Intensive Motivational Interviewing Skills – 1 Day Training in Manchester

Overview Master motivational interviewing to boost engagement, influence behavior, and achieve positive outcomes across professional settings. Group Discounts: Save 10% when registering 3 or more participants Save 15% when registering 10 or more participants Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person) Language: English Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours Certification: Course Completion Certificate Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks included If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at [email protected] for availability and scheduling. Course Overview This upgraded 1 Day MI workshop equips professionals across healthcare, social work, education, HR, and customer-facing roles with advanced motivational interviewing skills. Participants will learn to communicate with empathy, reduce resistance, foster engagement, and guide behavioral change. Through interactive role plays, case studies, and hands-on exercises, attendees will gain practical techniques to handle challenging conversations, strengthen rapport, and improve outcomes. The course emphasizes ethical influence, client-centered strategies, and measurable impact. Participants will leave with an actionable MI plan ready for immediate application. Learning Objectives By the end of this course, you will: • Apply MI techniques across healthcare, HR, education, social work, and customer service • Build trust, rapport, and engagement with clients, employees, or students • Recognize and respond to resistance effectively • Guide behavior change ethically and sustainably • Integrate MI into daily professional practice • Develop a personal action plan to monitor and improve MI effectiveness Target Audience • Healthcare and mental health professionals • HR professionals, team leaders, and organizational managers • Social workers and community service staff • Educators, student counselors, and coaches • Customer service and sales professionals Why Choose This Course? Professionals often face challenges in motivating clients, employees, or students to adopt desired behaviors. This MI course equips participants with practical tools to foster engagement, trust, and collaborative decision-making, resulting in improved outcomes and stronger relationships. ©2026 Myndwisdom.com. This content is protected by copyright law. Copy or Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Want to train your entire team? In-house sessions are available for organizations seeking to embed motivational interviewing skills across teams, improving engagement, performance, and professional communication. Customized programs provide hands-on practice for real-world scenarios. 📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session: [email protected] Agenda : Module 1: Introduction to Motivational Interviewing • Understand MI principles and collaborative communication • Explore motivation and ambivalence in clients, employees, or students • Recognize barriers to engagement • Icebreaker Exercise Module 2: Core MI Communication Techniques • Master open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries (OARS) • Develop active listening and empathy • Respond effectively to resistance • Activity Module 3: Understanding Motivation and Behavior Change • Explore intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation • Identify readiness for change across individuals and teams • Align goals with values and desired outcomes • Case Study Module 4: Applying MI in Professional Contexts • Adapt MI for healthcare, HR, social work, education, or sales • Conduct effective coaching, feedback, or counseling conversations • Guide individuals toward self-motivated decisions • Role Play Module 5: Overcoming Resistance and Objections • Recognize and address reluctance constructively • Reframe objections as engagement opportunities • Maintain rapport and trust during difficult interactions • Scenario Exercise Module 6: Integrating MI into Daily Practice • Incorporate MI into workflow and professional routines • Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams • Use MI to enhance engagement, adherence, or performance • Simulation Exercise Module 7: Personal MI Action Plan • Develop a step-by-step plan to apply MI skills professionally • Set measurable goals and track outcomes • Commit to continuous skill improvement • Action Plan Presentation Frequently asked questions - What is the refund policy? You are eligible to request a refund up to 7 days before the event. - Do I need prior MI experience? No, beginners and experienced professionals will benefit. - Can MI be applied across different sectors? Yes, including healthcare, HR, social work, education, and sales. - Will there be hands-on practice? Yes, with role plays, simulations, and case studies. - Is the course suitable for individual professionals and teams? Yes, both formats are effective. - Will a certificate be provided after completion? Yes, a course completion certificate is provided. - Can this course be customized for organizations? Yes, in-house sessions can be tailored to specific needs. - Is the session interactive? Yes, it includes discussions, activities, and scenarios. - Is this a full-day program? Yes, it is a structured 8-hour classroom session.\\ - Do I need leadership experience? Not required, though beneficial for application. - Will real-world professional scenarios be included? Yes, sector-specific examples are provided. If any issue in payment, Contact [email protected]