Upcoming Lean Six Sigma Certification Courses across Australia:
What is Lean Six Sigma?
Lean Six Sigma is a management approach to business improvement and problem solving through harmonising the Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. The application of Lean Six Sigma enables organisations to realise the qualitative benefits effectively and efficiently.
The focus of Lean is about Value, Speed and Quality of a process. Six Sigma focuses on achieving consistency and effectiveness.
When implemented properly, Lean Six Sigma is a powerful lever to improve a company’s customer experience and organisational performance.
Reasons to get Lean Six Sigma Certifications
Lean Six Sigma certification helps in validating a candidate has sufficient knowledge, understanding and application of the methodology, tools and practice. Getting a Lean Six Sigma Certification usually requires individuals to have a certain level of experience and testify their proficiency.
The certification can help enhance your credibility as a specialist in business improvement and change leadership. In addition, according to surveys carried out by indeed.com, certified Lean Six Sigma practitioners are among the well-paid professionals too.
Lean Six Sigma certifications:
Lean SIX SIGMA YELLOW BELT
Covers the basics of the Lean Six Sigma Methodology required to support improvement projects as a part of a team or conduct small improvement projects.
LEAN SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training and certification is a must-have for those who want to lead improvement projects or solve problems in their workplace.
LEAN SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt training and certification covers in-depth all the tools and skills required to lead enterprise improvement programs.
LEAN SIX SIGMA MASTER BLACK BELT
This Master Black Belt Development Program is the next level for Black Belts to develop skills in change leadership and problem solving.
LEAN SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT (FAST TRACK)
This Fast Track Black Belt training reduces the emphasis on advanced statistical tools that are less relevant to transactional processes.
Lean Operations Certifications:
LEAN FOUNDATION
Lean Foundation training is ideal for process owners and team members who want to gain basic skills and tools to improve efficiency and productivity in the workplace.
LEAN PRACTITIONER
Lean Practitioner training covers essential tools in the Lean Methodology required to facilitate workplace improvement projects with Lean methods and tools..
LEAN LEADER
Lean Leader program transforms practitioners into experts who perform as change agents and program leaders to achieve specific Lean objectives.
ISO 18404 Alignment:
ISO 18404:2015 Quantitative methods in process improvement - Six sigma - competencies for key personnel and their organisations in relation to Six Sigma and Lean implementation. The Standard defines the competencies for the attainment of specific levels of competency with regards to Six Sigma, Lean, and "Lean & Six Sigma" in individuals.
OE Methods’ ISO 18404-aligned Black Belt, Green Belt and Lean practitioner certifications are consistent with the Standard’s competencies requirements and certification process:
1. Training
OE Methods’ Black Belt, Green Belt and Lean practitioner training are based on the international standard, to ensure internationally recognised standard or consistent approach.
2. Project Work
Skills and competence are developed through application, and by completing Lean and/or Six Sigma business improvement projects where individuals are able to put into practice what they have been taught. Submission of a portfolio of evidence of practice is required.
3. Individual Assessment
OE Methods assesses an individual’s competency against the competencies outlined in the Standard through approved online knowledge tests .
Design for Six Sigma and Yellow Belt are not included in ISO 18404:2015.