Ensure that 57.6% of adults aged 25-64 continue to participate in education and training
Strategic Goal 5: Achieving Social Fairness & Prosperity for All
Percentage of participation rate in education and training for adults aged 25-64 years
| Category | Total Participation Rate in Education and Training Age 25 to 64 years | Target |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 4.5 | — |
| 2001 | 4.6 | — |
| 2002 | 4.4 | — |
| 2003 | 4.2 | — |
| 2004 | 4.3 | — |
| 2005 | 5.2 | — |
| 2006 | 5.5 | — |
| 2007 | 5.9 | — |
| 2008 | 6.3 | — |
| 2009 | 6.2 | — |
| 2010 | 6.2 | — |
| 2011 | 6.6 | — |
| 2012 | 7.2 | — |
| 2013 | 7.7 | — |
| 2014 | 7.7 | — |
| 2015 | 7.4 | — |
| 2016 | 7.8 | — |
| 2017 | 10.6 | — |
| 2018 | 10.9 | — |
| 2019 | 11.9 | — |
| 2020 | 11 | — |
| 2021 | 13.9 | — |
| 2022 | 12.8 | — |
| 2023 | 20.5 | — |
| 2024 | 22.5 | — |
| 2025 | 23.5 | — |
| 2030 | — | 57.6 |
The data in this dataset is based on persons participating in lifelong learning, measured through participation in education and training. Lifelong learning is defined as encompassing all learning activities undertaken throughout life to improve knowledge, skills, and competence within personal, civic, social, or employment-related contexts. Participation rate considers both formal and non-formal education and training. The data presented is calculated as annual averages of quarterly EU Labour Force Survey Data (EU-LFS) with the reference period for this data being the four weeks prior to the interview. Participation in education and training is a measure of lifelong learning. The participation rate in education and training covers participation in formal and non-formal education and training in the four weeks prior to the interview/survey (numerator).
Source: Eurostat
Last Updated: March 10, 2026