The 2026 reform makes it easier to become a teacher in French Guiana, with competitive entrance exams available at bac+3 level, paid training at master's level and tailored courses offered by the University of French Guiana and the INSPE of French Guiana to meet the region's educational needs.
The reform of teacher training is transforming access to the teaching and education professions. Competitive entrance exams from the end of the bachelor's degree, paid training at master's level for successful candidates, clearer career paths and enhanced support: these national changes open up new prospects for students, graduates and people undergoing retraining.
The University of French Guiana and the INSPE de Guyane play a central role in the local training of future schoolteachers, secondary school teachers and principal education advisers.
To remember
- Competitions accessible from bac+3 from the 2026 session.
- A clearer, more progressive route.
- Preparation for the profession at undergraduate level.
- The University of French Guiana and INSPE de Guyane provide support for future teachers.
A national reform to make the teaching profession more accessible
The reform of recruitment and initial teacher training has clear objectives: to attract more candidates to the teaching and education professions, to improve teacher training and to strengthen the pedagogical and didactic support for pupils.
It aims to better prepare future professionals, by building a more progressive, coherent and professional career path.
From the 2026 session, the external competitive examinations for teachers and principal education advisers will be accessible from the third year of a bachelor's degree, i.e. at bac+3.
These changes apply in particular to the CRPE exam to become a school teacher, the CAPES, CAPET, CAPEPS and certain sections of the CAPLP, as well as the CPE exam.
In practical terms, students will no longer have to wait until the end of a Masters course to sit certain external competitive examinations. They will be able to prepare earlier, from their bachelor's degree, and then continue their training at master's level once they have passed the examination.
To remember
- Competitions open to students with at least 3 years' higher education from 2026.
- A more progressive, professionally-oriented course.
- Preparation for the profession at undergraduate level.
- National reform of the teaching and education professions.
A clear, secure route to the job
The reform establishes a genuine continuum of training. The course is organised around three main stages: the bachelor's degree, the competitive entrance exam at bac+3, and then the Master's degree in teaching and education (M2E).
Once they have passed the competitive entrance exam, successful candidates will typically take the two-year M2E Masters course. The first year will be spent as a student civil servant, earning around €1,400 net per month.
The second year will be spent as a trainee civil servant, with a salary of around €1,800 net per month and a gradual assumption of responsibility in front of pupils.
This remuneration represents an important lever. It enables more students, particularly those on low incomes, to pursue their career plans without having to give up for financial reasons.
Tenure will continue to be linked to a 5-year higher education qualification: it will be awarded once the Master's degree has been obtained and the probationary year has been validated.
To remember
- Competitive entrance exam (bac+3) followed by a Master's degree in M2E.
- M1: approximately €1,400 net per month.
- M2: approximately €1,800 net per month.
- Permanent appointment after validation of the Master's degree and the work placement.
The Professorat des écoles degree: preparing right from the start
One of the major new features of the reform is the creation of the Licence Professorat des écoles, the LPE, to be introduced from the start of the 2026 academic year.
It is aimed at students who wish to become school teachers. Its aim is to prepare them for the profession earlier, from the first years of higher education.
Training is multi-disciplinary, as a school teacher teaches several subjects: French, mathematics, science, history-geography, art, modern languages, physical education and sport.
Issues relating to the values of the Republic are also included.
The LPE provides a gradual introduction to the field. It will include at least ten weeks of observation and accompanied practice in schools.
In this way, students will not only discover the profession after the competitive entrance exam. They can build their project, test their motivation and gradually develop their teaching skills.
To remember
- The EPL comes into force at the start of the 2026 school year.
- Training for future school teachers.
- Multi-disciplinary training with work placements.
- At least ten weeks of observation and accompanied practice.
In French Guiana, a reform adapted to the realities of the territory
In French Guyana, this reform is of particular importance. The region has major needs in terms of teaching, education, training and support for pupils.
Training future teachers locally is therefore a strategic issue.
The University of Guyana and its INSPE are fully involved in this dynamic. Measures adapted to local realities are proposed in close collaboration with the Rectorat de Guyane.
French Guiana is a young, multilingual, multicultural and fast-changing territory. Teaching here requires solid skills, but also a real ability to adapt.
