Course/Product Description Title: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Duration: 15 days Description: Our unique approach to the integration of Lean and Six Sigma takes full advantage of the power of both methodologies and makes it easier for Green Belts to know what tools to use & when to use them. This training course will help team leaders and members successfully complete DMAIC (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control) and Lean DMAIC projects. Course Deliverables This workshop-based program includes three weeks of training, spread over a 3-month period, with project application scheduled between training weeks, so you can return to work and apply what you've just learned. The first week of training covers Lean and Lean approaches; the second and third weeks cover the DMAIC steps as well as leadership, facilitation, and change management skills. Upon completion of the training, participants will have the following abilities: Understand Lean Six Sigma Know how to work on a project team Be able to use DMAIC on identified improvement projects Help Lean Six Sigma leaders direct targeted Lean events and improvement projects by using a set of proven methods and tools (the DMAIC process—Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control) Course Objectives Define Lean, the Lean Pathway, and associated approaches. Describe the benefits of implementing Lean. Lead a group through the Lean Pathway, including tools for seeing the waste and Lean approaches. Apply Lean approaches and the Lean improvement methodology to a process simulation. Plan for and/or coach others on planning for an event (roles, Lean charters, logistics, etc.). Select Lean approaches applicable to a given Lean charter. Select and train others on specific tools and techniques. Explain in general terms what “Six Sigma” refers to and why it is relevant to process improvement; identify the DMAIC steps and their sequence along with the outputs of and tools in each step. DEFINE your project’s purpose and scope and get background on the process and the customer. In MEASURE, focus your improvement efforts by gathering information on the current situation. In ANALYZE, identify root causes and confirm them with data. In IMPROVE, develop, try out, and implement solutions that address root causes and use data to evaluate your solutions and the plans used to carry them out. CONTROL the process and maintain the gains by standardizing work methods or processes, anticipating future improvements and preserving the lessons from your project. Course Topics Types of work (VA, NVA, waste) Drivers of waste (overburden, unevenness) Methodology for implementing Lean Definition of waste; eight categories of waste Targeted Lean events (kaizen) DMAIC – The process improvement method Voice of the Customer Data collection and analysis Identifying and verifying causes Generating, selecting, and implementing solutions Evaluating results; standardization Requirements for Certification The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification requires successful completion of the three-week program, a passing grade on the final examination, and submission of a detailed report of a successful project. Your certificate is mailed to you upon course completion! Who Should Attend Anyone participating in Lean Six Sigma or process improvement, applicable to staff, line, supervisors, managers, and directors in such areas as healthcare, finance, operations, customer service, engineering, electronics, communications, logistics, sales, quality, and purchasing. This program is available in service, financial service, healthcare, and manufacturing versions. The Healthcare version of this course is being offered in the Wave starting on May 10, 2010. Please contact us for details. Licenses / Designations / Educational Credits: CEU All US States: 12 All Canadian Provinces: 12 About The Provider: Founded in 1968, STAT-A-MATRIX is the world's leading consulting and training organization dedicated to improving business processes, management systems, and quality and regulatory compliance. We offer ongoing consulting and training in every aspect of business process improvement. Our approach is a unique blend of concepts, methods, techniques, and tools designed to transfer skills and knowledge to your organization's personnel. Our distinct approach integrates quality, regulatory, and business management systems to help improve your bottom line. Price: $7,495.00 More Info: Contact Us For More Information

Keywords For This Course:
Lean, Six Sigma, Six Sigma Green Belt, DMAIC, Lean DMAIC