Employee rights
Access to training during working hours
This guide explains the statutory framework that governs employees' access to professional development, the authorization steps, and the timelines for filing a request with the employer. It is informational and does not replace a legal consultation.
Procedure
Three standard steps for a training leave request
01
Timing of the request
Identify the planned training, its dates, and whether it falls within or outside standard working hours. The request should be prepared in advance so the employer can review it within the timelines set by the applicable rules.
02
Formal notice to the employer
Submit the request in writing to the employer, stating the training concerned and the expected schedule. Keep a dated copy, as the notice period and its formal requirements determine when the review process begins.
03
Authorization review
The employer reviews the request against the statutory conditions. The decision and any reasons for refusal should be communicated in writing, so the employee can check the outcome and the applicable procedure.
Conditions
Pay and employment status during approved training
When training is completed during standard working hours with the employer's approval, the employee's remuneration is generally maintained and the employment contract continues. The rules differ when the training takes place outside working hours, where the conditions for compensation and any allowance depend on the statutory framework and the agreement reached.
Employees should verify the specific conditions that apply to their situation, including the nature of the training and its funding. Official sources, such as the Code du travail and the information published by the competent public administrations, set out the authoritative rules. This content is informational and does not constitute personalized legal advice.