What is Motivational Interviewing?

Motivation Interviewing (MI) was developed by Drs Stephen Rollnick and William R. Miller is a goal directed counselling style that helps people resolve internal ambivalence and find the necessary motivation to instil positive behaviour change. This evidence-based treatment method is now being used in more than 50 languages around the world and has been tested in over one thousand clinical trials.

How do your Motivational Interviewing courses differ from the workshops?

The online courses are equivalent to multi-day live workshops. Essentially, the content for both the online courses and the workshops are the same. However with our online courses, there’s more opportunity to dive into the content, take advantage of the bonus material and ask questions for William Miller, Stephen Rollnick, and the trainers in our interactive forum.

Which Motivational Interviewing course should I take?

We recommend you start with our Motivational Interviewing - Foundational course or our Motivational Interviewing in Healthcare course if you work in the healthcare field. Our Motivational Interviewing for Addiction course is an advanced level course and suitable for anyone who has completed either the Foundational or Healthcare course. Motivational Interviewing can be used in many areas including counselling and psychotherapy, health care, social work, corrections, education and sport.

What professions can use Motivational Interviewing?

Motivational Interviewing can be used in many areas including counselling and psychotherapy, health care, social work, corrections, education and sport.

Is there certification for Motivational Interviewing?

At this time, there is no Motivational Interviewing certification process. Therapists can train in Motivational Interviewing and continue to learn more through workshops, online courses, books, networking, joining Motivational Interviewing organizations etc. You can also be listed as ‘Motivational Interviewing Trained’ on therapist databases.

How do your courses work?

We offer two types of courses: Courses with Expert Support and Self-Directed Courses. Courses with Expert Support: These courses run on intakes and have scheduled start dates throughout the year. The first week of course material is released at midnight PST on course start date. You'll receive a welcome email with information on how to log in and get started. Each subsequent week, new content is released, with the learning experiences designed to be completed sequentially (no skipping ahead!), allowing you time to practice new skills as you learn. Throughout the course, you can log into your Psychwire account from anywhere, at any time, allowing you to learn at your own pace. There's no need to be online at a specific time but we recommend setting aside 2 - 3 hours per week, depending on your course, to stay up to date. Expert support is provided through our interactive online forum. You'll be able to ask questions and share experiences with expert trainers and your fellow course participants. You'll also have access to the course library filled with additional resources, and bonus content designed to enrich your learning experience. At the end of the course content, there is an additional grace period of at least one month for review access. You can use this time to catch up on the course or dig deeper into some of the topics we have covered. The course card in My Dashboard will let you know how much course access you still have available. Self-Directed Courses: Self-directed courses are available immediately - you don't need to wait for a start date! You can log in and begin learning at a time that suits you, progressing through course at your own pace. You'll have access to a library packed with downloadable resources, and each course contains bonus 'dig deeper' content designed to enrich your learning experience. Throughout the course you can log into your Psychwire account from anywhere at any time and there's no need to be online at a specific time. Certificates will be available for download in My Dashboard after all content has been completed, and for CE Certificates, if all requirements have been met.

Do I need to be online at a specific time?

You don't need to be online at a specific time! You can log in and out at a time that suits you and learn at your own pace. If your course has a forum, trainers will be online throughout the week to answer questions, but please allow a couple of days for your questions to be answered.

What happens if I miss a week or fall behind?

All our courses are self-paced. If you miss a week, or fall behind, don't worry. You can catch up at a time that suits you! Each course has 12 months access, and this bonus time can be used to catch up on any missed work. You can find out when your course access finishes by looking in "My Dashboard." If you are experiencing extenuating circumstances, you may be eligible for a deferral. Please contact us via the chat icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com .

How much time should I dedicate to the course?

Course with Expert Support: We recommend setting aside 2-3 hours per week to stay up to date with the weekly released work. However, if you fall behind or miss a week, don't worry. You will have access to the course for 12 months, which provides plenty of time to catch up on any missed work, and dive into bonus material. Self-Directed Course: You will have access to the course for 12 months. We recommend scheduling some time each week to dive into the course and practice your new skills. You can choose the amount of time per week that fits your schedule. However, with 12 months access, there is ample time to complete the course and revise the content you really enjoyed. Please note, we are unable to provide extensions. We encourage all participants to be mindful of when their course access ends to ensure they have ample of time to complete the course. You can find out when your course access finishes in "My Dashboard".

