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
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Upcoming Events
Erasmus+ Youth Mobility Application Webinar
This online application clinic is for those planning an Erasmus+ Youth Exchange, Youth Worker Mobility, or a Youth Participation Project under the February 2022 deadline. It takes place online on 19 January 2022.
Power to you(th) Training Course for Youth Workers
Are you a youth worker? ‘Power to you(th)’ is a blended learning experience taking place 30 March-02 April. It explores how to meaningfully engage young people in youth-led activities. Apply by 21 January!
G- PAC: Green partnerships for cooperation
This online training course combines contact-making elements and is a great way to prepare for a Partnership for Cooperation on the theme of the environment. Apply by 23 January.
Erasmus+ Youth & European Solidarity Corps Discovery Day
Do you work with young people? Have you heard of European programmes but are not sure where to start? This workshop is for you! Join us online on 27 January for our Erasmus+ Youth and European Solidarity Corps Discovery Day!
School Education Online Contact Seminar on Media Literacy and Disinformation
This contact seminar is ideal for School Education staff planning an Erasmus+ project on the theme of digital transformation or media literacy and disinformation. It takes place online 16 & 17 February 2022. Apply by 28 January!
Erasmus+ KA1 Short-Term Projects Application Clinic for Schools and Adult Education
This Erasmus+ School Education and Adult Education application clinic is for anyone interested in applying for funding under Erasmus+. It takes place online on 02 February 2022.
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