Advanced Motivational Interviewing Workshops
Advanced Motivational Interviewing Workshops
Advanced Motivational Interviewing Workshops
During this highly interactive, half-day workshop, the learner will advance their skills in Motivational Interviewing with the emphasis on the importance of listening for a response to change talk. This course is designed to provide the learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to acquire this valuable skill.
Each workshop will be live & in-person
Dates, Times & Registration
WORKSHOP DETAILS
GRAND RAPIDS
DATE: August 22, 2023 | 1:00-4:30 pm
LOCATION: GRAND RAPIDS MASONIC CENTER
233 E. FULTON ST.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
LANSING
DATE: August 23, 2023
LOCATION: TBD
- Workshop 1: 8:30 am-Noon
- Workshop 2: 1:00-4:30 pm
Audience
This course is intended for nurses, social workers, advanced practice providers, medical assistants and community health workers who desire to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become proficient at using Motivational Interviewing in their practice.
Faculty
Laura Saunders, MSSWLaura Saunders is the Wisconsin State Project Manager for the Great Lakes Addiction, Mental Health, and Prevention Technology Transfer Centers. Since 2001, Laura has provided SBIRT and Motivational Interviewing training to physicians, nurses, medical students, psychologists, specialty addiction treatment providers, social workers, physical therapists, health educators, and staff who work in correctional settings. She has provided feedback and coaching to hundreds of social workers, correctional staff, and other human service providers who are interested in using evidence-based practices with fidelity. Laura joined the international group of Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) in 2006 (Sophia, Bulgaria) and is an active member of the Wisconsin MINT group.
Cost
FREE for members; FREE for non-members
These workshops are free through a grant from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Continuing Education Credits
Nurses
An application for nursing continuing education has been submitted to the Wisconsin Nurses Association. Review is pending.
Social Workers
An application for continuing education has been submitted to the NASW-Michigan. Review is pending.
Submit continuing education questions to Sue Vos at sue.vos@miccsi.org.
Training Materials & Course Preparation
Access to training materials will be sent 1-2 weeks prior to the live event. Contact Amy Wales at amy.wales@miccsi.org with any questions.
Questions
If you have any questions, contact Amy Wales at amy.wales@miccsi.org or Sue Vos at sue.vos@miccsi.org