How does the forum work?

The forum is designed to provide you with expert support as you learn. You can ask questions about the course material and share experiences as you develop new skills. Both the trainers and your fellow course participants can reply, providing a rich community of learners. The trainers will be online during the week to answer questions, but please allow a few days for replies. Just note that trainers are active in the forum during the course, but not during the extra access period at the end of your course. We will notify you via email when the forum is closing.

Can I repeat a course?

You are welcome to repeat a course. As a bonus, Psychwire can offer a 50% discount off the recommended retail price to repeating participants. Find out more by clicking the message icon at the bottom right of your screen or emailing support@psychwire.com .

What equipment do I need to complete a course?

A computer - please note your experience will be better on a computer as our courses are not optimized for mobile at this stage. Internet connection - we recommend updating so you have the latest version of your internet browser. Headphones or speaker to listen to course content. Optional: Specialised PDF viewer such as Adobe. Printer to print any library documents.

What certificate/s will I receive?

Each participant who has completed the course in full will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. If you’ve completed at least 75% of the course, you’ll be given a Letter of Participation. CE/CME Certificates will be awarded if the following criteria has been met: 1. You have an overall quiz score of 80%. Quiz questions from the entire course are included in this overall total. Any pre-test quizzes are practice only and are not included in your overall total. You must answer the question correctly within three attempts. 2. The course must be completed in full. 3. Payment of a non-refundable $20 USD processing fee has been made prior to completion of your course. 4. Submission of post-course evaluation form.

How can I get a copy of my certificate/s?

Certificates are available for download in "My Dashboard." Once they have been processed, you will receive an email letting you know they are ready. You can log in at your convenience and download. For courses completed prior to 2022, please contact support for you copy via the message icon at the bottom right of your screen, or email support@psychwire.com .

What is a CE/CME Credit?

The United States of America and Canada require health professionals to accrue CE/CME (Continuing Education) credits in order to maintain their licenses or registrations. These credits are gained through approved educational activities which serve to develop professional knowledge and performance. CE/CME Credit certificates are submitted to licensing guilds within the U.S.A. and Canada. Please check the Learner Notifications found in the course Frequently Asked Questions for further information about approved state boards.

How can I obtain CE/CME credits?

Here's how you can obtain CE/Credits for your course: Add CE/CMEs at checkout when enrolling/purchasing a course, or reach out to support@psychwire.com , before your course access ends, to purchase CE/CME credits. Complete your course in full. Achieve an overall quiz score of at least 80% across all quiz questions in your course (any practice quiz questions are not included!). Submit a post-course evaluation form at the end of your course. Please note that we can't add CE/CME credits after your course access has ended. If you need help or further instructions, our team is here to help. Please contact us via the chat icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com .

Tell me more about quiz questions and score calculations in your courses

Tell me about the quizzes: Quizzes are found at the end of each week or section in your course. An overall quiz score of 80% or higher is required in order to receive CE/CME credits. All quiz questions in the course are counted towards your overall score, except practice quizzes. We'll let you know if you're taking a practice quiz! Most questions are multiple choice with some true/false. Tell me what happens if I get a question wrong: You have three attempts to answer a multiple choice question correctly. True/False questions have one attempt. If you can't answer the question correctly within these requirements, your answer will be marked as incorrect. * Please note that we cannot offer makeup exams, as per the requirements of our certifying board for CE/CME Credits. How is the overall score calculated? Each weekly or section quiz contributes to your overall score. At the end of the course, your total is calculated. For example, 56 out of 70 equals 80%. An overall quiz score of 80% or higher is required to receive CE/CME credits.

How much of my course do I need to complete to earn a certificate?

