CPD Hours2.5 hrs
CPD CategoryCategory 2: Skills and Knowledge
OrganiserAASW National ([email protected])
Event FormatOn-Demand
Practice & careerClinical SW, Mental Health
CPD Hours2.5 hrs
CPD CategoryCategory 2: Skills and Knowledge
OrganiserAASW National ([email protected])
Event FormatOn-Demand
Practice & careerClinical SW, Mental Health
Capability Levels: Emerging; Evolving
Ever found yourself grappling with the challenges of behaviour change in your client work? If yes, you’re not alone.
Motivational Interviewing, developed by William Miller PhD and Stephen Rollnick PhD in the 1980s, offers a solution. Originally rooted in the alcohol and other drug sector, it has evolved into a versatile approach applied across diverse settings like mental health, corrective services, education, leadership, medical care, and child welfare.
This evidence-based modality teaches a client-centric approach and a way of being with people, underpinned by the foundations of partnership, acceptance, compassion, and empowerment. Whether used independently or alongside existing practices, Motivational Interviewing will enrich your approach to facilitating meaningful conversations about change and growth.
Who should register?
This course is tailored for Social Workers and allied health professionals in direct service provision. Motivational Interviewing is applicable across diverse practice settings and client presentations. If you’re involved in facilitating change and growth, this evidence-based approach will support and guide your work.
Motivational Interviewing is incorporated under Medicare’s list of Focussed Psychological Strategies.
Learning objectives
You will have the opportunity to develop (or enhance) your understanding of:
Learning modalities
This course employs a range of instructional techniques, including presentation videos, textual information, engaging activities, handouts, quizzes, and role plays. These elements collectively showcase Motivational Interviewing in practical application, offering you a comprehensive and dynamic learning experience.
AASW Credentials: Mental Health (Focussed Psychological Strategies); Clinical
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