Reminder! Our nationwide Open Day takes place this Wednesday 15th April from 11am - 1pm. Visit an NLN college near you and find out about our free, inclusive, supported training courses. #ThinkPossible

On Wednesday, April 15th 2026, more than 30 National Learning Network colleges across the country will open their doors for our National Open Day! All welcome! Come along on the day to discover the supports available to help you succeed. rehab.ie/national-lea... #ThinkPossible

Ian Gilvarry attends the Evolve course at NLN Limerick, and is preparing for the Special Olympics Ireland Games, representing Team Munster in swimming. www.limerickleader.ie/news/limeric... #ThinkPossible

The team in NLN Mullingar have received a glowing testimonial from Niall in Headstart Sports Coaching about the company's recent collaboration with our college. Thank you Niall, it's a pleasure to work with you! #ThinkPossible

"I love it. I think my experience shows that, with the right support, there are so many jobs that people with disabilities can do" Laura McGuinn from NLN Sligo interviewed in the Irish Examiner alongside Adrian Stewart, our Head of Employability. www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/he... #ThinkPossible

National Learning Network is delighted to team up with Down Syndrome Ireland and invite you to a webinar exploring post-school options for young people with Down syndrome and other disabilities. REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/4kh7jkt 🗓 Date: Tuesday 3rd March 2026 🕕 Time: 7pm to 8pm #ThinkPossible

We're absolutely thrilled to announce that National Learning Network has been shortlisted in 5 categories at The Education Awards 2026! This amazing achievement is thanks to the innovation and expertise of our teams, bringing the best learning experiences to students across Ireland. #ThinkPossible

Take on an unforgettable challenge and make a real difference for supported, inclusive education.  Abseil over the iconic Croke Park roof, and raise funds to support innovative technology in our NLN training colleges.  Register now at rehab.ie/get-involved... #ThinkPossible #Abseil

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James from NLN Letterkenny #ThinkPossible #SupportedEducation #StudentSuccess

Students from NLN Sligo were thrilled to meet Uachtarán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly recently, as she visited Sligo Rovers F.C. #ThinkPossible @sligorovers.bsky.social @presidentofireland.bsky.social

📢 Join our NLN team, alongside our partners in the Digital Assistive Technology Training Network (DATTN), for a short webinar on how digital assistive technology can help in everyday life. Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/68a7ca... #ThinkPossible

"National Learning Network.... they’re a great call for students who may feel a bit daunted by a big college environment" ~ Many thanks to Peter McGuire in @irishtimes.com for highlighting the opportunities available at National Learning Network. www.irishtimes.com/ireland/educ... #ThinkPossible

In what has become a yearly tradition, the students and staff of NLN College East in Dublin were absolutely delighted and proud to be part of The Great Big Giveaway, a truly amazing initiative, providing food hampers and spreading kindness to the community. #ThinkPossible

The annual NLN Bray Christmas Market was extra meaningful this year, raising over €4,000 to fund a new Strike Force powerchair for Adam Curran, a fellow student at the college who has cerebral palsy. m.independent.ie/regionals/wi... #ThinkPossible #ChristmasMarket #PowerFootball

Mark attends NLN Manorhamilton training college, and loves working in MacManus’ Pharmacy and Gabriel’s Barbers. For Mark, it's #MoreThanAJob. It's inclusion, connection, and collaboration. Read more about the More Than A Job campaign here: rehab.ie/join-the-mor... #ThinkPossible #Employment

Morgan, a student at NLN Letterkenny, enjoys how employment gives him a sense of responsibility and increases his confidence. The 'More Than A Job' campaign builds workplaces that truly reflect our communities. Check it out: rehab.ie/join-the-mor... #ThinkPossible #IDPWD2025

NLN students are supported to gain employment as part of their educational journey. The more businesses that open their doors, the more society thrives. Check out the #MoreThanAJob campaign: rehab.ie/join-the-mor... #InclusiveWorkplace #ThinkPossible #DisabilityInclusion #IDPWD2025

The More Than A Job campaign celebrates inclusion and helps build workplaces that truly reflect our communities. Every job, every opportunity, every person counts. Check it out: rehab.ie/join-the-mor... #MoreThanAJob #ThinkPossible #DisabilityInclusion #IDPWD2025 #IDPWD

At NLN, we see how inclusive employment has enabled students to thrive. Find out more about the More Than A Job campaign: rehab.ie/join-the-mor... #MoreThanAJob #InclusiveWorkplace #ThinkPossible #DisabilityInclusion #IDPWD2025 #IDPWD #IDPWD25 #SupportedTraining #Education

More Than a Job is a campaign that celebrates real people, real experiences, and the real impact of inclusive employment for people with #disabilities. Find out more: rehab.ie/join-the-mor... #IDPWD2025 #MoreThanAJob

So exciting! NLN Letterkenny instructors will feature on tonight's RTÉ Nationwide! The instructors will showcase their supportive guidance and skills, as they lead the popular Weaving course, one of our contracted training courses which we deliver for our friends in Donegal ETB.

