The Ministry of Technical Education, Vocational Training and Apprenticeship ( METFPA ) officially launches the 2025-2026 session. Independent candidates wishing to validate their professional skills can now begin their registration process.

📅 Schedule and Terms

Registration takes place exclusively online over a period of approximately three months:

1. Start date: Monday, November 17, 2025
2. Closing date: Friday, February 6, 2026
3. Single platform: Official website of the ministry (www.ersys-ci.net)

Important: Only candidates who have completed a full course of study at a state-approved institution are eligible to apply.

🎓 Relevant qualifications

The 2026 session concerns the four main qualification levels in technical education:

1. CAP (Vocational Aptitude Certificate)
2. BEP (Vocational Studies Certificate)
3. BT (Technician's Certificate)
4. BP (Vocational Certificate)

📂 Application file: List of required documents

For your application to be accepted, you must gather the following documents:

1. Identity: An extract of birth certificate (original).
2. Education: A photocopy of the certificate of aptitude or the previous transcript.
3. Visual: A recent passport-style photo.
4. Proof of payment: The registration fee receipt (to be paid and printed on www.pay.tresor.gouv.ci ).
5. Form: The pre-registration form generated on the official website.
6. Specifics: Depending on the sector (e.g., BT medical-social or BP industrial), specific internship or completion of training certificates may be required.

Why are these qualifications essential?

These certifications form the basis of professional integration in Ivory Coast. They guarantee the recognition of skills by the State and businesses, thus facilitating immediate access to employment or the pursuit of higher technical studies.