Credit Available - See CEs/Contact Hours tab below.
Live interactive webinar: Participants will have the opportunity to engage in discussion by unmuting and directly asking questions or through the chat feature in Zoom.
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Motivational Interviewing Certificate Program
Required courses:
A Motivational Interviewing Approach to Client Behavior Change
Beyond the Basics: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Motivational Interviewing (Intermediate Level)
Description: Begin with an introduction to the principles, strategies, and the spirit of the Motivational Interviewing (MI) approach to help clients build commitment and reach a decision to change problematic behaviors. Continue your journey and go beyond the basics of motivational interviewing to explore a trauma-informed approach to motivational interviewing that will prepare you to work with some of your most challenging and trauma-exposed clients in taking action steps towards their goals. Advanced skills will be taught through a trauma lens that can be implemented during all phases of treatment and will highlighting response to conflict and the experiences of marginalized populations.
This certificate program is comprised of the following two courses:
Goals of the certificate program:
Research: Select current research on MI can be found at US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health
Target Audience: social workers, mental health practitioners, creative arts therapists, marriage and facility therapists, psychologists, addiction professionals, case managers, and other interested individuals.
RegistrationRegistration open until: 7/17/23
We are happy to respond to any concerns or questions you may have. Please contact us at by email at sw-ce@buffalo.edu or by phone at 716-829-5841.
ADA Accommodations: If you require any support for your ADA needs in the United States, please contact us by email at least 3 weeks prior to the event by email at sw-ce@buffalo.edu or by phone at 716-829-5841.
University at Buffalo School of Social Work, Office of Continuing Education is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0001. Continuing education contact hours: 12.5 live online contact hours awarded for each course in the program for a total of 25 live online contact hours
University at Buffalo School of Social Work, Office of Continuing Education is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0008. Continuing education contact hours: 12.5 live online contact hours awarded for each course in the program for a total of 25 live online contact hours
University at Buffalo School of Social Work, Office of Continuing Education is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0007. Continuing education contact hours: 12.5 live online contact hours awarded for each course in the program for a total of 25 live online contact hours
University at Buffalo School of Social Work, Office of Continuing Education is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed creative arts therapists #CAT-0003. Continuing education contact hours: 12.5 live online contact hours awarded for each course in the program for a total of 25 live online contact hours
University at Buffalo School of Social Work, Office of Continuing Education is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0062. Continuing education contact hours: 12.5 live online contact hours awarded for each course in the program for a total of 25 live online contact hours
University at Buffalo School of Social Work, Office of Continuing Education, #1773, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. University at Buffalo School of Social Work, Office of Continuing Education maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 02/23/2022 - 02/23/2026. Social workers completing this course receive 25 continuing education credits.
NYS OASAS Provider #0045: 25 hours for 12.5 hours for A Motivational Interviewing Approach to Client Behavior Change and 12.5 hours for Beyond the Basics: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Motivational Interviewing
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Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT, is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the UB School of Social Work. He is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) and completed his dissertation data on the effective training of Motivational Interviewing. He teaches Motivational Interviewing in the UBSSW MSW program and also serves as an international trainer. Todd encourages the use of Motivational Interviewing at the Lighthouse Free Clinic where he serves as a proctor for MSW students who are gaining practice experience.
Justine is a graduate of the University at Buffalo's School of Social Work and the recipent of the 2023 Julian Sojda Memorial Award for demonstrating an extraordinary contributions to addictions practice, addicted trauma survivors, and/or people with coexisting psychiatric disorders. Justine has worked as a CASAC Counselor for Family and Children’s Counseling Services - Oneida County and The Beacon Center.
Justine has a background in counseling, training, and education and is adept at group and individual therapy and providing support to clients with drug and alcohol use disorders. Justine is also passionate about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, and social justice issues.
Required Hardware
- A computer (desktop/laptop) or mobile device (smartphone/tablet).
- Speakers/headphones/earbuds OR access to a phone to call in to the Zoom room.
Strongly Encouraged Hardware
- Webcam or mobile device with a camera for interacting in course activities.
