The aim of this final paper was to determine the importance of lifelong education for both the individual and the organization. In the theoretical part of the paper using the method of descriptive analysis based on the studies of the stated literature, the general goal was to explain the importance of human resources education, motivation for education and the impact of education on individuals and organizations. Then to determine the importance and usefulness of lifelong education in the hospitality industry, taking as an example the Hospitality and Tourism School Osijek which conducts formal and non-formal education for caterers, those who want to become restaurateurs and those who want to perfect their profession. The empirical research part of the paper was conducted by survey through an online survey questionnaire. The aim of the study was to establish the motivation of respondents to additional education, whether employers support their additional education and the general performance of educational programs implemented by the Hospitality and Tourism School Osijek. The study was conducted on a sample of 11 individual participants in the adult education program. The survey produced satisfactory results because the survey confirmed that the majority of respondents decided on a stand-alone decision to pursue further continuous education and training. The respondents were extremely satisfied with the education carried out, however, they expressed a desire for an even distribution of theory and practice. The results of the research can serve to further improve the lifelong education program of the Hospitality and Tourism School Osijek.