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      Expand your coaching toolbox with an emotional intelligence assessment

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      Emotional Quotient-Inventory™ (EQ-i) 2.0 Certification

      A 2-day live virtual program for iPEC coaches to deepen their impact with a research-backed assessment, that adds another dimension to awareness and development.

      icon_live Class Dates: March 4–5, 2026
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      Early Bird Pricing Through February 18
      $ 2,247
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      What is the EQ-i 2.0?

      The EQ-i 2.0 is a widely recognized emotional intelligence assessment used across coaching, leadership development, and organizational psychology. 

      Developed by MHS (Multi-Health Systems), it provides research-based insight into how individuals perceive emotions, regulate themselves, relate to others, and navigate stress and decision-making. 

      This 2-day certification program qualifies you to administer and interpret both the EQ-i 2.0 (self-assessment) and EQ-360 (multi-rater assessment), expanding your ability to support clients through structured emotional intelligence work. The program delivers the official MHS certification curriculum with thoughtful integration that aligns with iPEC's coaching philosophy.

      How EQ-i 2.0 Complements Energy Leadership® and the ELI

      Energy Leadership® and the EQ-i 2.0 both support self-awareness and growth through different, aligned pathways. The EQ-i 2.0 doesn't replace Energy Leadership® or the ELI Assessment —it offers a complementary lens into emotional intelligence skills that enhances the work you're already doing.

       
       
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      Focuses on

      		 Self-awareness, energy, and conscious choice Emotional and relational skill development 

      Best for

      		 Transformational coaching, personal development, awareness of inner blocks Skills-based development, leadership coaching, organizational contexts 

      When to use

      		 Exploring energy patterns, consciousness shifts, and identifying inner obstacles to growth Measuring specific emotional intelligence competencies, skills-based feedback, performance benchmarking

      Energy Leadership® and the ELI

      Focuses on: Self-awareness, energy, and conscious choice

      Best for: Transformational coaching, personal development, awareness of inner blocks

       When to use: Exploring energy patterns, consciousness shifts, and identifying inner obstacles to growth


      EQ-i 2.0 & EQ-360

      Focuses on: Emotional and relational skill development

      Best for: Skills-based development, leadership coaching, organizational contexts

       When to use: Measuring specific emotional intelligence competencies, skills-based feedback, performance benchmarking

      WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

      In this certification program, you'll:

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      Understand the core components of emotional intelligence 

      Explore the 5 composite areas and 15 subscales of the EQ-i 2.0 framework—from self-perception and emotional expression to interpersonal relationships, decision-making under pressure, and stress management.

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      Administer and interpret globally two recognized assessments 

      Use the EQ-i 2.0 and EQ-360 with confidence, understanding the research-based framework behind emotional intelligence measurement.

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      Translate assessment results into meaningful coaching conversations 

      Move beyond data points to create client-centered conversations that support awareness and development.

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      Integrate EQ insights into your existing coaching approach 

      Learn how emotional intelligence work can enhance the coaching you're already doing without requiring you to abandon your methodology.

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      Use assessments ethically and effectively 

      Understand best practices for administering, interpreting, and coaching with emotional intelligence data in professional contexts.

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      WHAT TO EXPECT

      Pre-Work, Live Training, and Certification

      Before the Live Training: Pre-Work

      Approx. 3–4 hrs
      Complete your own EQ-i 2.0 assessment

      Experience the tool firsthand and gain insight into your own emotional intelligence profile.

      Complete required e-learning modules

      Online modules introduce the foundations of the EQ-i 2.0, including key concepts, models, and assessment structure.

      Live Training: 2-Day Virtual Program

      March 4–5, 2026
      9:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
      Master the assessment framework and interpretation 

      Learn the core skills required to administer, score, and interpret both the EQ-i 2.0 and EQ-360 assessments. You'll also explore best practices for using emotional intelligence data ethically in coaching.

      Practice coaching with results

      Participate in hands-on sessions where you'll practice delivering feedback, coaching with assessment results, and supporting client development. —with plenty of space for questions, discussion, and learning integration.

      After the Live Training: Certification Exam

      Approx. 1–2 hrs
      Must be completed within 6 months
      Complete the online certification exam

      Demonstrate your understanding and competency in using the EQ-i 2.0 and EQ-360 assessments.

