Emotional Intelligence Certification
Become a LEADx® Certified EQ Trainer and Coach in two days. Lifetime credential. No renewal fees. Built on Dr. Travis Bradberry's newest research.
The LEADx emotional intelligence certification prepares you to deliver the most in-demand skill of the next decade. In two days you earn a lifetime credential to facilitate The New Emotional Intelligence workshop and coach to the assessment.
Who This EQ Certification Is For
- In-house trainers and L&D leaders who need a proven, research-backed EQ program
- Independent consultants and coaches adding a high-demand offer to their practice
- Facilitators who want validated emotional intelligence content instead of building from scratch
If you want to become a certified emotional intelligence trainer, coach, or facilitator, this program covers all three roles with one credential.
The Credential: LEADx Certified EQ Facilitator
A recognized badge you can display on LinkedIn, proposals, and your website. It signals you are equipped to train and coach The New Emotional Intelligence curriculum and assessment.
Unlike most emotional intelligence certifications, this credential never expires. One investment, no annual fees, no renewals, and it travels with you across employers, clients, and consulting engagements.
What's Included in Your Emotional Intelligence Certification
Your facilitator toolkit
- Full facilitator guide with a slide-by-slide script
- Editable PowerPoint deck you can tailor to any audience
- Reference guide with research, articles, and assessment debrief guidance
What every participant receives
- The Emotional Intelligence Test™, Dr. Bradberry's assessment built on two decades of data
- Full-color New EQ participant workbook
- A copy of The New Emotional Intelligence by Dr. Travis Bradberry
- The 60 Strategies Job Aid
- One year of support from an AI-powered Dr. Travis coach
- One year of reinforcement: micro-learning, nudges, and book summaries
- Unlimited reassessments to measure real EQ growth
How the EQ Certification Works: Two Days, Then You're Ready
Experience The New EQ as a participant. Complete the assessment, work through the curriculum, and feel the workshop from the learner's seat.
Step behind the podium. Master the facilitator script, learn to tailor the content to your organization, and practice debriefing the Emotional Intelligence Test with other professional trainers.
Why Choose LEADx for Emotional Intelligence Certification
No annual fees. No renewals. Ever.
Use it with any client or employer you serve.
Built on Dr. Travis Bradberry's latest research and two decades of EQ assessment data.
Workshop, assessment, workbook, book, job aid, coaching, and a full year of reinforcement. All included.
How LEADx Compares to Other EQ Certifications
Most emotional intelligence certification programs require annual recertification fees, per-assessment costs, or multi-week commitments. The LEADx certification is a two-day program with a lifetime credential and no recurring fees.
Researching your options? We publish independent guides to the major programs:
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get certified in emotional intelligence?
The LEADx EQ certification takes two days: one 6-hour day experiencing the workshop as a participant, and one 4-hour day mastering facilitation and assessment debriefing.
How much does emotional intelligence certification cost?
Certification starts at $2,495 with many possible discounts. Contact us to learn about discounts for teams sending multiple people, and for nonprofits, government organizations, and the military.
Do I need to renew my certification?
No. The LEADx Certified EQ Facilitator credential is a lifetime certification with no renewal fees or expiration.
Is the certification online or in person?
The certification is online, via Zoom. The first day consists of 6 hours of instruction, followed by 4 hours on the second day.
What assessment will I be certified to use?
The Emotional Intelligence Test™ by Dr. Travis Bradberry, co-author of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 and author of The New Emotional Intelligence.
Can I use the certification with my consulting clients?
Yes. The credential is fully portable across employers, clients, and consulting engagements, with no per-client licensing fees.