Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing for Primary Care – Practical, Patient‑Centred Communication Training
This Motivational Interviewing for Primary Care course supports healthcare professionals who want to strengthen patient‑centred communication skills and enhance behaviour‑change conversations. Moreover, the session provides a clear, practical and evidence‑based introduction, helping clinicians understand the value of motivational interviewing and apply it confidently within everyday consultations. Every element focuses on improving engagement, supporting autonomy and encouraging sustainable lifestyle change.
Additionally, delegates explore practical strategies that empower patients to take control of their health decisions. The session highlights how motivational interviewing shifts the focus from instruction to collaboration, allowing clinicians to guide patients through ambivalence and build readiness for change. Consequently, participants gain stronger clarity on how to support meaningful progress within a standard ten‑minute appointment.
Throughout the course, delegates examine how personality types influence communication and outcomes. Furthermore, the session emphasises flexible techniques, enabling clinicians to adapt their approach to different patient styles, preferences and levels of motivation. This personalised method strengthens rapport, improves adherence and supports shared decision‑making across long‑term condition management.
The training uses real‑world examples and simple frameworks. As a result, delegates strengthen their ability to ask effective questions, listen actively and respond in ways that encourage patient ownership. The session also highlights how motivational interviewing enhances consultations involving lifestyle change, chronic disease management and behaviour‑focused interventions.
This course blends practical tools with evidence‑based guidance. Therefore, delegates leave with improved confidence, stronger communication skills and a deeper understanding of how motivational interviewing supports safe, effective and person‑centred care in primary care
Course Content
- Recognising the value of motivational interviewing in consultations
- Implementing strategies that place the patient in control
- Techniques suitable for a ten‑minute primary care consultation
- Understanding how personality types influence communication and outcomes
Who Should Attend
Ideal for nurses, HCSWs, GPs, ACPs and allied health professionals delivering lifestyle, long‑term condition and behaviour‑change interventions.
