Partnerships for Innovation - Forward-Looking Projects - Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Last updated: 18.7.2025
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The Erasmus+ 'Partnerships for Innovation - Forward-Looking Projects - Vocational Education and Training (VET)' program (Lot 2) is a European initiative designed to drive significant innovation within VET systems. It supports the identification, development, testing, and mainstreaming of groundbreaking policy approaches. This program fosters transnational collaboration to address key European priorities, enhance skills for evolving labor markets, and promote social cohesion.

Who is Funded by Erasmus+ VET Innovation

The 'Partnerships for Innovation - Forward-Looking Projects - Vocational Education and Training (VET)' program targets a broad range of public and private organizations across EU Member States and associated countries. Its primary aim is to foster innovation and systemic change within VET systems, ensuring that education and training effectively address contemporary and future societal and labor market needs.

What Innovation and VET Projects are Funded

This program specifically funds projects focused on Vocational Education and Training, addressing critical priorities like micro-credentials and enhancing VET attractiveness. Funded activities involve developing and testing innovative solutions to improve education quality and effectiveness.

Type and Scope of Erasmus+ VET Funding

The funding is provided as a lump sum grant, with a maximum of €900,000 per project for Lot 2. The amount granted is determined based on the proposal and evaluation, limited to 80% of the estimated budget. Projects are typically 36 months long.

Conditions and Requirements for VET Innovation Projects

Applicants must adhere to specific eligibility and consortium requirements for this Erasmus+ VET program. This includes rules on partnership composition and how budgets are structured, ensuring strong collaboration and effective resource allocation.

Application Procedure for Erasmus+ VET Projects

The application process for this Erasmus+ VET call required submission to the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) by the specified deadline in March 2023. Proposals underwent a comprehensive evaluation based on defined criteria and thresholds, with successful applicants notified by September 2023.

The 'Partnerships for Innovation - Forward-Looking Projects - Vocational Education and Training (VET)' program is founded on the broader Erasmus+ framework and is guided by various EU policies aimed at advancing education, skills, and social rights. Official texts and guidelines are made accessible to ensure transparency and provide comprehensive information for all stakeholders.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

900,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10.000.000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and third countries associated to the Programme. Project activities must take place in EU Member States or third countries associated to the Programme. Specific restrictions apply to legal commitments with Hungarian public interest trusts established under Hungarian Act IX of 2021 or any entity they maintain.

Sectors

Sectors:

Education and Vocational Training

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Organisations and entities active in education and training or the world of work, VET providers, enterprises, industry, social partners

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Policy Development, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)

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