Motivational Interviewing (MI) Training for Educators

March 20, 2026
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Swift Creek High School
222 E 4th Ave
Afton, WY 83110

This interactive, full-day Motivational Interviewing (MI) training is designed for educators seeking practical, skills-based tools to strengthen communication, engagement, and behavior support in school settings.

Motivational Interviewing is a person-centered, evidence-based approach that supports motivation, reduces resistance, and strengthens collaboration. This training emphasizes real-world application and provides opportunities to practice MI skills using realistic classroom and school-based scenarios.

What This Training Includes

• Interactive, skills-based learning focused on practical application
• Demonstrations and real-world examples from common classroom and school settings
• Small-group discussion to support reflection, collaboration, and shared problem-solving
• Guided practice using school-based scenarios to build confidence and real-time application

What You’ll Learn

Participants will develop practical Motivational Interviewing skills, including:

• Practical MI strategies for educators
• Person-centered and trauma-informed communication
• Core MI concepts, including the MI Spirit and OARS skills
• Applying MI to classroom interactions, academic motivation, and behavior support
• Conducting effective conversations with students, colleagues, and families

How You’ll Learn

This training uses an active, participant-centered approach that includes:

• Live demonstrations
• Case examples from school environments
• Guided skill practice
• Structured reflection and discussion

The focus is on building skills that can be used immediately.