CAP Électricien.

Electrician — State vocational aptitude certificate (CAP, RNCP level 3)

The CAP Électricien is a CAP-level qualification preparing students for careers in the Electrical & Industrial sector. The RNCP title (RNCP38401) is officially registered and recognised by France Compétences and the French Ministry of National Education. The programme is delivered at Enerlab Academy in Asnières-sur-Seine, 15 minutes from central Paris.

LevelCAP

Duration2 years

FormatWork-study · Initial

RNCP CodeRNCP38401

Volume1 600 h

RecognitionState diploma

Programme overview

Over two years, through work-study (apprenticeship or professionalisation contract) or initial training, the curriculum combines theoretical instruction, hands-on workshop sessions, and company placements. Work-study programmes are fully funded by the employer (OPCO), with a regulated minimum monthly salary.

Upon completion, graduates enter the job market rapidly thanks to Enerlab Academy's network of over 500 partner companies in the Île-de-France region, or continue into further education.

Programme objectives

Goals of the programme:

Master electrical installation techniques
Learn to read and interpret electrical diagrams
Develop electrical troubleshooting skills
Apply electrical safety standards and regulations
Gain knowledge of renewable energy systems

Admission & prerequisites

Required prerequisites and selection procedure:

After completing Year 9 (3ème)
Entry possible after another qualification
Application by file and motivational interview
Interest in technical trades

Detailed programme

Detailed teaching content:

Module	Year 1	Year 2	Coef.
1ère année	Français Histoire-Géographie Mathématiques Langue vivante Arts appliqués EPS	Technologie électrique Schémas électriques Installations domestiques Mesures électriques Prévention-santé-environnement Ateliers pratiques	840
2ème année	Français Histoire-Géographie Mathématiques Langue vivante Arts appliqués EPS	Installations industrielles Énergies renouvelables Domotique Dépannage électrique Normes et réglementations Préparation à l'examen	840
Français - Histoire-Géographie - EMC	3.5h/semaine	3.5h/semaine	3
Mathématiques - Sciences physiques	3.5h/semaine	3.5h/semaine	2
Éducation physique et sportive	2.5h/semaine	2.5h/semaine	1
Langue vivante (Anglais)	2h/semaine	2h/semaine	1
Prévention Santé Environnement (PSE)	1h/semaine	1h/semaine	1
Arts appliqués et cultures artistiques	1h/semaine	1h/semaine	1

Skills acquired

Operational skills developed:

RNCP38401BC01: Carrying out an installation
RNCP38401BC02: Commissioning an installation
RNCP38401BC03: Maintenance of an installation
RNCP38401BC04: French and History-Geography-Civic and Moral Education
RNCP38401BC05: Mathematics and Physics-Chemistry
RNCP38401BC06: Physical Education and Sports
RNCP38401BC07: Health, Safety and Environment
RNCP38401BC08: Modern Foreign Language (optional unit)
RNCP38401BC09: Mobility (optional unit)

Career outcomes

Direct access to qualified positions on the market.

Equipment electrician Building electrician Industrial electrician Cable assembly technician Electrical maintenance technician Electrical installation technician

Salaries & sectors

Average gross annual salary

Junior (0–2 years)

19 000 – 22 000 € / year

Experienced (3–5 years)

22 000 – 26 000 € / year

Senior (5+ years)

28 000 – 35 000 € / year

Sources: APEC, France Travail, INSEE 2024 — gross annual salaries in Île-de-France.

Hiring sectors

IT Services Companies

Telecom operators (Orange, SFR, Free, Bouygues)

EDF, Enedis, GRDF (energy & distribution)

Electrical contractors (construction, industry)

Industrial maintenance (automotive, aerospace)

Industry 4.0 — automation & robotics

Cybersecurity (CERT, SOC, audit)

Renewable energies (solar, wind, hydro)

Sessions 2026-2027

Fall intake

September 2026 start

Applications until 30 Sept 2026 · late entry until 30 Nov 2026

Winter intake

18 January 2027 start

Enrolments until 31 Jan 2027 (or until seats fill) · late entry until 28 Feb 2027

CAP Électricien.