Partnership for Excellence - Centres of Vocational Excellence
The Partnership for Excellence - Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVE) program aims to foster high-quality vocational education and training across Europe. It supports the establishment and development of international collaborative networks of VET institutions, contributing to skills development for innovative, inclusive, and sustainable economies. This initiative aligns with broader EU policies, including the European Green Deal and Digital Strategy.
Who is Funded
The 'Partnership for Excellence - Centres of Vocational Excellence' program targets a wide array of public and private entities engaged in vocational education and training or the world of work. It aims to develop a skilled workforce and foster innovation across the EU and associated countries, with a clear focus on strategic policy objectives.
What is Funded
The program funds a wide range of activities focused on enhancing vocational education and training, with a strong emphasis on practical skills, innovation, and industry collaboration. It supports initiatives across various sectors, particularly those contributing to green and digital transitions, and covers comprehensive project costs.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program provides financial support through lump sum grants, with a maximum limit per project. The funding model emphasizes results and outcomes, and projects are expected to last for a standard duration, with possibilities for extension.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to specific rules regarding application submission, consortium formation, budget management, and compliance with EU aid and policy principles. These conditions ensure proper governance, accountability, and the effective implementation of projects.
Application Procedure
The application process involves submitting proposals to the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) by a specified deadline. Projects are rigorously evaluated based on detailed criteria encompassing relevance, design quality, partnership effectiveness, and potential impact. Successful projects receive funding structured around lump sum payments tied to the completion of work packages.
Legal Basis
The 'Partnership for Excellence - Centres of Vocational Excellence' is firmly grounded in key European Union legal and policy frameworks. It draws its mandate from specific Council Decisions and Recommendations that underscore the strategic importance of vocational education and training within the broader EU agenda.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
4.000.000 €
Allocated Budget:
Total Budget: 56.000.000 EUR
Deadline:
08.06.2023
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States, third countries associated to the Programme, and other third countries (excluding Belarus and the Russian Federation) if their participation brings essential added value. Activities can take place in any eligible country.
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Service Sector, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Other
Beneficiaries:
Education,VocationalTraining,ResearchAndDevelopment
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Implementation, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)
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