- Format Virtual and In-Person options available
- Duration Click on "Available Dates and Locations" below
- Price USD $2995 (IN PERSON) / $2695 (VIRTUAL)
Early bird discount of 5% is available until 45 days prior to the event. Course registration closes 14 days prior to the course start or before if space is filled.
Event Overview
CQ Certification (formerly Level 1)
This program introduces you to the research and history behind the cultural intelligence (CQ) model and why it matters. As part of the pre-certification work, you complete the CQ 360 Assessment. During certification, you will learn how to effectively debrief assessment Feedback Reports. In addition, you get a full set of research-based strategies for helping others improve their CQ.
objective
To train and certify participants to understand the CQ model and debrief the CQ feedback report.
Earn Continuing Education Credits ICF Members can earn CCE credits (Core Competencies: 8; Resource Development: 2) upon completion of CQ Certification.
*Discounts available for attending CQ Certification and CQ Train-the-Trainer in the same week*
Not sure if certification is the best option for you? Get in touch with our Customer Support Team to discuss your goals and whether certification is for you. Click on the button below to email us or reach us at Info@CulturalQ.com.

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Additional Information
Available Dates & Locations
Date | Location | Venue |
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London, UK | Apex City of London Hotel |
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Virtual Certification | |
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Nashville, Tennessee | Thompson Hotel, Nashville, TN |
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Virtual Certification | |
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Virtual Certification |
Schedule & Objectives
OBJECTIVE:
To have an in-depth understanding of the CQ Model and debrief the CQ feedback report for your colleagues or clients.
SCHEDULE:
Day 1
- Introduction/Ground Rules
- Breakout Room: Scenario Discussion
- The Research behind the Cultural Intelligence (CQ) framework
- Debriefing the CQ Assessment
- The Four Capabilities of CQ
- CQ Drive
- CQ Knowledge
- CQ Strategy
- CQ Action
- CQ Development Plan
- Facilitator Debrief Role Play
- Breakout Room: Participant Debrief Pair and Practice
Day 2
- Debriefing the Cultural Values Profile
- Breakout Room: Cultural Values Mapping
- Making the Case for CQ
- Next Steps
- Q&A
Participant Materials
Pre-Course Work Requirements:
All participants must complete a CQ 360 Assessment and MyCQ™ Pro: Understanding My Cultural Intelligence & Cultural Values e-learning program before the course begins in order to receive your certification.
Participants Materials You Will Receive:
- CQ Certification Manual
- CQ Slide Decks
- Cultural Intelligence Readings
- CQ 360 Assessment and Feedback Report
- MyCQ™ Pro: Understanding My Cultural Intelligence & Cultural Values e-learning course
- Additional Teaching and Coaching Resources
- Digital Credentials including a Certificate of Completion and Digital Badge
Fees & Cancellation Policy
Registration Fees: USD $2995(IN PERSON) / $2695(VIRTUAL) (5% off if paid in full 45 days prior to the session)
Contact us for group discounts.
Full payment is due upon registration or within 10 business days of receiving an invoice and is non-refundable. CQ Center will not ship any course materials until registration is paid in full. We cannot guarantee receipt of course materials if registration is paid fewer than 30 days prior to the course start, but we will attempt to send them in time.
Transfer Policy
Registration tuition is nonrefundable. However, we will allow a registrant the one-time option to transfer their registration to another available session within one calendar year, so long as written (email) notice is provided to the CQ Center 10 days prior to the course start date. If a registrant provides less than 10 days’ notice of a transfer request, an administrative fee of $250 USD will be assessed.
If a registrant fails to attend a course and no notice is provide before the course start, that individual will be considered a “no-show” and will not be eligible for a refund or to transfer that registration.
We reserve the right to cancel a certification session 30 days out. Full refunds will be given if we do so.