What is Erasmus+ staff training — and who is it for?
Erasmus+ isn’t just for students. If you work in vocational education and training (VET) — as a teacher, counselor, manager, or support staff — it’s also for you.
Staff training is a short, funded mobility to another European country where you can discover new ways of teaching, guiding students, and managing your work. You visit schools, meet colleagues, join hands-on workshops, and exchange ideas with professionals like you.
It’s not about sitting in lectures — it’s about experiencing, observing, and bringing home inspiration you can actually use.
You can read more about this opportunity on the official Erasmus+ website.
How does Erasmus+ staff training work?
Who can join?
Teachers, counselors, administrative, and management staff in VET schools and training centers.
You don’t need perfect English or previous international experience — just curiosity and openness.
How do you apply?
- Your school applies for Erasmus+ funding through its national agency.
- Once approved, you’re selected as a participant and matched with a destination.
- Erasmus+ covers all costs: travel, accommodation, meals, and training activities.
What should you prepare?
✔️ Be clear about what you want to improve or learn.
✔️ Participate actively — bring questions, share your experience, and take notes.
✔️ Stay open to new perspectives and unexpected lessons.
Why it’s worth it
VET professionals who have taken part in Erasmus+ staff training often say:
“I came back full of ideas, more motivated, and with a completely new perspective on my job.
Some of the benefits include:
- Discovering innovative, inclusive teaching and guidance methods.
- Building professional connections with colleagues across Europe.
- Gaining confidence and pride in your role.
- Bringing back tools and ideas that immediately benefit your students.
You’ll also visit local schools, companies, and initiatives to see how education connects with the labor market.
Meet Your Partner for Staff Training: Mundus
A strong example of how staff training can be organized effectively comes from Mundus, a Spanish organization and partner in the CG International project.
In addition to contributing to CG International’s mission of improving career guidance in VET, Mundus coordinates Erasmus+ staff mobilities as one of its services — supporting participants before, during, and after their experience.
Their approach shows how careful planning and a participant-focused mindset can make these opportunities meaningful and transformative.
What does Mundus offer?
- Job shadowing programs: Participants observe professionals in schools, companies, and public institutions, exchanging ideas and learning from real-world practices.
- Structured training courses: For professionals seeking a more focused experience, Mundus develops tailored courses covering skills like inclusion, digitalization, and motivation. These combine workshops, site visits, and interactive sessions.
Real-life experiences like these show how strong local networks, practical activities, and support at every stage can turn staff training into an inspiring and valuable professional experience.
For schools or professionals without much experience in organizing mobilities, working with an experienced provider like Mundus ensures that the program is smooth, stress-free, and adapted to participants’ real needs.
You can learn more about Mundus’ staff training services here.
Ready to take the next step?
Erasmus+ staff training is more than professional development — it’s an opportunity to grow, connect, and bring fresh energy back to your students and your institution.
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