In this course we focus on a very brief overview of the basic skills of motivational interviewing. Motivational interviewing (MI) is a communication technique used to help people facing ambivalence and support those ready to make a change in health behavior.
Audience: This course is a brief overview for those who would like to see if the MI technique is right for them. This course is not a replacement for a more in-depth in person or online course with guided practice.
In this course, you will learn to:
- Define motivational interviewing
- Identify the stages of change
- List the 4 key MI skills (OARS)
Time Required
20 minutes
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