This is precisely why local training is essential. Studying at the University of French Guiana, training at the INSPE de Guyane and carrying out internships in French Guiana will enable you to develop the right professional stance.
To remember
- French Guiana has major educational needs.
- Training teachers locally is strategic.
- The University of Guyana and INSPE are supporting this reform.
- Training courses are tailored to the realities of the region.
The DU PE: a springboard to teaching in schools
Since the start of the 2025 academic year, the University of French Guyana has been offering a University Diploma in Teaching (DU PE).
This transitional scheme prepares students for the CRPE school teacher recruitment exam.
The DU PE includes 120 hours of training, organised from September 2025 to April 2026, based on the competition subjects: French, mathematics, science, history-geography, art and modern languages.
It also includes modules on secularism, gender equality, environmental education and analysis of teaching sequences.
The DU PE is a concrete response to the needs of those who want to move quickly into teaching in schools.
To remember
- The DU PE prepares students for the CRPE exam.
- 120 hours of training between 2025 and 2026.
- Preparation for written and oral tests.
- Training offered by the University of Guyana.
DU CPE: preparing for careers in school life
The University of Guyana also offers a DU CPE to prepare for the competitive examination for Principal Education Advisers.
The role of the CPE is essential in collèges and lycées. The CPE supports pupils, contributes to the school climate and works with the teaching teams.
The CPE DU course prepares students for the competitive entrance examination while addressing the issues of school climate, educational life and student support.
This course is aimed particularly at third-year undergraduates, graduates with 3 years' higher education, teaching assistants, contract staff and adults undergoing retraining.
To remember
- The CPE DU prepares students for the CPE entrance exam.
- The CPE contributes to educational life and the school climate.
- Training open to several profiles.
- Preparation adapted to the realities of the field.
Courses open to a range of profiles
The reform also applies to adults undergoing vocational retraining, contract workers, educational assistants and graduates with 3 years' higher education who want to change direction.
Thanks to a competitive entrance examination at bac+3 level and local training courses, access to the profession is becoming clearer.
The courses include educational support, practice tests, mock orals and links with professional practice.
These schemes enable competitive entrance examinations to be prepared in French Guyana by trainers who are familiar with the local school environment.
To remember
- The reform concerns several profiles.
- Students, contract workers and adults undergoing retraining may all be affected.
- Local preparation for competitive examinations.
- Enhanced pedagogical support.
Why choose education in French Guiana?
Becoming a teacher in French Guiana is more than just choosing a profession. It means playing a direct part in the future of the region.
The educational needs are great. Students need teachers who are trained, stable, committed and able to understand local realities.
For Guyanese students, it's also an opportunity to receive training without leaving the region, to contribute to its development and to practise a useful and recognised profession.
Local training is a way of supporting this preparation and developing a better understanding of the field.
To remember
- There are major educational needs in French Guyana.
- Pupils need trained, stable teachers.
- Local training makes it easier to adapt to the terrain.
- Teaching in French Guiana contributes to the region's development.
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FAQ
Which competitive entrance exams will be accessible from bac+3 in 2026?
From the 2026 session, a number of competitive entrance examinations will be accessible from the bachelor's degree level. These include the CRPE, CAPES, CAPET, CAPEPS, certain sections of the CAPLP and the CPE competitive examination.
What is the Professorat des écoles degree?
The Licence Professorat des écoles, known as the LPE, prepares future schoolteachers from the first years of higher education. It will be introduced from the start of the 2026 academic year.
Will students be paid after the competition?
Yes. The winners of the competition will follow a paid M2E Masters course. In the first year, they will receive around 1,400 euros net per month, then around 1,800 euros net in the second year.
Does the DU PE prepare you for the CRPE?
Yes, the DU PE offered by the University of Guyana prepares you for the competitive examination for school teachers, with 120 hours of training and practice tests.
Who can take the training courses on offer in French Guiana?
The courses are open to students, graduates with 3 years of higher education, teaching assistants, contract staff and adults undergoing retraining who meet the conditions for admission to the competitive examinations.
Why train directly in French Guiana?
Training in French Guiana gives you a better understanding of local educational realities and enables you to carry out your placements in the region with trainers who are familiar with the educational needs of French Guiana.
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