In this 4-part series, participants will learn to use this coding process through self-study, telephonic didactic lectures, and group and individual practice. Those who complete this course will feel more confident in using the Motivational Interviewing Treatment Integrity (MITI) Code to score audio-recorded sessions. They will also be prepared to use the MITI measurements to coach others or to provide themselves with instructive feedback on how to improve practice and work toward fidelity to the model.
Note: Participants must complete Motivational Interviewing: Relational Skills (Level 1) and Motivational Interviewing: Technical Skills (Level 2) to be eligible to attend the subsequent training in the MI series: SBIRT and Coding & Coaching (Level 3). Those who fully attend Level 1 and Level 2 will automatically receive an invitation to register to attend Level 3.
Registrants who fully attend this training will be eligible to receive 12 NAADAC certified continuing education (CE) hours. CE certificates are sent via email within two weeks after the conclusion of the training.
Laura A. Saunders, MSSW
Laura A. Saunders, MSSW, is the Wisconsin State Project Manager for the Great Lakes Addiction, Mental Health and Prevention Technology Transfer Centers. Her position is housed at the UW–Madison, where she’s worked since 1988. Since 2001, Laura has provided SBIRT and Motivational Interviewing training to physicians, nurses, medical students, psychologists, specialty addiction treatment providers, social workers, physical therapists, health educators, and staff who work in correctional settings. She has provided feedback and coaching to hundreds of social workers, correctional staff, and other human service providers who are interested in using evidence-based practices with fidelity. Laura joined the international group of Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) in 2006 (Sophia, Bulgaria) and is an active member of the Wisconsin MINT group.
To ensure all participants get the most out of these interactive virtual trainings, we ask that everyone be prepared to do the following in every session:
The Great Lakes A/MH/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.