Erasmus+ Courses for Teachers in Europe
What is Erasmus+ for Teachers?
Erasmus+ is a European Union programme that supports professional development for teachers and school staff through international mobility and training opportunities.
Through this initiative, educators can:
- participate in structured training courses abroad
- collaborate with teachers from different countries
- develop new teaching methods and digital skills
- gain international experience
The programme is funded under Key Action 1 (KA1) and is available to schools across Europe.
🧠 What is Erasmus+ for Teachers?
Erasmus+ is a European Union programme that supports professional development for teachers and school staff through international mobility and training opportunities.
It allows educators to:
- participate in structured training courses abroad
- collaborate with teachers from different countries
- develop new teaching methods and digital skills
- gain international experience
The programme is funded under Key Action 1 (KA1) and is available to schools across Europe.
🎯 Why Join Erasmus+ Teacher Training?
Erasmus+ is not just a course — it’s a complete professional transformation.
Key benefits:
- ✔️ 100% funded training (travel, accommodation, course fees)
- ✔️ international networking
- ✔️ practical teaching skills
- ✔️ exposure to new methodologies
- ✔️ improved language and intercultural skills
Teachers return with ready-to-use tools and ideas that can immediately improve classroom outcomes.
📚 Types of Erasmus+ Activities
1. Structured Courses
Short-term training programmes (5–10 days) focused on specific topics:
- language skills
- AI in education
- digital tools
- inclusive teaching
Check: Erasmus Courses
2. Job Shadowing
Observe teachers in other countries and learn from real classroom environments.
3. Teaching Assignments
Teach abroad and gain direct international teaching experience.
🌍 Erasmus+ Courses in Europe
Teachers can participate in courses across Europe, including:
- Spain (Maspalomas, Alicante, Barcelona)
- Portugal (Madeira, Olhao)
- Poland (Katowice, Kraków)
- Greece (Athens, Heraklion)
- Italy (Balestrate, Sicily)
Each location offers a unique cultural and educational experience.
👉 Trainings in Greece
👉 Trainings in Italy
👉 Trainings in Poland
🪜 How to Apply for Erasmus+ (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Identify your needs
Decide what skills you want to develop.
Step 2: Choose a course
Select a training programme that matches your goals.
Step 3: Contact your school coordinator
Applications are submitted by schools, not individuals.
Step 4: Apply for founding
Your school submits a KA1 application to the National Agency.
Step 5: Start your mobility
Once approved, you can participate in the course.
💰 Erasmus+ Funding Explained
The programme covers:
- course fees
- travel costs
- accommodation
- daily allowance
This makes Erasmus+ one of the most accessible professional development opportunities for teachers in Europe.
✈️ Erasmus Mobility for Teachers
Mobility is at the heart of Erasmus+. Educators can:
- travel abroad
- learn new methods
- build international networks
👉 Erasmus mobility for teachers
Most mobilities last between 5–10 days, making them easy to integrate into school schedules.
🚀 How Erasmus+ Improves Teaching
Participation in Erasmus+ helps teachers:
- integrate digital tools into classrooms
- adapt to multicultural environments
- implement innovative teaching strategies
- increase student engagement
It directly supports modern education priorities such as:
- digital transformation
- inclusion
- sustainability
📊 Erasmus+ Programme Priorities (2021–2027)
The current programme focuses on:
- 🌱 environmental sustainability
- 💻 digital transformation
- 🤝 inclusion and diversity
- 🗳 active citizenship
Courses are designed to align with these priorities.
❓ FAQ – Erasmus+ for Teachers
Who can participate in Erasmus+?
Teachers, school leaders, and education staff from eligible institutions.
Can individual teachers apply?
No — applications must be submitted by schools.
Is Erasmus+ fully funded?
Yes — most costs are covered through KA1 funding.
Can individual teachers apply?
No — applications must be submitted by schools.
How long do Erasmus courses last?
Typically between 5 and 10 days.
Do I need to speak English?
Basic English is usually sufficient.
Why is Spatia Teacher Academy the best choice for you?
You can find information about us on the Why Spatia website.
View Spatia Teacher Academy courses on the European School Education Platform
