Applying Motivational Interviewing Techniques and Interventions in Palliative Care
Overview
Motivational interviewing is a collaborative counseling style designed to assess and strengthen a person’s motivation to take action. This powerful tool has been shown to improve patient engagement, promote goal setting and achievement, and lead to better patient outcomes. This course explores the foundations of motivational interviewing and teaches professionals in all disciplines how to integrate this technique into their work.
What You'll Learn
- Understand the theoretical framework guiding motivational interviewing as an approach to creating person-centered plans
- Identify research outcomes that support motivational interviewing best practices
- Define what is meant by the “spirit” of motivational interviewing
- Contrast the motivational interviewing concept of “change” with the healthcare “goal-setting” focus
- Discuss the use of decisional balance for fine-tuning plans
- Demonstrate the application of specific techniques and interventions in case-based situations
What You'll Earn
6 continuing education (CE) credits provided through California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) Extended Learning, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Who Should Enroll
Health professionals working in any care setting
Completion and Refunds
To complete this course and obtain a certificate, you must view the course in its entirety, correctly answer all case studies and quiz/test questions (as appropriate) and complete the evaluation. No refunds are given for self-paced courses. You will have 90 days to access this course from the date of purchase.
