Discover our short training course dedicated to the role of work-study tutor

Training to become a tutor for work-study students (apprenticeship and/or professional training contracts) enables you to provide the best possible support for your new recruits within the company.

During this short training course, you will learn about the challenges of work-study programs, the role of the tutor, the development of the mentee in the company and at school, the different stages of tutoring, and the transmission of knowledge, skills, and attitudes.

Designed by our development teams, this training course can be tailored to your needs in terms of format (face-to-face and/or remote learning, small groups, sequencing) and the customization of case studies based on your experiences.


Clearly defined objectives

  1. Placing the role of guardian in its context
  2. Identify the tutor's key skills, clarify their role and responsibilities
  3. Support the mentee and adopt the right attitude throughout the process
  4. Assessing to support progress

A short 3-day training course

The short training course "Acting as a tutor for work-study students" consists of 14 hours of training spread over 3 days, in a format of your choice, either in person and/or remotely.

Each day of training focuses on a different fundamental aspect of the role of work-study tutor:

DAY 1: Thursday, September 24, 2026

The mentee in the workplace and training center (the people involved, their roles, the challenges and responsibilities of the learner, communication with the mentor, etc.)

DAY 2: Friday, September 25, 2026

Sharing experiences and peer exchanges (group workshops, monitoring tools, etc.)

DAY 3: Friday, December 4, 2026

Feedback and reviews (different perspectives, focus on the evaluation of the mentee and review)

The program is subject to change.

Are you interested in this training course?

For any educational and/or administrative information, or to apply, please contact us at: sfc-formations@umontpellier.fr.