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
EPALE Live: Skills for Connection & Promotion (In-Person Event)
Join EPALE for an interactive computer lab session for Erasmus+ Adult Ed. & VET beneficiaries to explore EPALE’s features, find project partners, and build your digital profile ahead of upcoming adult learning opportunities.
- Event Date: Thu Aug 20th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-person
- Audience: Adult Ed, VET
- Register Here
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
- Register Here
EPALE: Tools & Connections for Erasmus+ Success
With the October 1st Erasmus+ KA1 deadline fast approaching, EPALE NSS Ireland and Léargas are joining forces to turn project ideas into reality through a hands-on design lab.
- Event Date: Thu Aug 27th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-person
- Audience: Adult Ed, VET
- Register Here
Erasmus+ KA122 VET Information Session
This information session will give an overview of Erasmus+ short-term mobility opportunities for staff and learners in the VET sector.
- Event Date: Fri Aug 28th
- Mode: Online
- Audience: VET Organisations
- Register Here
Application Clinic: Accreditation in Youth
Join our online Application Clinic to get your youth accreditation questions answered fast and easy!
- Event Date: Mon Aug 31st
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 30.08.2026
- Audience: Youth Sector, Youth Leaders, Youth Workers
- Register Here
Application Clinic: Erasmus+ KA122 Short-term Projects – Adult Ed & VET
This online event is designed to assist those working in Adult Education and VET in navigating the application process for KA122 short-term projects smoothly
- Event Date: Wed Sep 2nd
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 02.09.2026
- Audience: Adult Education and VET Sector
- Register Here
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