Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Solution Focused Interventions (Virtual Classroom)
Course Overview
Due to the increase in the popularity of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Solution Focussed therapy as interventions both in addictions and general health and social care practice, this course will give practitioners the skills to engage with their clients using motivational interviewing techniques in conjunction with Solution Focussed Therapy, thereby facilitating client-led, sustainable behaviour change. This course is delivered over 4 half days, in virtual classroom
Who is the Course aimed at?
Social work staff, qualified and unqualified – max of 15 delegates per session
How long is the Course?
2 days – split over 2 days or 4 x half days online (from your digital platform of choice)
What will you learn?
- Understanding of the principles and strategies used in motivational interviewing
- Understand the role of motivational interviewing in relation to brief interventions and the Cycle of Change
- Understand and utilise the theoretical framework including important concepts
- Integrate knowledge within an appropriate practice setting
- Understanding of the principles and strategies used in motivational interviewing
- Understand the skills and principles of Solution Focused Therapy, including competency frameworks and client success focus
- Be able to practice skills rehearsal, demonstrating consolidation of knowledge
Testimonials
“This will be invaluable when engaging families & professionals to make positive changes” – Case Manager, Knowsley
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