      Receive your EQ-i 2.0 and EQ-360 certification 

      Upon successful completion, you'll be recognized as a certified user of both assessments through MHS.

      WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

      Designed for iPEC Coaches

      This certification is exclusively for current iPEC students and graduates who want to expand their assessment-based coaching capabilities with a globally recognized emotional intelligence tool.

      Whether you're building a corporate coaching practice, working with leadership clients, or simply interested in emotional intelligence as a driver of awareness and growth, the EQ-i 2.0 certification equips you with a research-backed assessment that complements your iPEC training.

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      BENEFITS

      Why Add the EQ-i to Your Practice

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      Corporate credibility

      The EQ-i 2.0 is widely recognized in Fortune 500 companies and organizational development, giving you a credential that opens doors in corporate coaching contexts.

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      Professional credential

      MHS certification is recognized around the world, which positions you as a qualified practitioner of a trusted emotional intelligence assessment.

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      Revenue expansion

      Add a new service offering for corporate clients and leadership development engagements that require research-backed assessment tools.

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      Continuing education in one weekend

      Earn 16 ICF CCEs (9.25 Core Competencies, 6.75 Resource Development) while building a valuable new skill.

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      Research-backed framework

      Built on decades of peer-reviewed research and validation, the EQ-i 2.0 provides clients with credible, structured insights.

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      Complementary tool

      Offer clients a different entry point for awareness and development that works alongside the transformational coaching you already provide.

      MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS

      Learn from Experienced iPEC Lead Trainers

      Cindy Gardner

      Cindy Gardner
      MBA, PCC, ELI-MP

      Lead Trainer | iPEC Certified Professional Coach | ELI Master Practitioner | ICF PCC

      Cindy Gardner brings warmth, humor, and authenticity to everything she does. In addition to holding an M.B.A. from Fairleigh Dickinson University and certifications through the Wharton School of Business and Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Cindy became an iPEC Certified Professional Coach and Energy Leadership® Index Master Practitioner in 2008.

      As an iPEC Lead Trainer, she has guided thousands of coaches through their certification journey. Cindy also facilitates programs at the Happiness Studies Academy and has built her career on empowering others through leadership, mindfulness, and the power of choice.

      Lisa Kaplin

      Lisa Kaplin
      CPC, PCC, ELI-MP

      Lead Trainer | Psychologist | iPEC Certified Professional Coach | ICF PCC

      Lisa Kaplin is a psychologist and iPEC Lead Trainer known for her smart, direct approach to coaching. After running her own therapy practice for nine years, Lisa became an iPEC Certified Professional Coach in 2011, drawn to the empowering, forward-focused nature of coaching. 

      She specializes in women's empowerment and works with executives and successful professionals navigating relationship and communication challenges. Lisa's philosophy is simple: "It all comes down to choice. What can I control here, and how will I choose to look at this?”

      EARN CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

      This certification program offers continuing education credits across multiple credentialing organizations

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      International Coach Federation (ICF)

      16.00 CCEs (9.25 Core Competencies, 6.75 Resource Development)

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      American Psychological Association (APA)

      14.5 CE credits

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      Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

      14.5 CE credits

       

      EQ-i 2.0 Certification

      2-day live virtual training

      March 4–5, 2026   |  9:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
      Limited to 30 coaches

      $2,497
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      This program is currently open to iPEC students and graduates. CPC certification is recommended but not required.

      The ELI focuses on energy and consciousness, while the EQ-i 2.0 measures emotional intelligence skills. They complement each other for different coaching applications—the ELI is ideal for transformational, awareness-based coaching, while the EQ-i 2.0 is particularly valuable in corporate and leadership development contexts.

      A computer with webcam, reliable internet connection, and Zoom access. Mobile devices are not recommended for optimal experience.

      Full attendance is required for certification. If you miss a session, you'll need to enroll in a future cohort.

      Yes. Pre-work (approximately 3–4 hours) must be completed before the live training. The post-training certification exam (approximately 1–2 hours) must be completed within 2 weeks of the live program.

      No. This is a live, interactive training, and no replay will be provided.

      We cap enrollment at 30 to ensure personalized attention and interaction.

      Expand Your Coaching Toolbox with EQ-i 2.0 Certification

      Become certified in a globally recognized emotional intelligence assessment, earn 16 ICF CCEs, and add corporate credibility to your coaching toolkit—all in one weekend.

      Limited to 30 coaches