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ONLINE COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT!
Excerpt from Module 1:
More than anything else, Motivational Interviewing is a way of being with people. In a way, MI defies a simple definition because a way of being is such a vast concept that suggests an understanding of others and human nature in general.
Learning the basics of MI will by no means clarify all of the mysteries of human behavior, but might trigger you to consider how you think about human nature and what brings about human behavior change. The founders of MI, William R. Miller, Ph.D., and Stephen Rollnick, Ph.D., have defined MI in their second edition book, Motivational Interviewing: Preparing people for change (2002) as:
A client-centered, directive method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence.
Mid-Atlantic ATTC
Presents
a Credited | Instructor Led | Self-Paced | Online Course
Introduction to
Motivational Interviewing
126043
10 Contact Hours!
Instructor: Sandy Gharib, LPC
PLEASE FORWARD TO COLLEAGUES!
The June 1, 2009 Running is
Available for Registration HERE!
In the interest of satisfying the growing demand for this online course we are offering an individual session every month. |
Start Date:
June 1, 2009 |
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I am really glad I took this course as my beginning to the process of getting my CSAC. I have found the techniques very practical and usable. I like the ease of Blackboard and it is helpful getting the feedback from both the teacher and co-students. Thanks!
Shannon Fulcrod
(recent Intro to MI student) |
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I am already applying the skills I've learned over the past 4 weeks to my private practice, which has created more effective communication with my clients.
Harley Sears (recent Intro to MI student) |
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This course begins June 1, 2009 and will run for 5 weeks (closing date July 6, 2009), and is offered for 10 contact hours. The course is self-paced, there is never a particular time that students are required to be online. You learn on your schedule.
To Register for this offering of Introduction to Motivational Interviewing:
Go to the Mid-Atlantic ATTC's Online Course Storefront
Cost: $50
Funded by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration,
Center for Substance Abuse Treatment
* * * * * * * * * * Course Content * * * * * * * * * * |
This course
will provide an introduction to Motivational Interviewing
(MI), a counseling style conceptualized by William
R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick popularized by their
1991 book, Motivational interviewing: preparing people
to change addictive behavior, which is now available
in a second edition (2002).
The
course focus is on the foundational elements of MI
and the spirit or counseling style that underlies
its techniques. The Stages of Change, a separate yet
compatible model of change, will also be explored.
This course is introductory and geared toward people
with no or little exposure to MI. The ATTC plans to
develop a more advanced course to be offered in the
future.
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Resources and lists of skills needed will be provided. Each module includes an opportunity for discussion and application of the content information. Links are available for participants to access internet resources.
A pretest and posttest is required in order to obtain credit through NAADAC and certification boards. (Please note: You must answer at least 70% of the posttest questions correctly in order to receive your certificate of completion) A pre and post-evaluation are required so that we can get feedback on your experiences in participating in this course.
* * * * * * * * * * About the Instructor * * * * * * * * * * |
Sandy Gharib, LPC
holds a Masters degree in Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor. For over 8 years, Sandy has worked in the community mental health setting. She has worked extensively in the area of Motivational Interviewing program design and treatment for substance abusers. Sandy co-authored a treatment manual: Motivational Groups for Community Substance Abuse Programs. In addition, Sandy is a certified MINT and Aricular Detoxification Specialist.
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All courses are approved by the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) for educational credits. (Provider #000272). It is also approved by the Substance Abuse Certification Alliance of Virginia (SACAVA) for Category I, CAC and CPP educational credits (Provider designation #30-4-02). Certificates will be mailed to participants who complete the program, including all assignments and the posttest, and submit completed evaluations. Please contact your local certification board to verify acceptance of NAADAC and ICRC educational credits. All courses are approved for providership by the the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) (Provider #6063)
Mid-Atlantic Addiction Technology Transfer Center
VCU Dept. of Psychiatry
4907 Fitzhugh Ave. Suite 202
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 367-7720
(804) 367-7724 fax
Email: midatlantic@ATTCnetwork.org
attcnetwork.org/midatlantic |
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