Access to the profession for the sales and/or repair of bicycles

Are you planning to open a bicycle store? Would you like to start a bicycle repair business? Or are you planning to add one of these services to your existing business? In this case, you need to prove that you have the professional skills required to work in the bicycle sector. If you don't have a diploma or experience in this field, you can obtain a certificate by sitting the central jury exam.

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  • Which activities require professional skills for bicycles?

    This includes retail sales and bicycle repair services.

    If your project involves a new business, in addition to bicycle-specific skills, you'll also need to prove that you have basic management knowledge.

  • Which activities are exempt?

    Proof is not required for the sale and repair of bicycles considered to be toys. 

    If in doubt, contact a Business Counter. They will be able to tell you whether or not you qualify for an exemption.

  • How can I prove my skills?

    Skills can be proven in two ways:

    • With a diploma or certificate; 
    • With 1 years' full-time or 3 years' part-time professional experience within the last 15 years.

    If you don't have either, you can obtain a certificate by sitting the sectoral skills exam for cycle activities (20101) before the Central Jury.

  • Frequently asked questions about access to the profession

    How do I know if my diploma grants me access to a profession?

    A database of diplomas, degrees and certificates from all over the world helps you determine whether your qualifications meet entrepreneurial requirements. You can look up your diploma to find out which activities it gives you access to. If in doubt, contact a business counter. The Central Jury Service is not able to validate your qualifications.

    See the DIPLO database

    Other than the company manager, who else can bring entrepreneurial skills to the business?

    For a self-employed person (natural person), this person can be:

    • A spouse;
    • A legal cohabitant;
    • A partner who has been cohabiting with the individual for at least 6 months;
    • A self-employed assistant, parent or relative up to the third degree;
    • An employee with a permanent employment contract.

    For a business (legal entity), this person can be:

    • The management body (e.g.: a manager of a limited liability company or a managing director of a public limited company);
    • A company director (e.g.: an active partner in a limited liability company or a director of a public limited company);
    • An employee with a permanent employment contract.

    If in doubt, contact a Business Counter. They'll be able to tell you if you have the required skills for your activity.

  • What skills are tested on the exam? What subjects does the exam cover?

    Your basic knowledge of:

    • Mechanics, electrics and physics;
    • Electronics, metallography and heat treatments;
    • Hydraulics and pneumatics;
    • Electrical circuits;
    • Synthetic materials; 
    • Forces, optics and rolling resistance;
    • Pressure and air pressure;
    • Body movement and gravity;

    Your in-depth knowledge of:

    • Methods and equipment for detecting and repairing faults;
    • Techniques for removing, repairing and adjusting mechanical components;
    • Products and materials used in the industry;
    • Special appliances and tools;
    • Derailleur and gear hubs;
    • Various braking systems;
    • Common suspension systems; 
    • Welding techniques.

    Your ability to assemble different types of cycles.

  • How does the exam work? 

    The exam is divided into 2 sections: 

    • A written multiple-choice questionnaire
    • A practical test (installing and removing a rear wheel). 

  • How do I register? Follow the steps

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