Delvin
Based in our satellite centre in Balbriggan, Delvin is a flexible mental health recovery programme for people who have experienced social isolation.
Duration
Our courses vary in length from six months to three years and you may get an extension if you need it.
The majority of courses are 30 hours per week, although some people attend part time particularly at the start.
Normally, the course starts at 9:00 and finishes at 17:00 Monday to Thursday. On a Friday courses usually finish at 14:30
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You just need the will to succeed. Some courses do have an assessment period, this is to ensure that the course is suitable for you.
Eligibility
Careers / Further progression
What choices do I have when my course ends?
This largely depends on the type of course you intend doing. At the end of our courses most students can choose between getting a job or moving on to further education, or a combination of both.
Further information
The majority of National Learning Network programmes are open entry, which means that you can start at any time of the year.
We will be happy to advise you of the details of your course when you meet with us.
Based in our satellite centre in Balbriggan.
All of our courses are free to students. They are funded by the Education and Training Boards or the HSE.
Do I keep my benefits?
Yes. You will keep the financial benefits you currently have. You should contact the secretary at your local centre if you have any queries regarding benefits.
NLN will offer you supports that will not only help with your training but can assist you in relevant aspects of your life. You will hold onto your current financial benefits and in addition you may obtain a training allowance from SOLAS or the HSE.
Delvin
Based in our satellite centre in Balbriggan, Delvin is a flexible mental health recovery programme for people who have experienced social isolation.
It provides participants with the opportunity to develop the level of social and personal skills and independence necessary to achieve integration into the community.
By accessing this service over a long period, participants will have: developed their social network appropriate to their stated individual needs. Reviewed their current occupational status and explored options for change or expansion. Researched local social and recreational activities available to them and made informed choices to ensure continuity of activities post service and demonstrated a level of communication skills necessary to sustain their continuing community integration. Achieved the level of independence necessary to participate fully in their chosen community activities.
National Learning Network – Swords
John Costello
Balheary Industrial Estate, Swords,
Co. Dublin.
Tel: 01 840 4120
Email: swords@nln.ie