Certificate of Intensive Training in Motivational Interviewing
Learn more about this course here: https://www.umassmed.edu/cipc/continuing-education/MotivationalInterviewing/
Our Certificate of Intensive Training in Motivational Interviewing is a semester-long course founded on the principles described by Miller & Rollnick. The evidence tells us that clinicians only begin to successfully use MI when they have had opportunities to engage in the deliberate practice of Motivational Interviewing.
We engage students beyond the academic understanding of active skills practice through live, online Learning Labs, during which you will have the opportunity to practice with other students from around the country who are taking the course. Students will also have two one-on-one practice sessions with an experienced MI coach, during which they will demonstrate their skills and receive objective feedback on their strengths and areas for growth. These coaching sessions are professionally coded using the Motivational Interviewing Competency Assessment (MICA).
Who should take this course?
This course is designed for individuals in healthcare fields who wish to become active practitioners of MI. There are no prerequisites.
What are the elements of the course?
Video, readings, active practice and analysis, and reflection on your growing skills--this is the way to become a capable MI practitioner.
- 10 pre-recorded, online Lessons
- Five live online, interactive group Learning Labs (find the schedules for these HERE)
- Two 1-1 practice sessions with an experienced MI coach, where you will demonstrate your skills and receive objective feedback on your strengths and areas for growth using the MICA coding system
When does this course take place?
Winter 2027 session:
- Course opens: January 11, 2027
- You can enroll up until January 15, 2027
- Last day to finish requirements: April 11, 2027
Click here to enroll in the Winter 2027 Session
Who teaches this course?
Our online course provides a solid academic understanding with Lessons designed by Course Director, Daniel Mullin, PsyD, MPH, and presenters who are MI experts, all of whom are members of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT).
What Continuing Education Units do I receive for completing the MI Program?
- Psychologists: approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) for 21.25 CE credits
- Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists: approved by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) for 19.75 CE credits
- Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants: approved by the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) for 21.5 CME credits
- Social Workers: Licensed Social Workers may use either APA or NBCC credits. Social Workers should check with their licensing board to confirm which credits they can use.
If you have questions, contact your State's licensing board to see which credits they will accept and how to report them.
Tuition and Payment
- $1800 per individual - We welcome groups, please note that each individual must register separately
- Payment can be made with a credit card, check, or institutional PO
- Group rates are available for 10+ people ($1600 per person), and UMass discounts are available. Please contact a learning specialist
International Students
We welcome students from all over the world. Please note that while you can access the pre-recorded course Lessons at any time, the live Learning Labs are scheduled for midday Eastern Time Zone in the US. To join these required webinars, we use Zoom software, which includes international call-in numbers. A link to these will be included in the Zoom invitation. We cannot be responsible for phone or internet charges.
