Overview

This module describes behavior change, the nature of motivation, and motivational interviewing skills which you can use in your brief intervention with patients.

At the end of this module, participants will be able to:

• Identify MI basic steps
• Identify MI core skills
• Demonstrate and practice MI using core skills

Course Delivery: Online self-paced course, open enrollment

Training Materials

Training video: An Introduction to Motivational Interviewing

Materials and handouts:

• MI Strategies: OARS
• Am I Doing this Right?  MI Reminder Card

Video Demonstrations:

• The Ineffective Dentist: Non-Motivational Approach
• The Effective Dentist: Motivational Interviewing Demonstration