Course Aim:

The Lean Six Sigma White Belt training is an introductory program designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. This one-day course equips attendees with essential concepts and tools to enhance processes, eliminate waste, and improve efficiency within their organisation.

Course Objectives:

1. Understand Continuous Improvement and the evolution of Lean Thinking

2. Understand the principles of Lean and Six Sigma.

3. Recognize the importance of process improvement.

4. Identify the roles and responsibilities within a Lean Six Sigma framework.

5. Describe basic tools and techniques for problem-solving and waste reduction.

6. Understand the DMAIC project improvement methodology and how it is applied.

7. Communicate the benefits of Lean Six Sigma to their teams or organizations.

Course Delivery:

The course is delivered in classroom format over 1 day with learners having access to online eLearning materials. Full course notes are provided.

Course Structure:

Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

• History and evolution of Lean and Six Sigma.

• Overview of DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodology.

• Understanding waste (The 8 Wastes of Lean).

Lean Principles

• Key concepts: Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, and Perfection.

• Identifying and reducing non-value-added activities.

Six Sigma Basics

• Introduction to variation and process capability.

• Understanding the role of data in decision-making.

Problem-Solving Tools

• Introduction to tools like SIPOC, Pareto Analysis, and Fishbone Diagrams.

• Using simple metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.

Roles in Lean Six Sigma

• Overview of White Belt, Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt, and Master Black Belt roles.

• Collaboration within Lean Six Sigma teams.

Benefits of Lean Six Sigma

• Financial, operational and cultural benefits

Course Certification:

On successful completion of the assessment the learner will receive a course completion certificate.