Vocational education and training
Vocational education and training prepares people for work and develops citizens skills to remain employable and respond to the needs of the economy.
Vocational education and training resources
European Training Foundation
The European Training Foundation is the EU agency supporting countries surrounding the European Union to reform their education, training and labour market systems.
CEDEFOP online tools
The European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training offers a wide range of online tools for VET professional and policymakers.
Vocational education and training documents
Discover a range of policy documents, informative reports, studies, infographics and factsheets on EU vocational education and training policy.
Working Groups
Learn more about the work of European Education Area Strategic Framework Working Groups on vocational education and training.
Vocational education and training - updates
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School Education Gateway
Stay up-to-date on VET news on the online platform for education professionals, researchers and policymakers. Browse the School Education Gateway
EPALE community of VET practitioners
An interactive platform for education professionals to network and exchange good practices and keep up to date with European policies. Join the community of practitioners
European Alliance for Apprenticeships
The European Alliance for Apprenticeships is network working to improve apprenticeships in Europe and for sharing best practices. Discover the Alliance for Apprenticeships
EU funding opportunities
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Erasmus+ is the EU’s funding programme supporting education, training, youth and sport.
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Jean Monnet Actions run under Erasmus+ to support teaching, learning, research and debates on various aspects of the European Union.
Employment and volunteering
See practical information and opportunities concerning employment, including volunteering and traineeships.