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
Massive Open Online Course on European Solidarity Corps 2026
A free, open online course for anyone interested in exploring the European Solidarity Corps (ESC). During the course, you will discover how you can use ALL the opportunities that the Programme has to offer.
- Event Date: Thu Nov 12th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 29.11.2026
- Audience: European Solidarity Corps
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KA122 Online Information Session: School Education
Hear about Erasmus+ opportunities for your school ahead of the KA122 Application Deadline in February 2027.
- Event Date: Wed Nov 18th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 17.11.2026
- Audience: School Education
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UK and Ireland Partner Finding Webinar for Vocational Education and Training – KA1 and KA2
In advance of the U.K. joining Erasmus+ in 2027, the British Council, with Léargas, will be holding an online partner finding webinar for both Irish and U.K. VET organisations.
- Event Date: Wed Nov 18th
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 17.11.2026
- Audience: VET Organisations
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Erasmus+ Sport Staff Mobility Information session
Join our online Erasmus+ Sport Staff Mobility information session to learn about KA182 funding, eligibility, and how to prepare a strong application.
- Event Date: Tue Nov 24th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 24.11.2026
- Audience: Sport
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Webinar: Ethical Guidelines for AI in Youth Work
In this webinar the goal is to explore an increasingly important topic for the youth work sector: how we can understand, use and engage with artificial intelligence in an ethical, responsible and meaningful way.
- Event Date: Wed Dec 2nd
- Location: International (EU subsidised)
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 1.12.2026
- Audience: Youth Workers
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Erasmus+ Adult Education Information Session
Learn more about the opportunities available for Adult Education organisations in 2027.
- Event Date: Mon Dec 7th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 7.12.2026
- Audience: Adult Education
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