Motivational Interviewing for Real-World Change

Target Audience:

• Professionals supporting behaviour change
• Frontline staff & volunteers working with individuals experiencing ambivalence about change
• Support staff who wish to strengthen motivational communication skills

Course aims:

• Understand the core concepts of motivational interviewing and feel confident taking the first steps in applying them.
• Examine ambivalence and learn strategies for reducing resistance
• Explore the role and techniques of effective active listening
• Identify and encourage “change talk” to strengthen motivation for change

Insight Academy courses are delivered by Expert Citizens CIC and are designed as supportive, person-centred learning experiences. By booking a place, you agree to our key booking terms. Each online ticket is for one person only, and connections must not be shared. If the Delegate named on the booking can no longer attend, your organisation is welcome to substitute another Delegate at no extra cost, provided you let us know at least twenty-four hours before the session begins.

If you need to cancel, please contact us in writing. Cancellations made less than thirty-six hours before the course start time are non-refundable, as our delivery and preparation costs will already have been committed. Earlier cancellations may be eligible for a refund or a transfer, depending on circumstances.

In the rare event that Expert Citizens CIC needs to postpone or cancel a course, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund of fees paid. Our full Terms & Conditions explain how we manage bookings, cancellations, payments, substitutions, online access, and the respectful learning environment we strive to create.