In-house Academy: A Brief Overview of Motivational Interviewing

Event description

  • Health and wellness
  • Open to the public
  • Professional and career development

Looking for a quick Motivational Interviewing refresher? 

This interactive training reviews the core spirit, principles, and skills of MI while providing practical tools you can apply immediately. Participants will strengthen their ability to engage clients, navigate ambivalence, and evoke motivation for change in everyday conversations.Practical skills for effective, person-centered conversations 

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based, person-centered approach that helps 
people explore and make meaningful health or behavior changes. This training includes practical MI skills, processes, and strategies you will be able to use right away in your professional conversations.


Who Should Attend?

  • Professionals in healthcare, behavioral health, substance use treatment, or criminal justice
  • Current ASU Social Work students
  • Anyone seeking to learn or improve their MI skills and conversations
  • Anyone seeking a solid introduction or a valuable “refresher” in MI

Continuing Education Credit

This program is approved for 3.5 continuing education hours.
Approval #0140


Cost & Registration

ASU Social Work Students: $5.00
Seating is limited to a maximum of 10 students - register today through the link on this page!

  • Talk to your field instructors about incorporating the trainings into your learning contract for your internship!
  • Earn a certificate to build your resume. Certificates are great resume boosters!  They will not only enhance your professional skills as a social worker but also increase your marketability upon graduation.

Community Professionals: $50.00
Register with Mary Dillon, Motivational Interviewing Learning Exchange at [email protected]


Presenter: Mary Dillon, MA 
Motivational Interviewing Trainer | Consultant
Motivational Interviewing Learning Exchange, LLC

Mary provides customized MI training for organizations in healthcare, behavioral health, criminal justice, and more. For information about tailored trainings, contact [email protected] 


Seating is limited. If you are unable to attend this event for any reason, please cancel your registration right away so we can offer your seat to others. 

Additional information

MI Overview.pdf (3.82 MB)

Event contact

Jamie Martin Bengtson
520-884-5507
Date

Thursday, August 20, 2026



Time

1:00 pm4:30 pm (MST)


Cost

$5.00 for ASU SSW Students; $50 for Professionals