Professional Certification Program in Painting and Polychrome Art Object Restoration
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Our strengths
Comprehensive and enriching courses
Because restoration-conservation is a multidisciplinary art, we do everything possible to provide a set of precise techniques and solid knowledge, enabling the progressive acquisition of professional skills.
A team of passionate instructors
Our teaching team is entirely composed of caring and qualified professionals who support small groups of learners (6 to 15 students max).
Internships to the ends of the earth
All learners have the opportunity to complete internships in professional settings to deepen their knowledge, techniques, and expand their network. From the Paris region to Peru, via the Himalayas, we encourage openness to diversity in unfamiliar territory.
Immersive training in our workshop
Our training takes place at Atelier du Temps Passé, a privileged setting that allows learners to face many unique cases and refine their skills through contact with renowned craftsmen.
Who are we?
ATP-Formation was developed through the meeting and experience of several painting and art object restorer-conservators. Located in the heart of Paris, within the prestigious Viaduc des Arts, the training is aimed at both young students and people seeking a career change, offering solid theoretical and practical teaching, leading to a professional certification obtained in 3 years.
Testimonials
"Excellent painting restoration school. The skills of the teaching staff and the level of practical and scientific instruction live up to the reputation of Atelier du Temps Passé Formation (ATP Formation)!"
Sybille LdC.
“I was able to discover and learn the 'rules of the art' to practice the meticulous and fascinating profession of restorer-conservator thanks to ATP-Formation! I can't wait to fully practice it once my thesis is completed. I've learned that each artwork is unique and cannot be subjected to a universal intervention protocol! The techniques and methods taught are essential to properly understand how to handle each piece."
Valentina K.
“ATP-Formation is a professional school with quality teachers from d'ifferent backgrounds. But above all, it's a human-centered school where small class sizes allow for better daily support and greater conviviality! I really loved my years at ATP!"
Isaure ML.
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Any questions?
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Applications are accepted throughout the year, for enrollment in September.
A detailed CV, a cover letter, and a pre-registration interview are required. The personalized pre-registration interview aims to assess the candidate's motivation. A general knowledge questionnaire on art (interest in artists and museums), as well as a color vision test (Ishihara test), are conducted during the interview. Please send us an email to request a pre-registration interview.
Timeline: – Pre-registration interview: Day D – Email confirmation from the applicant of their wish to join the next cohort, specifying the funding method: D+4 – Review of the application by the educational and administrative committee: D+6 – Response to the application: D+8 – If favorable, issuance of the enrollment contract: D+10 – Return of the enrollment file with the requested documents (by registered mail with acknowledgment of receipt): D+20 – Legal withdrawal period deadline: +10 days – Enrollment validated at the end of the legal withdrawal period, subject to receipt of all requested documents – Administrative documents for the start of the school year sent by email
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Most restorers in France work as independents and serve private clients, often within shared workshops.
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With our certification, you can work for all institutions (museums, historic monuments, foundations, etc.) except for National Museums, whose tenders are reserved for restorer-conservators with university degrees.
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If your certificate or module is less than 5 years old, you can absolutely be exempted from the relevant module.
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There is no age limit to enroll in the training, but please note that the program includes theoretical, technical, and practical courses delivered over 2 to 3 years.
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Not at all! The history-archaeometry program, along with Science courses and Practical Work, allows students to approach the scientific method and progressively acquire the essential foundations for a future professional in cultural heritage restoration.
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Module validation remains active for 5 years, so you have the option to work toward certification progressively if you are unable to follow the initial program.
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Different options are available depending on your status:
You are an employee of a company working in art trades: The training takes place within the framework of your work—contact your employer. The training may be part of the company's training plan, in which case the company is responsible for funding it.
You are an employee and wish to change careers: Every employee has a Personal Training Account (CPF). Thanks to the accumulated hours, all or part of the training can be covered.
You are considering a career conversion leave: Your company can support you in changing your professional activity. Contact your HR department. Congé de conversion | service-public.fr
You are a job seeker: If you are registered with France Travail, you can apply for funding through your advisor. Your application must be well justified (previous activity in art trades).
You are self-employed: You may be eligible for funding assistance if you have paid the CPF (Professional Training Contribution). This assistance is managed by a training insurance fund (FAF) that varies depending on the nature of your activity, i.e., according to your NAF code (or APE code). www.fifpl.fr
You are a heritage restorer or self-employed in art trades: You wish to enhance your skills and/or knowledge through one of our expert training courses or a module as part of your continuing education. Mon Compte Formation | Mon compte formation
You are looking to have your skills recognized through VAE: The Validation of Acquired Experience (VAE) will allow you to assess your skills and have them recognized in whole or in part through our certification. https://www.vae.gouv.fr
To learn more about the different ways to fund your training, download the following document.
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ATP-Formation can implement measures and adaptations to welcome and train learners with disabilities. A disability advisor has been appointed within the teaching team, and works to raise awareness among learners and instructors about this issue and its challenges.
For people with disabilities, please contact us.
See the document "Welcoming people with disabilities" prepared by the Ministerial Delegation for Accessibility.
Painting and Polychrome Artwork Restorer-Conservator.
Duration: 3 years
Tuition 2025-2026 / 3-year program: €34,313 (registration fees included)
Training dates: mid-September to early July
Class size: 8 to 16 students per cohort
Full or partial funding possible through OPCO, CPF, etc.