Internet Connection
- A stable Internet connection of 56K or greater is required. (However, please note that a 56K connection may degrade the quality of your experience.)
Any questions about these requirements or other technical questions can be directed to sw-ce@buffalo.edu.
Upon successful registration of the course you will be able to access the course materials.
How do I test my system / access the online training?
To access the program, please log into your account. Please plan to log in 10 minutes prior to the start time. Click on the Launch Viewer button next to your program title to confirm you can see video and hear audio. You will enter the room with your microphone muted and your camera off. For the best experience, please leave these settings as is unless instructed otherwise.
How do I access the course materials
To download course materials, log into your account. Under the seminar name click on the Handouts button.
For some trainings, the course handouts may not be available until the morning of the program.
No partial credit is given for partial attendance.
Live Online Completion Requirements
In order to receive a certificate of completion for this course participants must complete the following.
Please note all requirements can be found in your UBCE21 portal.
- Attend the entire course. Zoom attendance is used to verify viewing requirements. Zoom can take up to 48 hours to confirm attendance. Participation in small group activities is required.
- Document participation codes and respond to poll questions. Single letter participation codes will be displayed throughout the training. Participants must input the codes in the orange "Evaluation & Certificate" button. Participants must record at least 75% of the codes correctly and participate in at least 75% of the polls.
- After the training, complete the evaluation by clicking on the "Evaluation and Certificate" button for this course.
The certificate of completion will be immediately generated in your account upon completion of all course requirements. Certificates may be downloaded, printed, or left in your account.
Cancellation Policy:
Live (In-Person, Online, and Hybrid) Trainings
The cancellation and refund policy below applies to individual courses. If you purchased multiple courses at one time they may be subject to individual processing fees. Participants can make payment or refund inquiries by contacting the Office of Continuing Education by phone 716-829-5844 or by email at sw-ce@buffalo.edu. Standard business hours for the Office of Continuing Education are Monday – Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm. Any requests made outside of these days and times will default to the next business day.
Up to 3 CEs/Contact Hours
3.25 - 5.75 CEs/Contact Hours
6-11.75 CEs/Contact Hours
12 or more CEs/Contact Hours
Online Self-Study Training
Gift Cards
Gift cards can be used as payment toward future trainings. Gift cards never expire.
Loyalty Reward Points
Substitute Attendance
If a registered participant is unable to attend a training and would like another individual to attend in their place the Office of Continuing Education must be called or emailed at least one full business day before the training. Substitution decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Check Refund
Any refund requests for a check payment may take up to 4 weeks to process.
UB Cancelled Trainings
Additional questions and support?
Please email sw-ce@buffalo.edu or call 716-829-5841.
Availability | Module Title | Speaker | CEs/Contact Hours | Course Type | Duration | Course Details |
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Jul 17, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
A Motivational Interviewing Approach to Client Behavior Change (Live Online)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
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N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Jul 18, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
A Motivational Interviewing Approach to Client Behavior Change (Live Online)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
|
N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Jul 19, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
A Motivational Interviewing Approach to Client Behavior Change (Live Online)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
|
N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Jul 20, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
A Motivational Interviewing Approach to Client Behavior Change (Live Online)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
|
N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Jul 21, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
A Motivational Interviewing Approach to Client Behavior Change (Live Online)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
|
N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Aug 07, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
8.7.23: Beyond the Basics: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Motivational Interviewing (Intermediate Level)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
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N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Aug 08, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
8.8.23: Beyond the Basics: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Motivational Interviewing (Intermediate Level)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
|
N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Aug 09, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
8.9.23: Beyond the Basics: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Motivational Interviewing (Intermediate Level)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
|
N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Aug 10, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
8.10.23: Beyond the Basics: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Motivational Interviewing (Intermediate Level)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
|
N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |
Aug 11, 2023 @ 09:00 AM (EDT) |
8.11.23: Beyond the Basics: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Motivational Interviewing (Intermediate Level)
|
Todd Sage, PhD, LMSW, MAC, CASAC II, MINT
Justine O'Brien, MSW, CASAC-II
|
N/A | Live Online (Webinar) | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | More info » |