'Basic Interviewing, Counseling, and Communication' examined in webinar

The Michigan Judicial Institute will present a “Basic Interviewing, Counseling, and Communication Techniques Webinar” Tuesday through Thursday, April 25-27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day via Zoom.

This webinar is mandatory for all family division/juvenile court staff requiring certification. It is held pursuant to Michigan Supreme Court Administrative Order No. 1985-5, which states, in part: “A probation officer/caseworker ... must complete the Michigan Judicial Institute certification training for juvenile court staff within two years after date of employment.” (Administrative Order No. 1985-5, § I.C.1.b.1.)

Speaking at the webinar will be Dr. Kathleen Bailey, Dr. Dara Psarouthakis, Sabrina Sylvain, Dr. Kristen Capps Umphlet, and Dr. Rita Cameron Wedding.

To register for the webinar, visit https://mjieducation.mi.gov and scroll down to “Upcoming MJI Events.” Once registration is approved by MJI, attendees will receive a confirmation e-mail from Zoom with login information.