Motivation Interview – training course for officers working at Community-based Organizations

On June 15 th and 16 th , 2023, the Vietnam International Technology Transfer Center (V-ITTC), Hanoi Medical University, organized a training course on “Motivational Interviewing” for 30 trainees from community-based organizations (CBOs) under the project of the Vietnam
Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA).

The training course under the guidance and teaching of the faculty team from V-ITTC has helped the trainees gain in-depth knowledge in counseling for drug addiction treatment. This included fundamental counseling knowledge and skills, recognizing stages of behavioral change, as well as guidance on working with diverse clients. Additionally, throughout the learning process, the trainees had the opportunity to practice motivational interviewing in groups, share and exchange practical experiences, discuss difficulties and challenges, and navigate unfavorable situations they might encounter. At the end of the training session, the trainees took a final assessment to receive a certification issued by
Hanoi Medical University.

In the near future, trainees will have the opportunity to work directly with their clients. The V-ITTC faculty team will always be there to support and assist them if necessary.