Apprentices' initial equipment costs: funding limited to level 5 with differentiated ceilings

Decree No. 2026-679 of 27 July 2026 amends Article D. 6332-83 of the Labour Code: funding of apprentices' initial teaching equipment costs by skills operators is restricted to diplomas and certifications up to level 5. The lump sum, which each operator may adjust according to the nature of the activities, is capped at €500 for levels 3 and 4 and €300 for level 5, compared with a single €500 cap before. The request must be submitted by the apprentice training centre within 12 months of the contract being signed.