Course Description:

Each of us in early childhood are supporting families who are coming to us for help with something – caring for their child, educating their child, or helping them to care for and educate their child. How we approach our helping role makes all the difference. Through our collaborative partnerships, we help families in finding the motivation to make the changes they feel are important to successfully address their concerns.

Join us to learn more about Motivational Interviewing, an evidence-based practice designed to help people do just that! You will learn about the elements of MI, demonstrating the spirit of MI and some foundational skills to get you started.

Agenda:
   Introduction to Motivational Interviewing
   What is the Spirit of Motivational Interviewing?
   Open Ended Questions
   Affirmations
   Reflections
   Summaries
   Improving Listening Skills
   Developing Empathy
   Motivational Interviewing in early intervention