If you want to become a teacher, school counselor (CPE), or education expert, INSPE Loire is an essential step. Here, you don’t just study theory—you get hands-on training for your future job, with internships, practical scenarios, and high-level educational support.
INSPE Loire offers MEEF Master’s degrees (Teaching, Education, and Training Professions) in four specializations:
These are career-focused university programs combining academic learning, internships, and competitive exam preparation for entry into the French national education system.
It’s actually pretty straightforward. You need a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) to apply for a MEEF Master’s program. Then, submit your application and go through an interview with the institute’s leadership to explain why you want to become a teacher or educator. Admissions usually open in the spring for a fall semester start.
That depends on your motivation! Becoming a teacher or school counselor requires pedagogy, patience, and a strong ability to adapt. Preparing for national competitive exams can be intense, but INSPE Loire supports you at every step with focused classes and internships that immerse you in real-world teaching environments.
If you pass the national competitive exams, you become a civil servant in the French public education system. If you prefer to work in the private sector or abroad, your degree is recognized in many countries and enables you to teach internationally. If you choose instructional design, you could work in adult training, special education, or even in creating digital educational content.
Where to stay?
Joining INSPE Loire and need nearby housing? Check out our UXCO Student residence in Saint-Étienne—perfectly located for your studies.
19 Rue de Montferré, 42100 Saint-Étienne
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3 rue de la Corre, 42000 Saint-Etienne
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6A rue Victor Duchamp, 42000 Saint-Etienne
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