The certificate you will be awarded is dependent on your course progress. For CE/CME Certificates, you must meet all other requirements, listed below. Each participant who has completed the course in full will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. If you’ve completed at least 75% of the course, you’ll be given a Letter of Participation. CE/CME Certificates will be awarded if the following criteria has been met: 1. You have an overall quiz score of 80%. Quiz questions from the entire course are included in this overall total. Any pre-test quizzes are practice only and are not included in your overall total. You must answer the question correctly within three attempts. 2. The course must be completed in full. 3. Payment of a non-refundable $20 USD processing fee has been made prior to completion of your course. 4. Submission of post-course evaluation form.

Is this course approved for CPD in Australia?

AHPRA is the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and governs multiple occupations including psychologists, doctors and nurses. The different governing bodies under the AHPRA umbrella have their own specific set of guidelines to be followed by their members, and educational institutions such as Psychwire are not involved in this process. The AHPRA website has further information about CPD here: https://www.ahpra.gov.au/Education/Continuing-Professional-Development.aspx You can contact AHPRA directly about your continuing professional development here: http://www.ahpra.gov.au/About-AHPRA/Contact-Us.aspx

CPD approval for UK Health Coaches Association

The Motivational Interviewing in Health Care course is approved by the UK Health Coaches Association for the purposes of Continuing Professional Development (CPD). For more information please go to the UK Health Coaches Association website.

Can I enroll if the course has already started?

Registrations will stay open for one week after the course has started. However, our courses launch throughout the year so if you’ve missed the first week, you can register for the next course offering. Check out our webpage for up to date information about course start dates psychwire.com or subscribe to our newsletter to hear about the latest course offerings.

Can I defer the course?

Before your course begins: We're happy to help if you can't attend the current intake. Please contact our customer service once your enrollment is finalized, and we can enroll you in the intake of your choice. During your course: If you find yourself falling behind and don't think you'll be able to finish your course, please fill in the form here and we can discuss your options. You can also contact us by the chat icon at the bottom of your screen, or by emailing us support@psychwire.com .

What's your refund and cancellation policy?

If you’re unsatisfied or you’re unable to complete the course, we’re able to provide a full refund, providing you let us know within seven days of the course beginning. After this time, if you’re unsatisfied, please contact the customer service team and we’ll work with you directly to resolve your issue. If you’re facing difficult extenuating circumstances, please contact our customer service team as we may be able to defer you to a later intake. If Psychwire Australia PTY LTD has to delay the start date of a course, all registrants will be notified by email and you’ll be given an opportunity to request a refund. If a course is cancelled, participants will be notified by email and full refunds will be given. To request a refund or deferral, please contact us via the chat icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com .

How do I find out about enrolling my workplace or large group?

Our support team is happy to help. You can fill out the form found here and one of the team will be in contact or email support@psychwire.com and we’ll run through the options that would work best for you.

Do you have special rates for groups?

We provide discounts for groups over 10. For more information, please fill out the form found here and one of the team will be in contact with a customized quote. You can also contact us via email support@psychwire.com for group and organizational rates.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept the following payment options: Payment via bank (Local or International wire transfer) Credit or Debit card payment - Visa, MasterCard, and American Express Google Pay Apple Pay If you would like to make a payment through your bank, we can provide you with an invoice. Please fill out the form found here and one of the team will send you an invoice directly.

Is it safe to pay online?

Absolutely - our online payments are processed by Braintree ( https://www.braintreepayments.com/au/features/data-security ). You can feel confident knowing your payment information is secure.

Why was I charged a foreign transaction fee?

Psychwire Pty Limited is located in Australia where we produce and distribute the online courses. For this reason, your transaction is processed in Australia. On rare occasions, a foreign transaction fee is charged by your issuing bank. Unfortunately, we cannot provide any details on the amount of the fee and whether it will be applied as this fee is NOT charged by Psychwire. The vast majority of our international sales have not incurred a fee at all, with only a very small percentage receiving a minor charge. Psychwire Pty Ltd does not hold responsibility for this charge and if you are charged a foreign transaction fee, please contact your bank directly.

How do I log into my course?

