Erasmus+ 2021-2027
Erasmus+ is the European Union programme for education, training, youth and sport. It provides funding and support for organisations to carry out projects that match its objectives, and that encourage European exchange, co-operation and learning.
Erasmus+ Opportunities for VET Staff and Learners
Teachers, trainers and VET staff can travel to another country for job shadowing, teaching and training; VET learners can travel for work placements and take part in skills competitions. This is a 'Mobility Project', part of Erasmus+ Key Action 1. VET organisations can collaborate with other relevant organisations to achieve a shared goal or share good practices. These are 'Cooperation Partnerships', part of Erasmus+ Key Action 2. Teachers, trainers and others involved in VET can take part in short Training courses and Cooperation Activities, both in Ireland and in other countries. Many are open to newcomers, so you do not need to be part of an existing Erasmus+ project.
Languages
VET initiatives that teach or celebrate languages in innovative ways can apply for the European Language Label award. VET professionals may take part in relevant language workshops at the European Centre for Modern Languages. Teachers can request free materials to celebrate the European Day of Languages on 26 September.
Erasmus+ VET Mobility: Kinsale College's Story
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Upcoming Events
Adult Education Erasmus+ Info Session
This event will give you an overview of the three types of projects you can apply for as an Adult and Community Education organisation in Ireland.
- Event Date: Tue May 20th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 20.05.25
- Audience: Erasmus+, Adult Education
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EPALE Ireland National Day 2025
Connect with educators, trainers, researchers, and policymakers from across Ireland and Europe. Engage in dynamic workshops, network with experts, and contribute to Europe’s largest adult learning community.
- Event Date: Wed May 28th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-Person
- Registration Deadline: 23.05.25
- Audience: Erasmus+, Adult Education, VET, EPALE
- Register Here
Adult Education Erasmus+ Info Session
This event will give you an overview of the three types of projects you can apply for as an Adult and Community Education organisation in Ireland.
- Event Date: Wed Jun 11th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 11.06.25
- Audience: Erasmus+, Adult Education
- Register Here
eTwinning Summer School: Connecting Schools Across Europe
Léargas is pleased to announce that the eTwinning Summer School will take place again this July. This blended course is approved by the Department of Education and is open to both primary and secondary teachers.
- Event Date: Tue Jul 1st
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Hybrid
- Registration Deadline: 06.06.25
- Audience: Primary & secondary teachers in Ireland
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Keep it Real! 2025
This training course is for those with little to no experience in preparing a Youth Exchange application. The goal is to provide support in preparing an application.
- Event Date: Mon Aug 25th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 18.05.25
- Audience: Youth & ESC
- Register Here
TEC Forum 2025
The TEC Forum 2025 is a space designed for trainers active in the ESC and NA officers who implement the TEC learning cycle. In 2025, the Forum is hosted in Lithuania.
- Event Date: Mon Sep 15th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 15.06.25
- Audience: Youth & ESC
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