Lean Six Sigma qualifications equip you with the tools to streamline processes, minimise waste, and improve quality. By mastering Lean’s efficiency principles and Six Sigma’s problem-solving techniques, you can drive measurable results in any organisation. Whether you’re advancing your career or aiming to boost team performance, this globally recognised qualification helps you achieve success through operational excellence and sustained improvements.
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Lean Six Sigma training
Lean Six Sigma combines Lean’s waste-reduction principles with Six Sigma’s quality improvement methods to enhance efficiency and performance.
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Why choose Lean Six Sigma?
Lean Six Sigma is a globally recognised methodology that blends Lean’s efficiency focus with Six Sigma’s precision to optimise processes and reduce errors. Its Belt levels – Yellow, Green, and Black – offer structured pathways for skill development, from foundational knowledge to expert leadership in quality improvement.
Studying Lean Six Sigma boosts your ability to drive operational excellence, enhances career prospects, and delivers measurable results for organisations.
What will you gain?
- Master techniques to streamline processes and eliminate inefficiencies
- Gain expertise in data-driven decision-making and root cause analysis
- Develop strategies for reducing waste and improving organisational quality
- Learn to lead projects that deliver measurable, sustainable improvements
- Build problem-solving skills applicable across industries and business functions
- Achieve the confidence to drive change and optimise team performance
Lean Six Sigma courses explained
Yellow Belt
Green Belt
Black Belt
Yellow Belt
The Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt course introduces you to the fundamentals of process improvement, blending Lean and Six Sigma principles. You'll learn to identify inefficiencies, define project goals, and measure performance using statistical tools. Gain skills in applying Lean controls to sustain improvements and embed a culture of continuous improvement. This certification equips you to contribute effectively to improvement initiatives, supporting efficiency, quality, and long-term success within your organisation.
Green Belt
The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course equips you with the skills to lead process improvement projects and enhance business performance. You’ll explore the DMAIC framework (define, measure, analyse, improve, control), and gain hands-on experience applying Lean principles to solve practical challenges. With training in Minitab for statistical analysis and real-world case studies, you’ll learn to identify inefficiencies, analyse data, and implement sustainable improvements. This certification prepares you to manage Six Sigma teams and deliver measurable organisational success.
Black Belt
The Lean Six Sigma Black Belt course prepares you to lead complex improvement initiatives and manage Green Belt teams effectively. This advanced certification provides in-depth training on DMAIC, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), and Lean principles, such as 5S, value stream mapping, and mistake-proofing. You’ll master advanced statistical techniques, process mapping, and total productive maintenance (TPM) to enhance quality and efficiency. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to drive strategic change, optimise processes, and improve organisational profitability.
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FAQs
Lean Six Sigma courses cover the principles of Lean and Six Sigma, equipping you with skills to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve quality. Levels include Yellow, Green, and Black Belts, progressing from foundational to advanced expertise.
What is Lean Six Sigma, and how does it benefit me?
Lean Six Sigma is a methodology that combines Lean's efficiency focus with Six Sigma's quality improvement tools. It helps you streamline processes, reduce errors, and improve organisational performance, all of which are valuable skills for career advancement.
Which Lean Six Sigma Belt level should I start with?
If you’re new to Lean Six Sigma, the Yellow Belt is ideal. It provides foundational knowledge. The Green Belt suits those ready for leadership roles in projects, while the Black Belt is for advanced process improvement professionals.
Do I need any prior experience to enrol in a Lean Six Sigma course?
No prior experience is needed for Yellow or Green Belts. Black Belt courses usually require knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles, often gained through completing a Green Belt.
Are Lean Six Sigma certifications recognised globally?
Yes, Lean Six Sigma certifications are internationally recognised, making them highly valued across industries and organisations worldwide.
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Classroom
Our in-person classroom courses provide an interactive and collaborative learning environment, where you will benefit from the knowledge and passion our trainers bring to the subject.
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Our virtual courses provide the personal teaching experience of a classroom with the ease and flexibility of a virtual environment. All the benefits, without the travel!
Blended
Our blended courses combine eLearning with face-to-face training. Study the Foundation certification at your own pace and then use the Practitioner workshop to put the theory into practice.
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