices annually. The institution offers more than 170 diploma-granting work-study programs, free for young people and paid, ranging from the CAP (vocational certificate) to the Professional License. These programs cover diverse sectors such as food, catering, hospitality, automotive maintenance, services, fashion, crafts, commerce, management, construction, tourism, and sports.
« The CMA Occitanie is a leader in apprenticeship within the trades sector. Our ambition is clear: to train the artisans of tomorrow and offer young people the opportunity to succeed in their professional lives through apprenticeship training, » stated Joseph Calvi, president of the CMA Occitanie.
On Wednesday, October 7th, CMA Formation in Montpellier will open its doors to the public. This day will be an opportunity to explore the CFA, its technical facilities, and accommodation options, meet passionate instructors, and interact with the educational teams. These teams support apprentices throughout their journey, providing assistance with orientation, finding an apprenticeship master, information on contracts and available aid, as well as support for individuals with disabilities and help with practical arrangements (housing, transport, inter-departmental mobility).
Practical information: the event will take place on Wednesday, October 7th, from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM, at CMA Formation, located at 154 rue Bernard Giraudeau, 34080 Montpellier.
