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About this course

  • $159.00
  • 6 lessons

About the course

Motivational Interviewing is a style of communicating about behavior change.

Whether you're a healthcare provider who speaks to patients about quitting smoking or taking medication, or an educator who speaks to students about time management and study skills, or a social worker who speaks to clients about coping skills and substance use, this workshop is for you. Dr. Kate Watson, President and Founder of The Advocacy Academy hosts workshops tailored to the needs of many professionals including, but not limited to those who come from: healthcare/ fitness, social work/ social services, psychology, victim/ survivor advocacy, criminal justice, education, leadership/ management. In a full-day introductory workshop, participants will learn the basic concepts related to Motivational Interviewing: Evocation, compassion, partnership, acceptance. Participants will also practice the four basic skills of MI: Open ended questioning, affirming, reflective listening, and summarizing.
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Although this webinar is not pre-approved for continuing education credit through any particular accrediting body, most participants who are interested in CEUs are able to obtain them by submitting proof of attendance to their professional licensing and credentialing boards. Registration is not refundable, nor transferable, unless cancelled by the organizer. Participants may not request admission to a future event with this purchase. If the event is cancelled, registration fees will be refunded. Email [email protected] if you need help choosing the appropriate course.

Access to On Demand Courses

Learners will have access to the course for 90 days

Unless otherwise specified, all courses offer 90 days of access. Generally speaking, The Advocacy Academy is happy to offer more time when a learner makes a request. 

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