3D Printing
for Education

This 5-day Erasmus+ teacher training course in Lisbon introduces educators to the complete 3D printing workflow — from understanding how FDM and SLA printers work, to designing models with beginner-friendly CAD tools (Tinkercad, Fusion 360), slicing with Cura or PrusaSlicer, and printing real educational objects. You will also explore how 3D printing fits into STEM and STEAM curricula, project-based learning, and the broader maker education movement. The course ends with participants presenting their own classroom-ready 3D printing projects.

Yes. This course is fully compatible with Erasmus+ KA1 teacher mobility grants. Casa da Educação is a DGERT-certified training provider in Portugal and issues all required Erasmus+ documentation: a Letter of Acceptance (before grant approval), Learning Agreement, Europass Mobility document, and a DGERT certificate of attendance. Schools with an Erasmus+ Accreditation (KA121) or a KA122 short-term project grant can use this course as a qualifying mobility activity.

No prior experience is required. This is a beginner-friendly, hands-on course designed from the ground up for teachers who have never touched a 3D printer before. You only need curiosity and a desire to innovate. The first day starts with the absolute basics, and all trainers are experienced in adapting pace to the group. By Day 3, every participant has already printed their first educational object.

All participants who complete the full 5-day programme receive: a DGERT Certificate of Attendance (certified by Portugal's Ministry of Employment and recognised across the EU), a Europass Mobility Document detailing the learning outcomes and competences acquired, a Learning Agreement valid for Erasmus+ reporting, and a complete digital resource pack of models, guides, and project templates developed during the course.

3D printing is one of the most powerful tools available to STEM and STEAM educators because it makes abstract concepts tangible. Students can print mathematical models, anatomical structures, historical artefacts, engineering prototypes, and art pieces — bridging subjects that are often taught in isolation. This course dedicates an entire day to STEAM integration, giving teachers specific project templates and pedagogical frameworks they can use immediately in their own classrooms, whatever subject they teach.

The course takes place at Casa da Educação's training centre in Areeiro, Lisbon — 10 minutes from Humberto Delgado Airport and well connected to the city centre. The programme includes all course materials, trainer fees, certificates, a guided cultural visit to Lisbon, and a welcome dinner. Accommodation and flights are not included but are typically covered by Erasmus+ KA1 individual support grants.

The next confirmed edition is 9–13 November 2026. Additional dates are available upon request for groups of 5 or more participants. Contact us via the application form below or on WhatsApp and our team will share full availability within 24 hours. We recommend applying at least 3 months before your preferred date to ensure your school has time to complete the Erasmus+ grant application.

Both options are welcome. Individual teachers can join one of our open group editions (maximum 15 participants), which are an excellent opportunity to meet educators from across Europe. Schools can also book a dedicated private edition for their own group of 5 to 15 staff members on dates that suit their schedule. For school groups, we can issue a customised programme and a Letter of Acceptance tailored to your specific Erasmus+ grant application.

Day 5 of the course explores the intersection of AI and 3D printing — one of the fastest-growing areas in educational innovation. Generative AI tools can now produce 3D-printable design files from text prompts, democratising design in the classroom. Teachers leave this session understanding how to guide students through AI-assisted design workflows, preparing their schools for the next wave of digital fabrication and maker education across Europe.