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.
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Upcoming Events
Adult Education Erasmus+ Info Session
Learn more about the opportunities available for Adult Education organisations in 2026.
- Event Date: Mon Jun 15th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 15.06.26
- Audience: Adult Education
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EPV Summer School: Peace, Reconciliation and Inclusion in Diverse School Communities
Dept of Education approved blended EPV course for primary teachers on Peace, Reconciliation and Inclusion in Diverse School Communities.
- Event Date: Mon Jul 6th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Blended
- Registration Deadline: 17.06.26
- Audience: School Education, Primary teachers
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EPV Summer Course for Teachers: Connecting Schools Across Europe with eTwinning
Dept of Education and Youth approved blended EPV course for primary and secondary teachers: eTwinning, Erasmus+ and digital collaboration.
- Event Date: Mon Jul 6th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Blended
- Registration Deadline: 26.06.26
- Audience: Erasmus+, School Education, eTwinning, Primary and Secondary Teachers
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Adult Education Erasmus+ Info Session
Learn more about the opportunities available for Adult Education organisations in 2026.
- Event Date: Thu Jul 30th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 30.07.2026
- Audience: Adult Education
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KA120 Accreditation Application Clinic – Adult Ed and VET
Get help with your KA120 Accreditation Application in the Adult ED and VET sectors at our online clinic!
- Event Date: Tue Aug 25th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 24.08.2026
- Audience: Adult Ed, VET
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Erasmus4Democracy ProjectLab
Erasmus4Democracy ProjectLab is a partnership and project building seminar designed for municipal staff and their local partners working on youth participation to develop Erasmus+ Youth projects that enhance youth participation in decision-making.
- Event Date: Mon Aug 31st
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 15.06.2026
- Audience: Youth Workers
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