2 day workshop.

The next workshop will take place on the 20th and 21st of November 2009.

Workshops are also run as requested. Please contact The Learning Curve Institute on 098 25530 or at info@thelearningcurve.ie for further information.

In order to maximize learning groups will be limited to a maximum of 15 students per course.

Developed by Miller and Rollnick, Motivational Interviewing is a client-centered approach that elicits behavioral changes by assisting individuals to explore and resolve ambivalence. This approach is especially helpful with individuals who are less motivated. Research has shown Motivational Interviewing to be helpful with a wide range of client groups and issues. This two day course will equip the attendees with a sound understanding of Motivational Interviewing theory and skills.

Certificate in Introduction to Motivational Interviewing from The Learning Curve Institute.

The aim of this two day workshop is to introduce the theory and practice of Motivational Interviewing. The objective of the two days is to provide the theory of Motivational Interviewing and the space to practice the skills associated with Motivational Interviewing.

1. To equip students with the tools to be enable them to develop and build on their own counseling skills.
2. To build on and expand existing knowledge in relation to Motivational Interviewing within the group.
3. To enhance confidence in participants use of Motivational Interviewing Skills.
4. To become familiar with the general Principles of Motivational Interviewing:
   • Express empathy
   • Develop Discrepancy
   • Roll with resistance
   • Support self-efficacy
   • Avoid Arguments
5. To provide space and time for participants to become familiar with Motivational Interviewing and use the following core skills:
   • Listening
   • Use of Open-ended questions
   • Affirming
   • Reflective Listening
   • Summarising
   • Eliciting “change talk”

No specific entry requirements

Assessment will be carried out through continuous assessment of role plays and listening exercises.

The Learning Curve Institute offers a unique post course support system whereby students are provided with the contact details of the lecturer and are free to contact him/her with any questions they may have or that they would like the lecturer to help them with.

Menlo Park Hotel, Galway City, Co Galway.

Please contact The Learning Curve Institute on 098 25530 or info@thelearningcurve.ie for more information.