As a Core Energy coach, you've been trained to notice energetic shifts in your clients.
You can sense when you're bumping into an inner block, when their awareness deepens, when new possibilities open up. The EQ-i 2.0 (Emotional Quotient-Inventory™), a globally recognized assessment, gives you another tool for navigating those moments using the language of emotional intelligence.
In this intro session, we'll explore what we mean by emotional intelligence and take a closer look at one specific facet: Self-Regard. You'll learn how it connects with the Core Energy Coaching you're already doing, and walk away with practical tools you can bring into your coaching sessions.
45-MINUTE INFO SESSION
What We'll Cover
What emotional intelligence is
A brief intro to the science behind EQ and what the EQ-i 2.0 assessment measures specifically
The role of Self-Regard
You'll learn what it is and why it's one of the strongest predictors of well-being
Self-Regard and the Gremlin
See how these two frameworks are different ways of talking about the same inner block
Three practical tools
Walk away with three tangible tools you can bring to your coaching sessions this week (and beyond!)
A peek into EQ-i 2.0 Certification
Learn what the 2-day certification includes, how it integrates with your iPEC training, and whether it's the right next step for you
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Designed for iPEC Coaches
This free session is for current iPEC students and graduates who want to learn more about the EQ-i 2.0 assessment and how it complements your iPEC training.
Whether you're curious about expanding the assessment s in your coaching toolkit, interested in corporate coaching, or simply want to understand how emotional intelligence and Energy Leadership® work together, this session is for you.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Learn from Experienced iPEC Lead Trainers
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
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?”
Want to Go Deeper with EQ-i 2.0?
EQ-i 2.0 Certification Program
2-day Live Virtual Training
June 2–3, 2026 | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
Limited to 30 coaches
$2,497 $2,247
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.
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