Bringing Transformative EI Into the World
From research-backed assessment instruments to scholarships that fund the next generation of Transformative EI scholars — here is how the TEI Foundation extends the work into practice.
Tools for Measuring What Matters
The TEI framework rests on a family of research-validated assessment instruments developed by Nelson, Low, and colleagues. Each measures a different facet of emotional intelligence — and each is delivered through Emotional Intelligence Learning Systems.
Personal Excellence Map
Personal, emotional, relational, and life-skill development across the full PERL framework.
The flagship TEI instrument — a comprehensive positive assessment that maps the 13 key emotional intelligence skills underlying personal excellence. Used widely in higher education, leadership development, and professional coaching.
Skills for Career and Life Effectiveness
Career and life-readiness skills for students preparing for higher education and professional life.
A student-focused assessment that brings TEI principles into career planning and life-skills education. Often used in high school, college, and first-generation student support programs.
Emotional Skills Assessment Process
Specific emotional intelligence skills, attitudes, and behaviors across the PERL competency domains.
A research-derived self-assessment that identifies emotional skill strengths and growth areas — the core TEI assessment for academic, career, and personal development contexts.
Additional Assessments
Three further TEI instruments extend the framework into relationships, personality style, and personal well-being.
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RSM Relationship Skills Map
Measures personal and intimate relationship effectiveness. Used in marriage and family therapy, couples coaching, and relational education.
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LSTI Life Style Type Indicator
Identifies personality type across four dimensions — Believer, Creator, Achiever, Supporter — as an accessible entry point to TEI.
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WBAP Well-Being Assessment Process
Connects emotional intelligence skills to physical health, emotional health, and overall life satisfaction.
Scholarships & Grants
The TEI Foundation funds research and education that extends Transformative Emotional Intelligence into new fields, classrooms, and communities. Two annual awards honor the founders by funding the next generation of TEI scholars and educators.
Darwin B. Nelson Research Grant
Awarded for original research that extends the knowledge and application of Transformative Emotional Intelligence. The grant supports doctoral and post-doctoral researchers advancing the TEI framework into new contexts, populations, or applications.
- Eligibility Doctoral and post-doctoral researchers in education, psychology, leadership, or related fields
- Award Annual research grant
Gary R. Low Scholarship
Awarded for excellence in education and training using the principles of Transformative Emotional Intelligence. The scholarship supports educators, trainers, and emerging practitioners committed to bringing TEI into classrooms, organizations, and communities.
- Eligibility Educators, trainers, and emerging practitioners using TEI principles in their work
- Award Annual education scholarship
Every Grant. Every Scholarship. Funded by Donations.
Help fund the next generation of TEI scholars and educators — every dollar goes directly to research, scholarships, and education.
The TEI Center of Excellence
The TEI Center of Excellence is the dynamic learning and knowledge sharing platform — bringing decades of TEI research, courses, certifications, and community into a single, accessible home. Our goal is to make the practice of Transformative Emotional Intelligence available to learners, educators, businesses, governments, and leaders worldwide – and to transform organizations by embedding TEI into their culture.
A world where learned and intentionally applied transformative emotional intelligence drives how we live, work, lead, and change together.
The Framework at a Glance
Six pillars carry the work of the Center — from research and training to governance and impact.
Knowledge Leadership & Research
Establish the COE as a trusted authority in TEI theory, research, and practice.
Training, Development, Certification & Capacity Building
Equip individuals, teams, and organizations to apply TEI in education, work, and community.
Community Engagement & Partnerships
Create a movement for TEI that unites educators, leaders, and changemakers.
Quality Assurance & Standards Development
Ensure excellence, consistency, and accountability in TEI programs.
Communication, Knowledge Sharing & Storytelling
Amplify the message and impact of TEI through strategic communication.
Governance, Sustainability & Impact
Build and sustain an effective governance framework for the COE.
Foundation
TEI COE charter approved, governance established, initial funding secured.
Development
Website launched, pilot programs begin, partnerships take shape.
Expansion
Scale the TEI COE to the next level.
Interested in learning more about the Center of Excellence, or how your organization can get involved? Reach out to the foundation.
Contact Us to Learn MoreWorkshops, Consulting & Coaching
Beyond the assessment instruments, the foundation supports applied TEI engagement through workshops, consulting, and coaching — delivered through the EILS network of certified practitioners.
Workshops & Training
Group training programs that introduce the TEI framework and build practical emotional intelligence skills. Tailored for organizations, schools, and leadership programs that want to develop EI capacity at scale.
Strategic Consulting
Strategic guidance for institutions integrating Transformative Emotional Intelligence into curriculum, leadership development, or organizational practice. Includes program design, instrument deployment, and outcome measurement.
Professional Coaching
One-on-one and group coaching grounded in the TEI model. Coaching engagements help individuals apply the Emotional Learning System to real career, leadership, and life challenges — with measurable skill development over time.
Hope, Resilience,
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Practical Tools for Change, Connections, and Well-Being
Join leaders, researchers, executives, educators, and positive changemakers for a 3-day immersive experience at Texas A&M University Corpus Christi — designed to transform how you think, lead, and connect.
Help Us Build a Healthier,
Happier, More Productive World
Your support funds the science that makes it possible — research, scholarships, and education rooted in 50+ years of transformative EI.