Yellow Belt

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Entry-level certification designed for individuals who want to understand the basics of process improvement, quality management, and problem-solving

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Course Overview

Duration

12-16 hours

Format

Online & Classroom

Level

Beginner

Certification

Globally Recognized

Course Objectives

 

  • Understand the Core concept of Lean Six Sigma Approach
  • Understand the DMAIC methodology (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control)
  • Identify process inefficiencies and basic root causes
  • Apply essential Lean tools to reduce waste and improve quality
  • Support Green Belt and Black Belt projects as effective team members
 

Body of Knowledge

Fundamentals of Six Sigma

  • History and evolution of Six Sigma
  • Key principles and terminology
  • Overview of DMAIC
  • Roles and responsibilities in Six Sigma projects

Define Phase

  • Identifying project goals
  • Understanding customer needs (VOC)
  • Creating high-level process maps (SIPOC)
  • Understanding CTQs (Critical to Quality elements)

Measure Phase

  • Types of data: discrete vs. continuous
  • Basic data collection methods
  • Process mapping (introductory)
  • Understanding variation and defects
  • Introduction to metrics (DPMO, yield)

Analyze Phase

  • Root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone diagram)
  • Basic graphical tools (Pareto chart, histogram)
  • Identifying opportunities for improvement

Improve Phase

  • Generating improvement ideas (brainstorming)
  • Introduction to Lean concepts (5S, waste reduction)
  • Error proofing (Poka-Yoke basics)

Control Phase

  • Importance of control and sustaining improvements
  • Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Visual controls and monitoring
  • Basics of control charts

Benefits of Yellow Belt Certification

  • Gain a globally recognized foundation in Lean Six Sigma
  • Improve problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
  • Stand out in job interviews and corporate assessments
  • Contribute effectively in improvement and Kaizen teams
  • Build confidence to progress towards Green & Black Belt certifications