Level 1: Foundations of MI
Build essential skills in Motivational Interviewing.Â
Develop core Motivational Interviewing skills in this introductory 12-hour program. The course is offered either as four 3-hour, facilitator-led virtual sessions or as an intensive 2-day in-person training.Â
Participants are introduced to the foundational elements of MI, including its guiding principles, the spirit of MI, OARS communication skills, and the Four Processes of Motivational Interviewing. This level is well suited for practitioners who are new to MI, as well as those seeking to refresh or strengthen their foundational practice.
MI in Groups: Applying Motivational Interviewing in Group Settings
This program focuses on applying Motivational Interviewing in group-based financial education, coaching, and wellbeing programs. Participants learn how to adapt MI skills to facilitated group environments, using structured interaction to support engagement, address ambivalence, and encourage meaningful behavior change.
Designed for practitioners working in workshops, group coaching, and community or workplace programs.
Prerequisite: Foundational MI knowledge recommendedÂ
Applied MI for Financial Educators and Coaches
This applied program builds on the Foundations of MI training and is designed for financial educators, counselors, and coaches working in real-world financial conversations. Participants learn how to apply Motivational Interviewing with confidence across common financial contexts, including budgeting, savings, debt, and goal-setting.
 The course emphasizes practical application through guided practice, financial-specific scenarios, and MI-consistent language—supporting more effective engagement, reduced resistance, and stronger follow-through in financial behavior change work.Â
Prerequisite: Foundations of Motivational Interviewing.Â
Economic Reality:
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Understanding how global events, inflation, and rising living costs influence household finances.
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Cultural and Social Influences: Recognizing how cultural values—such as utang na loob, pakikisama, and hiya—as well as social expectations can influence financial decisions.
Practical Financial Strategies: Learning practical tools to manage rising costs, respond to financial requests, and set healthy financial boundaries
Financial Resilience Plan: Developing a simple plan to strengthen financial resilience using practical behavioral tools.
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Global events such as geopolitical tensions, supply disruptions, and rising energy prices are increasingly shaping the cost of everyday living. These developments can quickly translate into higher household expenses, placing additional pressure on employees’ financial wellbeing.
During periods of economic uncertainty, f inancial stress can affect focus, wellbeing, and productivity at work.
This interactive session helps employees understand how global economic developments influence everyday finances and provides practical tools to strengthen financial resilience.