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.
EPALE
VET professionals can look for project partners and get VET-specific updates from EPALE, the Electronic Platform for Adult Learning in Europe. It is a multilingual, open membership community that invites teachers, trainers, researchers, academics, and policy makers to get involved.
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.
Next Steps
Erasmus+ VET Mobility: Kinsale College's Story
Learn More
Browse key resources for Vocational Education & Training
Upcoming Events
“The Most Important Life and Work Skills in 2021 and Beyond” EPALE National Event
Join us for the EPALE Ireland National Event 2021: “The Most Important Life and Work Skills in 2021” on 25 November.
Erasmus+ Schools Week: ‘Languages and Diversity’ Event
To celebrate Erasmus+ Schools Week, join guest speakers sharing their experiences of how Erasmus+ school projects celebrate diversity. This event takes place online on 25 November.
European Solidarity Corps Project Lab
Our European Solidarity Corps Project Lab is for organisations interested in European Solidarity Corps Volunteering Projects. We will be on hand to help you develop your project idea. The event takes place on 29 November 2021.
European Solidarity Corps ‘Be the Spark’ Workshop
Our ‘Be the Spark’ European Solidarity Corps Workshop is for Solidarity Project applications under the February 2022 deadline. It takes place on 14 January and 22 January. Book your place today!
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