Course Overview
What you'll learn:
- Fundamentals of Six Sigma methodology
- DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) process
- Key tools and techniques for process improvement
- Practical application through case studies and exercises
Course Detail
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
- 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.
- Entry-Level Employees: Individuals new to the workforce or new to a company that utilises Six Sigma. It serves as an introduction to process improvement techniques and the Six Sigma philosophy.
- 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.
- 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.
- Professionals Seeking Career Advancement: Individuals who want to enhance their resumes and skill sets by acquiring a recognised certification in process improvement methodologies.
- Overall, the Yellow Belt provides a solid introduction to Six Sigma, helping you understand how to use basic tools and concepts to contribute to process improvement projects, making it suitable for a broad range of professionals in various industries.
What the course covers
Day 1
- 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
- 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
£450.00
Dates
This two-day course will be running in both June and August 2026
Book with the top link above for:
Monday 1st and Tuesday 2nd June 2026
OR
Book with the second link above for:
Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th August 2026
10% Discount
If you booking at one time to complete both Yellow and Green belt courses then a deduction of 10% of the combined total is offered.
For this to be applied, you need to first click the appropriate Yellow Belt booking link - for either the June dates above or August dates below. Then, immediately go to the Green Belt page and click to book for the same block (June or August). Both should now appear in the page, as shown below.
If you see this, then add 'six_sigma_june_2026_bundle' ... OR ... 'six_sigma_august_2026_bundle', as appropriate, to the Voucher field. You can then proceed to checkout at the reduced rate.
If you have any questions please email SCEBEevents@napier.ac.uk