Motivational Interviewing (8ALF017)

Motivational Interviewing (8ALF017)

Level ~ Graduate Diploma
Availability ~ Teaching Period 3
Type ~ Lifespan Unit

Pre-Recommended Unit: Structured Therapies (8ALF016)

Motivational interview is a collaborative counselling approach that can be used in a wide range of settings and integrated with brief interventions. In this unit learners will develop knowledge of core principles of motivational interviewing and critically reflect on the application of motivational interviewing to diverse contexts. it is recommended students first undertake 8ALF016 Structured Therapies.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the unit, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate application of the core principles of motivational interviewing;
  2. Critically reflect on the application of motivational interviewing to diverse contexts.

Weekly Schedule
Week 1 Core Principles I
Week 2 Core Principles II
Week 3 Application to diverse contexts I
Week 4 Application to diverse contexts II
Week 5 Application to diverse contexts III