Motivational Interviewing (HSM)

In this module, students revisit motivational interviewing (MI) as a collaborative, person-centered approach that helps clients explore ambivalence, identify their own reasons for change, and build confidence in making healthier choices. Making lifestyle changes can be difficult, and Community Health Workers (CHWs) can play an important role in supporting clients as they recognize barriers, identify motivating factors, and set realistic personal goals.

This module reviews foundational MI concepts and provides opportunities to practice skills such as open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, summarizing, readiness tools, and eliciting change talk. Through practice scenarios and reflection, students will strengthen their ability to support meaningful, client-centered conversations in community-based and clinical settings.

Students are encouraged to complete this module within two weeks. HSM access is for six months. A Certificate of Completion can be printed after successful completion of the course.