Motivational Interviewing Certificate

Are you a coach, counsellor, manager or seeking to enhance your ability to inspire positive change in others? If so, this course on Motivational Interviewing is your guide to unlocking the art of guiding individuals towards transformational shifts in their behaviours and perspectives.

Course Overview

In this meticulously crafted course, you will delve into the world of Motivational Interviewing (MI), a proven methodology designed to foster intrinsic motivation and resolve ambivalence in the process of change. Developed by renowned clinical psychologists William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick, MI has evolved into a dynamic and powerful technique used across various fields to facilitate sustainable personal growth.

Why Choose This Course?

Our course provides an in-depth exploration of MI, covering its core principles, strategies, and real-world applications. Through engaging lessons, practical exercises, and insightful case studies, you’ll gain a deep understanding of empathetic communication, effective questioning, and active listening. You’ll acquire a profound understanding of the four key processes of MI – Engaging, Focusing, Evoking, and Planning – and learn to seamlessly incorporate these techniques into your professional interactions.

Course Highlights

• Understand the origins and evolution of Motivational Interviewing

• Develop a solid foundation in MI principles, including the collaborative “spirit”

• Master reflective listening and overcome communication barriers

• Use open-ended questions, affirmations, and summaries effectively

• Navigate ambivalence and resistance with confidence

• Elicit and amplify change talk to drive meaningful transformation

• Utilise evocative techniques to empower clients or patients

• Skilfully address sustain talk and discord

• Create effective action plans and reinforce commitment

• Apply MI techniques across diverse settings, from healthcare to coaching

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for seasoned professionals looking to enhance their therapeutic toolkit, as well as those new to the realm of behaviour change facilitation. Ideal for healthcare providers, counsellors, therapists, coaches, educators, and anyone seeking to empower others in their personal growth journey.

The course comes with a comprehensive handbook and is assessed by a series of multiple-choice quizzes. On completing the course, you will earn a certificate accredited by the International Association of Therapists.