Where can i find info on housing, employment, childcare, schooling and healthcare in paris?

Question

i would like to relocate to paris next year so that i may enroll in the makeup forever academy. the course is nine months long, so i would like to bring my son along. i am a licensed cosmetologist in nyc and a single mother, so i would need to collect all of this information before making such a huge decision. any help that can be offered would be greatly appreciated. thanks in advance!

Answer 1

I'm not familiar with the educational institution you refer to.

If you qualify for a student visa then you can obtain a work permit and become part of the social security system.

Employment may be difficult if you don't speak French but I will assume you do.

There is an excellant system of early childhood education in France beginning with preschool programs. These are free.

Whether or not you work while a student you must enroll in the system and become eligible for health insurance. The French health care system is rated the best in the world. Even without insurance reimbrusement the costs are low compared to the United States. A doctors visit, for example, costs around 21 euros.

EDIT: I found their website and I see they are a certified Training Center. I believe that makes you eligible for a student visa. I also see they have classes in English so perhaps you don't speak French. That will be a real problem if you are hoping to secure employment.

Answer 2

I don't know too much off the bat however get ready to brush up on your french if u haven't been to France.  Too this is an adorable website that can get u on the path to help u establish the right foundation if your stay is well over a month.  I wish u the best and safest time while in Paris, the city of Lights!!!  Je vous en prie=You're welcome.