NOTICE – WE HAVE REACHED CAPACITY OF APPLICATIONS.  If you wish to be placed on a waitlist, you may submit your Written Application as directed below. You will not proceed to payment or SPI. If space becomes available, you will be contacted, the order your Written Application was received, and invited to continue the application process by submitting your payment and scheduling the SPI. 

 If you have any questions, please contact admin@motivationalinterviewing.org

 

INSTRUCTIONS TO SUBMIT A COMPLETE TNT APPLICATION

2024 MINT TNT AND FORUM - Christchurch, New Zealand

September 30 - October 2  -  MINT Training of New Trainers (TNT) Workshop

October 3 - 5   -  MINT Annual Forum

Participants who complete the TNT workshop may also register for the Annual MINT Forum. See FAQ's at the bottom of this page for additional information.

 

PURPOSE OF TRAINING OF NEW TRAINERS (TNT) WORKSHOP

To support proficient MI practitioners / trainers in enhancing their MI training skills.

APPLICATION OVERVIEW

This is a 2-step process. This page documents each step. These instructions can be downloaded below. 

To apply for a TNT, you will need to:

1. Complete and submit a written application form
2. Provide two references of people who can describe your MI skills
3. Pay $250 US Dollars application fee 
4. Schedule and complete the Standardized Patient Interview (SPI)

APPLICANT EXPECTATIONS

1. You are proficient in MI;
2. You can show your MI skills in 20-minute Standardized Patient Interview (SPI);
3. You have participated in standard training in MI;
4. You can describe your experience learning MI and how you are developing your MI skills;
5. You have received feedback, coaching, or supervision as part of ongoing MI learning;
6. You have provided MI Training (recommended but not required).

 

INSTRUCTIONS

The application is a two-part process:

1. SUBMIT FORMS AND PAYMENT
   1. Share your contact information, two references, and the Written TNT Application Form.
   2. Pay the non-refundable fee. This pays for the Standardized Patient interview (SPI) and MITI-coding with feedback.
2. COMPLETE THE STANDARDIZED PATIENT INTERVIEW (SPI)
   1. Schedule the SPI.
   2. Complete the SPI at the designated time.
   3. Complete the Standardized Patient Interview Reflection Form after you receive it.
   4. Submit the Standardized Patient Interview Reflection Form.

PART 1: WRITTEN TNT APPLICATION FORM

• Access the Written TNT Application Form (also attached at the bottom of this page) and fill in as much information as you can provide.
• Save the document on your computer using your name (Surname, First Name) as the file name (example: Miller, William).

If you have any questions about the TNT application form, please email  tnt@motivationalinterviewing.org

• Click the SUBMIT APPLICATION HERE link at the end of these instructions.
• Write your name, email, phone number, and location. List the contact information of two references familiar with your MI skills.
• Confirm you understand the application process.
• Upload your completed Written TNT Application form.
• Click Submit Part 1 button. The next page will confirm submission and ask for payment.
• Pay the fee. Our secure payment portal accepts credit and debit cards. 
• You will then be redirected to Step 2: Schedule Your Standardized Patient Interview.  

Once you complete these steps, your application will go into our queue.

 

PART 2: STANDARDIZED PATIENT INTERVIEW (SPI) 

The SPI is a 20-minute audio-recorded interaction. You will get to show your MI skills. You will interview a member of our team trained to act in the Standardized Patient (SP) role. The SP will also record this interview. You can choose between two target change behaviors: smoking or sleep.

When scheduling, you will provide the following:

1. Your name and email address
2. The phone number (for USA applicants) where you plan to take the call.
3. If you are outside the USA, provide your time zone. Let us know if Zoom works for you.
4. Let us know the target change you want to work with (smoking or sleep).

Once you submit your Written Application Form and application payment, you will be redirected to the SPI scheduling page where you will receive more instructions. 

 

REVIEW OF YOUR APPLICATION AND STANDARDIZED PATIENT INTERVIEW (SPI):

1. Once we review your entire application, we will notify you of the outcome. You will also receive MITI-coding feedback on your SPI to strengthen your MI practice. The review process can take up to 8 weeks.
2. If you disagree with the outcome, you have seven (7) days to appeal the decision. Please email TNT Coordinator Dr. Colin O'Driscoll tnt@motivationalinterviewing.org.   In the subject line of the email, enter "Request for TNT Application Review Appeal" You will receive a confirmation of your email and information about what to expect.

NOTE: The MINT Board of Directors will decide the outcome of the Application Review Appeal. This decision is final.

 

Submit Your Completed 2024 Written Application Here 

 

 

FAQs AND OTHER INFORMATION

How many applicants will be admitted into the TNT?

We will admit the first 44 applicants (44 applicants (1 English Language groups of 44) who register and pay for the TNT. We may keep a short waitlist and offer spots if seats become available.

 

What if I am admitted but cannot attend the TNT?

CANCELLATION POLICY: we will honor full registration refunds (minus $100 administrative fee) until August 31, 2024. After that date, we will not be able to issue a refund, however, you will be given credit for the next available TNT in the amount that you paid (future registration fees are subject to change).

We understand that emergencies happen. Please contact us and we can discuss the options.

 

What is the cost of the 2024 TNT registration fee?

The workshop registration fee for 2024 is $1500 USD.

 

Is financial aid available?

Financial aid is available for registration fees and/or travel expenses.  If you plan to attend the TNT but have financial barriers, you may be eligible for help.

Our Public Service Fund is a member-generated source of financial aid. Funding is limited, and we recommend applying as soon as possible, even if your application has not yet been reviewed/approved. 

 

Attendance at MINT’s Annual Forum (Optional)

The MINT Annual Forum will take place immediately after the 3-Day TNT Workshop. We invite all TNT participants to the Welcome Reception Wednesday night. This is an excellent opportunity to meet members of MINT. You can attend the Annual Forum at a discounted fee. We will share information about these events after you register for the TNT.