Motivational Interviewing for the lactation professional!
How we communicate with our clients is important. Using communication techniques that promote respect and autonomy can greatly increase the ability of different types of people to find commonalities.
Motivational Interviewing is a communication style that allows each client to reveal their unique situation and have the health care provider respond in a way that is genuine and tailored to that particular mother and baby. Everyone wants to be understood. Avoiding common mistakes such as making false assumptions are avoided when we allow each client to tell their story in their own way.
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The learner will be able to identify three areas where communication commonly breaks down.
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The learner will be able to define what Motivational Interviewing is and how it can be helpful in helping mothers reach their breastfeeding goals.
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The learner will be able to utilize two of the four elements of Motivational Interviewing and explain how they relate to lactation help.
This course was created by Master Educator, Barbara D. Robertson, MA, IBCLC, LLL who has been practicing and learning about Motivational Interviewing for over 10 years.
Cost is $69 for 5 L-CERPs
9 lessons
3 assignments
1 quiz
Fulfills 5 hours "communication skills" required to become or re-certify as an IBCLC
You will have access to the course for 6 weeks after your purchase
Cancellation and Refund Policy: There are no refunds for this course.
Make-Up Policy: You will have 60 days to complete the course. If you are not able to complete the course by the deadline, reach out to us to request an extension for a fee. Illness, family emergencies, and so on, are not our responsibility but we will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your situation.
Completion Policy. In order to provide you with proof of having completed the L-CERPs and certificate requirements, you will need to complete all assignments and quizzes in their entirety. Should you become unable to complete a training you have started, the Make-Up Policy (above) will apply.