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 Ireland National Day 2024
Connect with educators, trainers, researchers, and policymakers from across Ireland and Europe. Engage in dynamic workshops, network with experts, and contribute to Europe’s largest adult learning community.
- Event Date: Wed Nov 20th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-Person
- Registration Deadline: 19.11.24
- Audience: Erasmus+, Adult Education, VET, EPALE
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Erasmus+ KA122 School Education Information Session
This information session will give an overview of KA122 short-term mobility opportunities for staff and learners in School Education.
- Event Date: Wed Nov 20th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 19.11.24
- Audience: School Education
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Erasmus+ Sports Information Session
Find out how to apply for Erasmus+ aimed at staff in the field of sport ahead of the February 2025 deadline.
- Event Date: Wed Dec 11th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 10.12.24
- Audience: Sport
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- Event Date: Wed Dec 11th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Online
- Registration Deadline: 10.12.24
- Audience: Erasmus+, Youth
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Project Development Lab – Erasmus+ Youth, Sport and European Solidary Corps
This project development lab is for organisations working in the youth, sport, community or voluntary sector.
- Event Date: Wed Jan 15th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: In-person
- Registration Deadline: 14.01.25
- Audience: Youth, ESC, Sport
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LinguaLearners:-European Classrooms
This contact seminar will emphasize classroom practices that support both home languages and school languages. Participants will explore examples of Erasmus+ projects by visiting a school in Ireland and will learn about the eTwinning platform for building networks, connecting, sharing, and fostering future international collaboration.
- Event Date: Mon Jan 27th
- Location: Ireland
- Mode: Blended
- Registration Deadline: 15.11.24
- Audience: Erasmus+, School Education
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