Certificate Program Description:

Program Overview
This virtual certificate program provides resources, information, and practice opportunities to build competence in Motivational Interviewing (MI). Through experiential learning activities, feedback, and coaching, participants will strengthen both their understanding of MI concepts and their ability to apply MI skills in practice.

Format and Schedule
The program is designed with working professionals in mind. It combines asynchronous coursework with daytime and evening online classes, using a variety of teaching methods to support engagement, flexibility, and skill development. The schedule for classes is published (see dates and times noted in application) so you can plan for participation.

Assessment and Skill Development
Participants will complete MI-focused simulated client interactions using a virtual avatar client. These interactions will be completed both before the first virtual class, and again after completing the program. These assessments provide a measure of growth in MI knowledge and foundational skills.

Topics and Audience
The curriculum covers topics ranging from core MI concepts to working with the “mandated client.” It is appropriate for social workers and other health science or human service professionals with varying levels of prior MI knowledge and experience.

Sessions on ethics, supervision, and leadership also make the program relevant for social workers in direct practice, administration, or management roles and makes it an effective option for obtaining CEs necessary for licensure renewal.

Participation and Trainer
To maximize individualized feedback and coaching, enrollment is limited to 40 participants. Only enrolled participants may attend program sessions.

Lead Trainer: Mary Hodorowicz, PhD, MSW, LCSW-C, Member of MINT (Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers)

Please note: This is a continuing education certificate program in Motivational Interviewing. It does not constitute membership in MINT (Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers) or “MI certification.” Depending on participant success and engagement, mentorship toward applying for MINT membership may be available.

Application:

Dear Applicant:

Thank you for applying to the Motivational Interviewing (MI) Certificate Program.  The University of Maryland, School of Social Work is committed to lifelong learning. As you complete the application, be certain that you understand the requirements. The $50 application fee is non-refundable and the application deadline is Friday, March 6, 2027

You will be notified of your acceptance by Wednesday, March 10, 2027; the first payment will be due on this date. 

 

 

Please submit the following with your application:

• A copy of your Professional License (if applicable)
• An updated copy of your Resume/CV
• Personal Statement (Please describe your current professional position and briefly indicate why you would like to be selected and how you think the certificate program will strengthen your work with clients. If you are not currently licensed or practicing, please briefly describe why you are interested in the program and how you feel the program will strengthen your professional capacity.

Personal Information

Class Dates and Times:

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**The Pre/Post Tests are mandatory to complete the program. 

Attendance: Failure to attend the appropriate number of classes will result in a participant being dismissed from the Certificate program. Participants are allowed to miss one class throughout the program. Any missed class time will result in a reduction of CEs.

Payment Schedule:

Applicants may choose to pay for the entire program upfront or enroll in our four-payment plan. The total program cost is $1,400 when paid in full. A four-payment plan is also available for an additional fee. Once you enroll in the payment plan, you are responsible for the full cost of the program. All payments are nonrefundable.

 Payment Plan is $1550
 

Payment Date
Payment One: March 10th	$550
Payment Two: April 14th	$350
Payment Three: May 19th	$325
Payment Four: June 9th	$325

 

 

Signature:

I do hereby affirm that all statements made herewith are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.  By signing this form, I am stating that I understand and will adhere to the standards outlined.