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
The Gathering 2025
Join us for The Gathering 2025 – Léargas’ annual flagship event celebrating the transformative impact of Erasmus+, European Solidarity Corps, and other European initiatives.
- Event Date: Thu Oct 9th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 08.10.25
- Audience: Erasmus+, ESC and other European opportunities
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Erasmus+ KA122 Information Session: School Education
This is an in-person Information Session suitable for primary and post-primary teachers being held at Laois Education Centre.
- Event Date: Wed Oct 15th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-Person
- Registration Deadline: 15.10.25
- Audience: Erasmus+, School Education
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Adult Education Erasmus+ Info Session
This event will give you an overview of the two types of projects you can apply for as an Adult and Community Education organisation in Ireland.
- Event Date: Mon Nov 3rd
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 03.11.25
- Audience: Newcomers to Adult Education
- Register here
eTwinning National Conference
The eTwinning National Conference is a dynamic gathering for educators across Ireland to come together, hear from leading voices in education and take part in engaging workshops.
- Event Date: Sat Nov 8th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 08.11.25
- Register Here
KA122 Erasmus+ Information Session: School Education
This is an in-person Information Session being held at Athlone Education Centre. Hear about Erasmus+ opportunities for your school!
- Event Date: Tue Nov 11th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-Person
- Registration Deadline: 11.11.25
- Audience: Erasmus+, School Education
- Register Here
Empowering Young Voices – The Erasmus+ Schools’ Journey to Active Citizenship
This contact making seminar is tailored for post-primary schools, focusing on the powerful role Erasmus+ mobility plays in fostering students’ active engagement in democratic life.
- Event Date: Wed Nov 19th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Hybrid
- Audience: Post-primary school teachers and school leaders
- Register Here
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