The Power of Empathy, Values, & Motivation in the VR Process (2024)
Course Description:
Kelly Franklin, Director of the VR Projects and Services at the Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation at the University of Washington, discusses person-centered concepts and motivational interviewing strategies in working with persons with disabilities in the vocational rehabilitation (VR) process. The course includes Kelly's video discussion followed by a quiz to establish completion.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.
- Describe at least three evidence-based concepts from Motivational Interviewing in engaging clients.
- Understand the importance of empathy in the engagement process.
- Define and describe the importance of self-efficacy in relation to long-term behavior change.
- Recall at least five strategies in working with clients toward long-term change.
Who Should Take This Course:
- VR professionals
- Counselors
- Social workers
- Healthcare providers
About the Presenter:
Kelly Franklin is well-known in the Northwest Vocational Rehabilitation community, with over 30 years of experience as a VR counselor, administrator, and educator. She has worked with state agencies in Oregon and Washington, and has held national roles with various governmental and non-profit agencies. Kelly earned her M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling from Western Oregon University and has participated in bodies such as Workforce Boards and Tribal Advisory Committees.
Enroll Now:
Gain insights into person-centered concepts and motivational interviewing strategies. Enroll in The Power of Empathy, Values, & Motivation in the VR Process (2024) today and earn a certificate of completion or CRC credits.
You will be prompted to complete a quiz at the end of the training and must pass with 90% accuracy to satisfy requirements for a Certificate of Completion and/or CRC Certificate.