The login button is located at the top right hand corner of the page. Log in using the email you used at the time of enrollment or purchase. If you have forgotten your password, you can reset it here: https://psychwire.com/forgot-password . Click on "My Dashboard" to see your available course/s. We will send you a welcome email when your course starts. This email contains information on how to get started as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. If you are unable to locate your welcome email, please check your junk/spam folder, as it may have been redirected there. Please note, your Psychwire account is linked to the email address used at the time of purchase or enrollment. If you are unsure of the email address linked to your Psychwire account, please contact our customer support team. We will ask you to provide either your order reference number or invoice number. Our customer support can be reached by clicking the chat icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com . We are here to assist you.

I forgot which email I used to set up my account

If you are unsure of the email address linked to your Psychwire account, please contact our customer support team. We will ask you to provide either your order reference number or invoice number. Our customer support can be reached by clicking the chat icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com . We are here to assist you.

Why are there no courses in My Dashboard?

If you have logged into your Psychwire account and there are no courses displayed in "My Dashboard," please check the following: Are you using the same email address when you enrolled in your course? Your course access is linked to the account used when you purchased or enrolled in your course. If you have logged into your Psychwire account using a different email address, please log out and log in again with the same email address used when registering. If you are unsure of the email address linked to your Psychwire account, please contact our customer support team. We will ask you to provide either your order reference number or invoice number. Our customer support can be reached by clicking the chat icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com . We are here to assist you. To set/reset your password, please click here: https://psychwire.com/forgot-password . Has your course access ended? Our Intake Courses run for a period of 4 – 8 weeks, depending on the course. After all content is released, there is an additional grace period where the entire course is available for review. You can use this time to catch up on the course or dig deeper into some of the topics we have covered. The course card in "My Dashboard" will keep you up to date with how much time you have available. Have you enrolled in your course? Don't forget that you have to enroll yourself if someone else has purchased a course for you. You will have been sent an email with information about how to enroll in your course. Please check your junk/ spam folder to make sure this email hasn't been redirected there. If after reviewing the information above you still require assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our customer support and we would be happy to assist. Our customer support can be reached by clicking the chat icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com .

I have forgotten my password

You can reset your password here https://psychwire.com/forgot-password . You will be sent an email with instructions on how to reset your password. Please use the email linked to your Psychwire account when resetting your password. If you are unsure of the email address linked to your Psychwire account, please contact our customer support team. We will ask you to provide either your order reference number or invoice number. Our customer support can be reached by clicking the chat icon on the bottom right-hand corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com . We are here to assist you.

I haven’t received an email regarding the start of my course

At midnight PST/PDT on the course commencement date, you will receive a Welcome email with information on how to get started and what to expect in the coming weeks. If you are unable to locate your Welcome email, please check your spam/junk folder as it might have been redirected there. Once your course is available, you can log into "My Dashboard" at any time to access.

Learner Notification for Motivational Interviewing for Addiction

View the Learner Notification for Motivational Interviewing for Addiction here .

Learner Notification for Motivational Interviewing - Foundational

View the Learner Notification for Motivational Interviewing - Foundational here .

Learner Notification for Motivational Interviewing in Health Care

View the Learner Notification for Motivational Interviewing in Health Care here .

CE Credit purchase link - Motivational Interviewing in Health Care

Click here to purchase CE Credits for Motivational Interviewing in Health Care.

CE Credit purchase link - Motivational Interviewing for Addiction

Click here to purchase CE credits for Motivational Interviewing for Addiction.

CE Credit purchase link - Motivational Interviewing - Foundational

Click here to purchase CE Credits for Motivational Interviewing - Foundational.

Who can I contact for tech support?

The Psychwire support team is here to help. Click the message icon at the bottom of the right of your screen or email us support@psychwire.com .

Is customer support available 24/7?

While customer support is not available 24/7, our support team will reply within 24 hours. You can contact support via the chat icon on the bottom right corner of the website or via email at support@psychwire.com .

How can I contact customer service?

To contact support, click the message icon at the bottom of the right of your screen or email us support@psychwire.com .

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