Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Online Training

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Explore the foundational elements of Lean and Six Sigma methodology and gain an understanding that can help you interact with Lean Six Sigma teams throughout your organization.

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Program Overview

The 16-hour, self-paced Yellow Belt course from Emory Continuing Education (ECE) is offered 100% online. In this course, you'll learn key Lean Six Sigma terminology and foundational concepts. You'll explore common tools used in Lean and Six Sigma to improve quality and eliminate waste. You'll also discover how these two methodologies work together to help businesses gain a competitive edge.

Upon your successful completion of the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt course, you will be able to:

  • Recognize common Lean and Six Sigma terminology, tools, and concepts
  • Define the DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve, control) approach to process improvement
  • Identify and support potential Lean Six Sigma project opportunities consistent with organizational needs
  • Speak the language of Lean Six Sigma and participate in discussions about quality improvement initiatives

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Cost:
$495
Next Start Date:
June 1, 2025
100% Online
Self Study
4 Weeks
16 Hours
1.6 CEUs / 16 PDUs
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What You'll Learn

Learn fundamental concepts of Lean and Six Sigma methodology to support process improvement projects in your organization.

  • Week 1: What is Lean Six Sigma?
    ‍    Learn the history of Lean Six Sigma, roles and responsibilities of Lean Six Sigma practitioners, and common tools of the methodology.
  • Week 2: DMAIC
    ‍    Learn to identify the five phases of DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve, control) and the tools and concepts that apply to each phase.
  • Week 3: What is Lean?
    ‍    Understand the five principles of Lean methodology and how its tools focus on creating value and eliminating wasteful activities.
  • Week 4: Additional Lean Topics
    ‍    Learn additional Lean concepts such as Poka-Yoke and Kaizen events, as well as the critical success factors for process improvement projects.

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Cost:
$495
Next Start Date:
June 1, 2025
100% Online
Self Study
4 Weeks
16 Hours
1.6 CEUs / 16 PDUs
Enroll Now

Who Should Register?

Learning how to apply Lean Six Sigma successfully takes time and practice. This course was specifically designed to help get you started on your process improvement journey and is tailored to a self-paced format to allow you to understand the material thoroughly before moving on to more advanced topics.

Yellow Belt training is ideal for those looking to gain a high-level overview of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to contribute to process improvement projects and use the strategies in their day-to-day tasks.

Alumni May Be Eligible for a 10% Tuition Reduction

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Cost:
$495
Next Start Date:
June 1, 2025
100% Online
Self Study
4 Weeks
16 Hours
1.6 CEUs / 16 PDUs
Enroll Now

Career Benefits

Individuals who have completed any level of Six Sigma belt training earn nearly $12,000 more on average than those without any Six Sigma education.*

*2023 ASQ Salary Survey: The Complete Report, December 2023. Salary by highest Six Sigma belt for U.S. and Canadian respondents. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-tern economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth or salary potential. Certificate program options do not guarantee career or salary outcomes. Students should conduct independent research for specific employment information.

Cost:
$495
Next Start Date:
June 1, 2025
100% Online
Self Study
4 Weeks
16 Hours
1.6 CEUs / 16 PDUs
Enroll Now

Lean Six Sigma Program Guide

Get a detailed look at Emory’s Lean Six Sigma certificate programs. This comprehensive guide covers course structure, belt levels, learning outcomes, and how each certification can elevate your career. Start your path toward process improvement and leadership today.

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Why Choose Emory

  • Emory is nationally recognized for its academic excellence
  • For nearly 70 years, ECE has assisted with thousands of noncredit student enrollments each year from the metro Atlanta community and beyond
  • Students can access the Yellow Belt course content for six months after their start date
  • Students who successfully complete the Yellow Belt course will receive a digital certificate of completion and a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certificate badge through ECE

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