VAE (Validation des Acquis de l'Expérience) lets you validate a master's degree—or similar qualification—without prior credentials like a BTS. It's based on proving you possess the required skills through real-world experience. Employed or not, you just need at least three years of professional work.
Expect around 18 months on average. Start with an admissibility dossier submitted to the diploma-issuing school, backed by evidence of your roles: contracts, recommendation letters, prior diplomas, and more. If approved, build your validation dossier by organizing achievements like reports, projects, and publications, with detailed commentary and proof. Conclude with a jury review by professionals and academics—it's a discussion, not a high-stakes exam.
Yes, for both funding (Pôle Emploi, local authorities, Fongecif, etc.) and hands-on help with dossiers, which is crucial. Begin by attending an information session in your academy.
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