Motivational Interviewing for Primary Healthcare

The course targets people working in the primary healthcare sector and can include a blend of clinical and non-clinical roles.

Motivational interviewing is underpinned by a series of principles that emphasise a collaborative relationship in which the autonomy of the patient is respected and uses the patient's intrinsic resources for change. The health professional adopts a non-confrontational approach to guide the patient toward change. 

This practice can be helpful in a variety of healthcare applications including nutrition, exercise, medication adherence, prevention programs associated with chronic disease, pain management, mental health, substance abuse and settings where an inclusive approach is required for individuals at risk.

The course designed and delivered by the Benchmarque Group is facilitated by an accredited MINT trainer and includes the following learning objectives:

• Explore how and why people change, and the role of motivational interviewing in facilitating behaviour change in the general practice setting.
• Develop fluency with the core principles and processes of Motivational Interviewing
• Develop and apply key interpersonal and communication skills that underpin Motivational Interviewing.
• Practical application of skills and knowledge – building specific practice exercises to recognise and respond to challenging healthcare clients in your setting.
• Understand the importance of self-care for those working in primary healthcare.

Throughout this course, the learner will explore practical strategies to help people find their own motivation and commitment to change.

eLearning Module

The e-learning module is designed as a pre-learning activity that prepares participants with the MI framework and change methodology. It is reflection based rather than assessment based, giving the individuals some level of confidence stepping into the practical workshop.

One (1) Day in-person workshop

The workshop is focused on building the necessary skill that underpin the MI framework and then works on specific case studies relevant in the primary healthcare setting.

Virtual Consolidation Workshop

The virtual consolidation workshop is designed to provide follow up support for participants to ask questions or focus on a challenging situation and consolidate application of skills in the workplace.

During the eLearning module, students will have an opportunity to reflect and document thoughts on practical activities.

Within the face-to-face workshop students will participate in case studies, scenarios and role-plays.

There is no formal assessment associated with this course.

Enhance your support skills and personal wellbeing with our comprehensive Motivational Interviewing course. Through interactive workshops and reflective exercises, you'll master key Motivational Interviewing techniques and adopt mindfulness practices to foster empathy, reduce burnout, and maintain resilience in your role.

Students enrolled in Benchmarque Group courses should adhere to the following principles:

• Display a commitment to learning and to achieving success
• Be responsible and accountable for their own learning, behaviour and decisions
• Actively participate in all workshop activities and learning experiences
• Attend all scheduled sessions and be punctual at all times
• Complete all online assessments and workplace practice activities
• Work in harmony and respect the rights and opinions of staff and other students
• Treat others as they themselves would like to be treated
• Use acceptable language at all times.

Yes, the course contains three components being the online learning, one-day workshop and the virtual workshop. It is a requirement for people to complete all 3 sections to be issued the certificate of completion.

The course designed and delivered by the Benchmarque Group is facilitated by an accredited MINT trainer with years of experience working in the primary healthcare setting.

Unfortunately there will be role plays. Role plays can be slightly awkward but they play an important part in providing a safe way to practise real-life scenarios. Role play allows you to observe other people delivering skills and help to build confidence.

The Motivational Interviewing course is delivered regularly but often delivered as a group booking for clients. If you are interested in being put onto a waitlist for the course, please contact us and we can add your name to the list.