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.

eTwinning

VET professionals can look for project partners on eTwinning. eTwinning connects schools through a secure, online platform.  Teachers and pupils can work together with peers across Europe on joint projects.  Funded CPD courses for teachers are also available.

eTwinning

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.

Languages

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Upcoming Events

YouSports Erasmus+ Evening at Explorium

YouSports Erasmus+ Evening at Explorium

Discover Erasmus+ opportunities for young people and sports staff at this free interactive evening in Explorium.

  • Event Date: Wed Apr 29th
  • Location: International (EU subsidised)
  • Mode: In person
  • Audience: Sports staff and young people who engage in Sport
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Adult Education Erasmus+ Info Session

Adult Education Erasmus+ Info Session

Learn more about the opportunities available for Adult Education organisations in 2026.

  • Event Date: Thu May 14th
  • Location: International (EU subsidised)
  • Mode: Online
  • Registration Deadline: 14.05.26
  • Audience: Adult Education
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Learning Out Loud

Learning Out Loud

This is a training course for youth workers on supporting young people to identify and express what they learn through youth work.

  • Event Date: Tue Jun 2nd
  • Location: International (EU subsidised)
  • Mode: In person
  • Registration Deadline: 19.04.2026
  • Audience: Youth
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Bitrimulti Luxembourg 2026

Bitrimulti Luxembourg 2026

The aim of the BiTriMulti course is to offer an international learning experience for those active in the youth work field, enabling them to develop their competences in setting up quality Youth Exchange projects, especially newcomers to this field.

  • Event Date: Tue Jun 16th
  • Location: International (EU subsidised)
  • Mode: In-person
  • Registration Deadline: 20.04.26
  • Audience: Youth Workers
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SoliDARE – Meeting for organisations active in ESC in programme & partner countries

SoliDARE – Meeting for organisations active in ESC in programme & partner countries

This event brings together European Solidarity Corps organisations and practitioners to reconnect, exchange experiences, strengthen the ESC community, and help shape the future of EU volunteering.

  • Event Date: Mon Oct 5th
  • Location: International (EU subsidised)
  • Mode: In person
  • Registration Deadline: 17.05.26
  • Audience: European Solidarity Corps
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