Motivational Interviewing and Change Theory Practice

Course Information

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a client-oriented, collaborative, evidence-informed approach to counselling focused on exploring and resolving ambivalence, and enhancing motivation to change. In this course, students study the application of MI in addictions and mental health. Practical skills, concepts, and essential strategies of MI are integrated into clinical practice in order to promote behaviour change and maintenance of gains. Case studies, demonstrations, and experiential learning are used in the development of MI skills.

Intake F25 SEM

Start Date Sep 09 / 2025

End Date Dec 16 / 2025

Prerequisite(s):

n/a

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

n/a

Group Work:

n/a

Registering college code:
SA-OEL1279

Host college code:
SL-CSSL86

How to register

You can register in-person, by phone, fax or mail. When Registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL 001–not SA-ENL001). For details visit http://www.saultcollege.ca/ContinuingEducation/index.asp.

Contact

David Barratt
Phone : (705) 759-2554 ext. 2612
Email : ontariolearn@saultcollege.ca

443 Northern Avenue
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
P6B 4J3

Phone : (705) 759-2554
Toll Free : 1-800-461-2260
Fax : (705) 759-7984

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