Complete the MSCEIT® 2 assessment online
Approximately 60 minutes
Ability-based emotional intelligence certification
MSCEIT2 Certification 2026 Cohort
$2,995.00 USD
Become qualified to administer, interpret and provide feedback on the MSCEIT® 2, a scientifically validated ability measure of emotional intelligence.
FormatOnline and classroom options
Live course2 days, 4 hours each day
Public sessionsLast Tuesday and Thursday monthly
There is intentionally a day between live training sessions, giving participants time to integrate and practice the learning.
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Emotional intelligence is not a self-rating.
Measure the abilities that shape how people read situations, use emotion in thinking and respond under pressure.
Become certified
A rigorous pathway to confident MSCEIT® 2 practice.
MSCEIT® 2 is an ability measure of emotional intelligence.
It is an objective measure, which matters because many people overestimate their emotional intelligence. Grand Strategy Consulting certifies MSCEIT practitioners in live online and classroom settings.
Complete our certification training and become qualified to use and interpret MSCEIT® 2 reports and provide effective feedback to clients and colleagues.
The assessment uses 12 interactive question types to measure emotional intelligence ability in four domains: perceiving, connecting, understanding and managing emotions.
Program structure
Independent learning, personal insight and live practice.
Public certification courses combine flexible preparation with interactive group sessions.
Complete 10 e-learning modules
Build your understanding of the model and reports, approximately 4 hours
Receive individual report feedback
A 60-minute session with one of our consultants by Zoom or telephone
Attend the live certification course
Two interactive online days, 4 hours each day
Complete the post-course exam
Demonstrate your readiness to administer and interpret the assessment
Certification benefits
Build a credible, practical capability you can use with others.
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Gain a qualification in a renowned, scientifically validated emotional intelligence assessment.
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Develop insight into your own emotional intelligence through assessment and personal feedback.
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Receive resources and ongoing support that build confidence with the tool after the course.
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Become qualified in an ability-based measure suited to recruitment, development and research settings.
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Earn approved professional development and continuing education credits across SHRM, ATD, APA and ICF.
Credential awards
Approved professional development and continuing education credits.
| Credential | Credits awarded | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP | 11 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) | Approved |
| ATD CPTD / APTD | 11 Recertification Points | Approved |
| APA | 11 Continuing Education Credits | Approved |
| ICF | 7 Core Competency + 4 Resource Development hours | Approved |
What you will receive
Everything needed to begin practicing with confidence.
- Course workbook and handouts
- Individual MSCEIT® 2 report and feedback
- Certification slides and sample reports
- Post-course resources and ongoing support
- An MHS testing portal account after successful certification
Training for groups
Bring MSCEIT® 2 certification into your organization.
We deliver tailored in-house certification courses online or at your organization's site, scheduled around your team's needs.
Discuss a group courseAfter successful completion
You will be certified to administer and interpret the MSCEIT® 2. Qualified practitioners receive access to the MHS testing portal and pay for reports as they are generated.
2026 cohort
Become a qualified MSCEIT® 2 practitioner.
Request a place in an upcoming public session or ask us about a private cohort for your organization.