Lean Six Sigma – Yellow Belt

  • Overview: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt introduces the basics of the Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools, enabling professionals to support process improvement projects.
  • Target Audiences: Team members, process improvement professionals, and anyone involved in supporting Lean Six Sigma projects.
  • Prerequisites: None.
  • Course Content:
    • Introduction to Lean Six Sigma:
      • Understanding the Lean Six Sigma methodology.
      • The DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) framework.
      • The roles and responsibilities of a Yellow Belt.
      • The importance of teamwork and collaboration in process improvement.
    • Define Phase:
      • Identifying and defining process improvement opportunities.
      • Understanding the role of Yellow Belts in the Define phase.
      • Supporting the development of project charters and scope statements.
      • Participating in process mapping and analysis.
    • Measure Phase:
      • Collecting and analyzing data to understand process performance.
      • Supporting data collection and measurement activities.
      • Understanding key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
      • Participating in process capability analysis.
    • Analyze Phase:
      • Identifying root causes of process inefficiencies and defects.
      • Supporting root cause analysis using tools such as cause-and-effect diagrams.
      • Participating in hypothesis development and testing.
      • Supporting the prioritization of improvement opportunities.
    • Improve Phase:
      • Supporting the development and implementation of process improvement solutions.
      • Participating in Lean activities to eliminate waste and optimize processes.
      • Supporting the implementation of changes and managing resistance.
      • Ensuring alignment of improvements with team goals.
    • Control Phase:
      • Supporting the establishment of control plans to sustain process improvements.
      • Participating in monitoring process performance and managing deviations.
      • Supporting continuous improvement activities.
      • Documenting and sharing best practices within the team.
  • Exam Details:
    • 60 multiple-choice questions
    • 1-hour duration
    • Passing score: 70%
  • Price: Approximately $400 USD for the exam; training costs typically range from $1,000 to $1,500 USD.