CHAT@NLN Limerick, on 3rd December, is an in-person and virtual event, bringing the CHAT community together in Limerick to share real stories, practical demonstrations, and examples of AT in action from across the country. Register here: eventbrite.ie/e/chatnln-li... #ThinkPossible

The staff and students of NLN College East would like to sincerely thank Badminton Ireland and Chloe Magee for their kind donation towards our sports hall. #ThinkPossible #SupportedEducation #Training #Badminton #AccessibleSports #Dublin

Students from NLN Mullingar and NLN College East were among the attendees at the excellent @aontas.com Adult Education Summit, meeting peers from across Ireland’s educational sector. #ThinkPossible #SupportedEducation #FET #Mullingar #Dublin #NEAAL #AONTASSummit #AdultEducationSummit2025

"Having choice and preference in apprenticeships would be more helpful for disabled students" Anne Marie McDonnell, NLN Head of Service & Programme Design and Development, addressing the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Further & Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

"There was such a sense of potential and hope for the future" ~ Deputy Jen Cummins TD speaking about her recent attendance at the launch of NLN College East, at today's Joint Oireachtas Committee on Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

Anne Marie McDonnell, NLN's Head of Service & Programme Design and Development, speaks to the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Further and Higher Education today about creating an educational model that promotes inclusion for all www.oireachtas.ie/en/oireachta... #ThinkPossible

To celebrate #SocialInclusionWeek, NLN Monaghan students will launch their podcast, 'Being part of our Community', part of their 'Chatterbox' series, in collaboration with Monaghan County Libraries. Everyone is welcome! Search 'Chatterbox NLN' on Spotify. #ThinkPossible

Calling all NLN students! 📢 The 2025 NLN Student Satisfaction Survey launches today. The survey is your opportunity to #HaveYourSay and offer your thoughts on what works best for you during your NLN experience. Thank you to everyone for taking part! #ThinkPossible

Have Your Say ~ The 2025 NLN Student Satisfaction Survey will launch on November 10th. The survey will capture extensive feedback from students across our NLN colleges and enhance the learning experience. Students are encouraged to complete the survey from 10th - 14th November. #ThinkPossible

The Living Larder was recently launched at NLN College East, as part of our commitment to sustainability and tackling food poverty. The @welfare_ie Social Inclusion team granted a polytunnel, which gives the students hands-on experience in growing their own food. #ThinkPossible

After the Leaving Cert Applied, Niamh joined a course at NLN Monaghan, to gain confidence, and figure out her next steps. With support from staff, she’s on her way to a career in Accounting. #ThinkPossible #Education #Support #Confidence #Monaghan #StudentSuccess

Amanda from NLN College East is at the D10 Career Fair today in the Civic Centre Ballyfermot, from 9am until 1pm All welcome to attend! #ThinkPossible #SupportedEducation #FreeTraining #Dublin

Paddy left school after the #JuniorCert. With the support of NLN Ennis, he found friends, tried different work experience opportunities, and landed a job with Lahinch Leisure Centre. #ThinkPossible #SupportedTraining #StudentSuccess #WorkExperience #Training #Ennis #Clare

NLN Bantry has become a place of transformation – offering not just education and training, but a chance to rebuild confidence, discover new skills, and create brighter futures. Read Roisin's story here: www.southernstar.ie/sponsored/ba... #ThinkPossible

Everyone in NLN would like to offer our sincere condolences to Patrick Gerard Murphy's friends and family. Pat was a fierce disability advocate and a progressive leader, serving as NLN Bantry manager for years, supporting hundreds of students to reach their full potential. rip.ie/death-notice...

Playback our webinar, 'Pathways to Potential – Supporting Neurodivergent Individuals into Education and Work', to hear real stories and practical insights from our expert speakers ▶️ youtu.be/bifKR_1O7gs?... #ThinkPossible #SupportedEducation #Training #StudentSuccess #Inclusion

Supporting Neurodivergent Individuals into Education and Work ~ Join us for our free webinar on 10th September 2025 at 2pm to hear real stories and practical insights from our expert speakers. Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/f2746e... #ThinkPossible #Autism #FurtherEducation

📢 The #LeavingCert doesn’t define your future 📢 There are ZERO #CAO points needed for our free, certified, life-changing training courses, available for people aged 16 and over, in our colleges across Ireland. rehab.ie/national-lea... #ThinkPossible #FurtherEducation #LC2025 #LeavingCertificate

#ThinkPossible ~ Oisín is a student on the Career Focus course at NLN Wexford. Visit nln.ie or email [email protected] for more info about our training courses around Ireland. #SupportedTraining #FurtherEducation #StudentSuccess

"We're here to support and encourage..." ~ Check out this new video from NLN Castlebar, highlighting how our free training courses can enhance your skills and independence. Email [email protected] or visit nln.ie www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVzn... #ThinkPossible #Mayo #FET

Claudia, a student at NLN Jutland in Limerick, showcased her fantastic work at the Connecting Artists Exhibition in July. Congratulations and well done to Claudia! Everyone at NLN is incredibly proud. www.ilovelimerick.ie/claudia-will... #ThinkPossible #Limerick #SupportedEducation

Our free training course at NLN Limerick will improve your IT and Office skills. Start the course when you feel ready. NLN offers a supportive, inclusive learning environment, helping students to thrive, develop skills and grow confidence. Email: [email protected] #ThinkPossible

To find out more about our free training courses around the country, visit nln.ie or send us an email: [email protected] #ThinkPossible #Sligo #Horsemanship #Education

A delegation from NLN were delighted to meet Minister of State Marian Harkin recently, to discuss the role of NLN in skills development for people with disabilities or people who need additional supports to thrive in education. #ThinkPossible

📻 Tomas, an NLN Ennis student, has been completing work experience with Raidió Corca Baiscinn for the last year, getting a true insight into the world of radio production. Listen to an interview with his instructor, Mary Ellen - rcb.ie/category/com... #ThinkPossible

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People from RehabCare & @nlnireland.bsky.social attended an excellent 'media training for advocates' workshop by @disabilityfed.bsky.social. Participants learned how to use their voice and lived experience to lobby and campaign on issues of importance to people with disabilities. #ThriveAchieveShine