Online Learning with CCMI

The goal of this course is to build practical skills for effective and efficient communication about decision-making in a compassionate way. Skills include using Ask-Offer-Ask for giving information and advice, teach-back for shared understanding, and the BRAIN worksheet to support informed decision making.   Activities include interactive learning modules, learning checks, and assignments to be submitted and reviewed by an instructor. The course takes approximately 1.5-3 hours, but you will be able to work at your own pace and have access to the course for 30 days.   This course is appropriate for wide range of professionals and peer helpers Read more

Brief Action Planning is a self-management support approach to help people make action plans to address the aspects of their health or situation that are most important to them. It is practical and highly structured, and involves using an algorithm to guide someone step-by-step through deciding whether they want to make a plan, developing a SMART plan, assessing their confidence, problem-solving if necessary, and planning their follow-up. Each step of the process is carefully considered and is based on the literature and evolving understanding of what works and doesn’t work to help people change. Visit CCMI's website for more information about Brief Action Planning.   This course includes the following content: 5 Learning Modules 4 Learning Checks Practice and Feedback sessions (1 hour)  It takes approximately 4-6 hours, and you will have 60 days from enrollment to complete the course.   What learners are saying: “Thank you so much for the opportunity to take this course. I feel it was structured and delivered extremely well and I am really happy I took it. I’m looking forward to using BAP in my practice and sharing what I have learned with my team.” “This course is very well done – the information is very clear, the exercises are very helpful, and the handouts are very useful. Thank you!” “It’s very dynamic and clear for the students. I love it.”   If you have any questions about the content or technical aspects of the course, please write to us at [email protected] Read more

Learning Brief Action Planning (BAP) is like learning any practical skill, it takes more than reading about it. These private 30-minute practice sessions give you a chance to apply BAP with support and guidance from a trained expert. Whether you’re fresh from a workshop or brushing up after time away, our 1-on-1 calls are designed to reinforce key BAP skills and improve your confidence in real-world conversations.   This listing is for one 30-minute practice and feedback zoom session with a CCMI trainer, to be completed within 60 days of purchase.    What You’ll Get Each session is personalized and built around your needs. Common formats include: Role play: The trainer plays the role of someone ready to make an action plan. You’ll guide the conversation using the BAP Flow Chart and/or Guide. After the role play, you’ll receive specific, actionable feedback. Clarify BAP concepts: Revisit and discuss topics from your training, ask questions, and see a brief demo or explanation before practicing the skill yourself. Case study discussion: Bring a real or hypothetical client scenario where you feel “stuck.” Your trainer will help you explore how BAP principles can be applied. Your idea: These sessions are flexible. If you have a unique learning goal or format in mind, we’re happy to work with you.   To purchase multiple sessions, please contact [email protected] Read more

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a skill and like any skill, it improves with intentional practice. Whether you’re preparing for a coaching role, trying to stay sharp after a workshop, or navigating a complex client conversation, practice and feedback sessions offer targeted feedback from a CCMI trainer.   This listing is for one 30-minute practice and feedback zoom session with a CCMI trainer, to be completed within 60 days of purchase.    What You’ll Get Each session is tailored to your goals. You may choose to: Refine a specific MI skill (e.g. using complex reflections or developing change talk) Discuss a challenging client scenario where you’re feeling stuck Role play with your trainer as a patient/client and receive targeted feedback Ask follow-up questions related to a course or workshop you’ve completed Explore new techniques or areas where you want more clarity These private sessions are practical, focused, and built around your learning needs.   To purchase multiple sessions, please contact [email protected] Read more

What You’ll Learn This course is focused on building an understanding of the spirit of MI and developing core skills, including using OARS (open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries), responding to the way people talk about change, helping people to make Brief Action Plans, and understanding ‘resistance’. The course includes interactive online exercises and 1-1 practice and feedback sessions with Motivational Interviewing professionals. About the Course Self-paced content: Complete the majority of the coursework at your own pace online. Practice and Feedback: Engage in 3 x 30-minute sessions with expert trainers to refine your skills. Sessions are held on zoom.  Completion time: The course takes approximately 16-18 hours to complete. You will have access to the course for 90 days from the start date.   If you have any questions about the course, feel free to email us at [email protected] — we're happy to help. Plus, we offer group discounts, so let us know if you're interested! Read more

MI skills demonstrations are an opportunity to record an interaction with a CCMI trainer acting as a standardized patient/client. Each session is 30-minutes, and the conversation is spontaneous. The purpose is to demonstrate the breadth and depth of your use of MI skills and strategies. Afterwards, you will receive a copy of the recording, along with a self-reflection form.  Learning MI is a journey. We all start out at different places and proceed at a pace that works for us. Knowing where you are on your journey, just like knowing where you are on the map, helps you recognize how far you’ve come and consider where you want to go.    Note: This course listing is for a skills demonstration recording only. Skills demonstration can be purchased alone or in combination with coding and coaching. Skills demonstration, coding, and coaching Skills demonstration and coding Read more