Course Overview

What You'll Learn:

  • Fundamentals of Six Sigma methodology
  • DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) process
  • Key tools and techniques for process improvement
  • Practical application through case studies and exercises

Course Details 

The Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification is primarily aimed at individuals who are looking to gain a foundational understanding of the Six Sigma methodology and its tools. It is designed for those who

  1. Support Roles in Projects: Employees who will participate in Six Sigma projects as team members rather than leading them. They assist Green Belts and Black Belts by understanding the basics of the processes and methodologies being used.
  2. Entry-Level Employees: Individuals new to the workforce or new to a company that utilizes Six Sigma. It serves as an introduction to process improvement techniques and the Six Sigma philosophy.
  3. Operational Staff: Employees working in operational or administrative roles who need to understand Six Sigma principles to contribute to process improvement initiatives within their departments.
  4. Managers and Supervisors: Those who oversee processes or teams and need to have a basic understanding of Six Sigma to support improvement projects and foster a culture of continuous improvement within their teams.
  5. Professionals Seeking Career Advancement: Individuals who want to enhance their resumes and skillsets by acquiring a recognized certification in process improvement methodologies.
  6. Overall, the Yellow Belt provides a solid introduction to Six Sigma, helping individuals understand how to use basic tools and concepts to contribute to process improvement projects, thus making it suitable for a broad range of professionals in various industries.

What the course covers

Day 1: 26th August

  • Module 1 Introduction to Six Sigma
  • Module 2 Introduction to LEAN
  • Module 3 Introduction to Lean Six Sigma
  • Module 4 Approaches to Lean
  • Module 5 Problem Solving and the 7 tools of Quality Improvement
  • Module 6 Introduction to Systems and process Thinking.
  • Module 7 introduction to Queuing Theory
  • Module 8 Introduction to Kaizen
  • Module 9 Introduction to 5S
  • Module 10 Introduction to Total Productive Maintenance

Day 2: 27th August

  • Module 11 Introduction to DMAIC
  • Module 12 Introduction to Lean Six Sigma TOOLS
  • Module 13 Introduction to Value Stream Mapping
  • Module 14 Introduction to Process Mapping
  • Module 15 Measurement Systems Analysis
  • Module 16 Introduction to Variation
  • Module 17 LSS Teams and Effective Meetings

How You'll Be Taught 

In person at Merchiston Campus

How You'll Be Assessed

50 multiple choice questions.

Cost

£275 + VAT

Dates 

The course will run in-person at Merchiston Campus, on August 26th & 27th

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