Acceptability and competency of motivational interviewing (MI) training in a nursing program

IF 2.5 Q2 NURSING

Teaching and Learning in Nursing Pub Date : 2026-10-01 Epub Date: 2026-06-28 DOI:10.1016/j.teln.2026.06.003

Grace Koons RN, BSN, Kimberly A. Williams DNS, PMHNP-BC, ANP-BC, PHNA-BC, FAANP, Kathleen T. McCoy DNSc, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP, Bettina Riley PhD, RN, FAAS

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Abstract

Background

Motivational interviewing (MI) is an approach for positive patient-centered nursing care. MI has been increasing in healthcare while incorporation into nursing curricula has been slow.

Aims

The pilot study aimed to determine competency and MI acceptability among nursing students.

Methods

It utilized a descriptive, quasi-experimental one-group posttest survey method to assess MI acceptability/competency. Participants enrolled in an online platform and attended 4 hours of coaching by an MI trainer.

Results

Data was analyzed and assessed for degree and pattern. Descriptive statistics were computed for all major variables. MI competency was evaluated using the MITI 4.2.1 competency assessment.

Conclusions

Nine nursing students participated, four prelicensed and five graduate. MITI aggregate scores of 3.05 demonstrated the movement towards or at competency. All participants reported MI to be acceptable for use in nursing education and future practice. MI training into nursing curricula can enhance positive patient-centered care and patient health outcomes.

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护理项目中动机性访谈（MI）培训的可接受性和胜任性

动机访谈（MI）是一种以患者为中心的积极护理方法。在医疗保健领域，MI一直在增加，而将其纳入护理课程的进展缓慢。目的本初步研究旨在确定护理专业学生的胜任能力和对MI的接受程度。方法采用描述性、准实验性的单组后测问卷调查方法评估心肌梗死的可接受性/胜任性。参与者注册了一个在线平台，并参加了一个MI培训师4小时的指导。结果对数据进行程度和模式分析和评价。对所有主要变量进行描述性统计。运用MITI 4.2.1胜任力评估对MI胜任力进行评估。结论9名护理专业学生参加了本次调查，其中4名预科生，5名研究生。MITI总得分为3.05，显示了向能力或能力的移动。所有参与者报告MI可用于护理教育和未来实践。将心梗培训纳入护理课程可以增强积极的以患者为中心的护理和患者健康结果。

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来源期刊

Teaching and Learning in Nursing NURSING-

CiteScore

2.60

自引率

10.50%

发文量

119

审稿时长

37 days

期刊介绍： Teaching and Learning in Nursing is the Official Journal of the National Organization of Associate Degree Nursing. The journal is dedicated to the advancement of Associate Degree Nursing education and practice, and promotes collaboration in charting the future of health care education and delivery. Topics include: - Managing Different Learning Styles - New Faculty Mentoring - Legal Issues - Research - Legislative Issues - Instructional Design Strategies - Leadership, Management Roles - Unique Funding for Programs and Faculty