Can you use CPF to study English in Scotland? Here’s how.

Are you a working professional in France looking to improve your English for international communication?

You may be eligible for paid training leave or funding — even for language courses abroad.

In this guide, we’ll explain how French employees in sectors like law, healthcare, IT and education can access professional development support through CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation), Transition Pro and Erasmus+ Staff Mobility.

If you’re considering a short, immersive English course in Scotland, ECS Scotland offers the ideal combination of practical learning and cultural discovery — in the heart of Edinburgh.

Why choose ECS Scotland?

ECS Scotland is a specialist English school for adults, offering short courses that support real-world communication and career development.

We offer:

• General English courses for adults aged 30+ to improve fluency and confidence
• Communication at Work courses for professionals across industries
• Small group classes with a maximum of 5 students per class
• Flexible formats from 1 to 4 weeks — ideal for CPF and short training leave
• A supportive, professional environment with friendly and experienced teachers

Can French professionals use CPF to study English abroad?

Yes — if the course includes recognised learning outcomes, you can use your CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation) credits to fund certified English training, even outside France.

Many professionals in France use their CPF to improve English for work — whether for meetings, international teamwork or exam preparation.

At ECS Scotland, we regularly support CPF-funded learners. Our school can provide the official documents you need to make your CPF request a success.

✅ We can help you:

• Prepare for recognised exams like TOEIC, Linguaskill or LanguageCert (if required for CPF approval)
• Build the practical English skills you need for your job
• Receive the official documentation needed for CPF reimbursement, including course confirmation, learning outcomes and attendance records

📎 ECS Scotland does not register courses directly on moncompteformation.gouv.fr, but we can support you with certified documentation for CPF-linked training.

What is Transition Pro and can it fund English courses abroad?

Transition Pro (Projet de Transition Professionnelle) replaced the former CIF scheme and helps employees in France take time off work for long-term training — including courses that support a career change or new professional direction.

While most Transition Pro funding is used for domestic training, some overseas language courses may be accepted, especially when part of a certified, job-related career plan.

Who is eligible?

To apply for Transition Pro funding, you must:

• Be employed on a CDI or CDD contract
• Have at least 2 years of work experience
• Show how the course supports your career progression or transition

What’s involved?

You’ll need to:

• Prepare a detailed dossier including learning objectives, certification goals and career impact
• Get agreement from your employer for study leave
• Submit your application to your regional Transition Pro association

📎 ECS Scotland can support you by providing a formal course outline, confirmation letter and training objectives for your application.

Do employers in France support English training abroad?

Yes — many French employers support staff who want to improve their English for professional reasons. In addition to CPF or Transition Pro, there are other ways your company might help fund your English course abroad.

Options include:

Plan de développement des compétences

(your organisation’s internal training plan)

Co-financing of CPF-approved courses

(your employer can top up your CPF credit)

Authorised training leave

(congé de formation or special leave for certified language study)

At ECS Scotland, we regularly provide:

• Official confirmation letters
• Course outlines with learning objectives
• Attendance and progress certificates

…to help you request employer support or HR approval.

📎 Just let us know what documents your organisation needs — we’re happy to help.

Erasmus+ funding for French university and adult education staff

If you work in higher education or adult learning in France, you may be eligible for Erasmus+ Staff Mobility funding — including for a short English course abroad.

This EU programme supports professional development through structured training, job shadowing or workshops in another European country. That includes ECS Scotland in Edinburgh.

What’s included?

According to the Erasmus+ Programme Guide, funding usually covers:

• Tuition fees — up to €80 per training day (max €800)
• Travel support — based on distance from your institution
• Daily allowance — to cover meals and accommodation
• Additional support — available for green travel or inclusion-related costs

Who can apply?

You are eligible if you:

• Work in a university, college or adult education organisation in France
• Are employed by an institution with a valid OID number
• Are part of an organisation that has an approved Erasmus+ mobility plan

🧭 Ask your international mobility coordinator for upcoming deadlines and local processes. Calls are typically made once or twice a year.

Why choose ECS Scotland?

Our Communication at Work course is ideal for Erasmus+ staff mobility. It focuses on:

• Practical spoken English
• International workplace communication
• Cultural exchange and confidence-building

📎 We’ll provide all required documents for your Erasmus+ application, including:

• Course outline and learning objectives
• Confirmation letter for your application
• Certificate of attendance and progress report after your course

A student’s perspective

“I’m a radiographer from Lyon working in a bilingual hospital. I used my CPF to fund a short English course in Edinburgh.

ECS Scotland offered exactly the practical English I needed — for patient communication, email writing and team discussions.”

— Claire, ECS Scotland student from France

👩‍⚕️ Claire’s story is one example of how professionals from France can use their CPF credits to study abroad and gain the English skills they need in real working life.

Whether you’re in healthcare, education, administration or tech — ECS Scotland can help you improve your confidence in English communication.

Why choose Edinburgh for your English course?

Studying English in Edinburgh means more than just classroom learning — it’s a chance to live the language in one of Europe’s most inspiring cities.

Here’s why professionals from France (and across Europe) love it:

How to get started

Interested in joining a short English course at ECS Scotland using CPF, Transition Pro or Erasmus+?

Here’s what to do next:

👩‍💼 If you’re using CPF:

1. Log in to your account at moncompteformation.gouv.fr
2. Check your CPF balance and review funding conditions
3. Contact us for a course confirmation letter and information about exam preparation options

🔄 If you’re applying for Transition Pro:

1. Speak with your HR or training advisor about your career plan
2. Contact your regional Transition Pro association for application support
3. Ask ECS Scotland for the dossier documents required for your application

🎓 If you’re eligible for Erasmus+ Staff Mobility:

1. Talk to your organisation’s Erasmus+ coordinator
2. Choose a course at ECS Scotland (we recommend Communication at Work)
3. We’ll provide your course outline, confirmation letter and post-course certificate