Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is a process-improvement strategy that combines techniques and tools to identify and eliminate waste with data analysis to help reduce process variation.
The following LSS certification options are available at Wake Tech:
- Yellow Belt
Get an overview of LSS and an introduction to the core concepts of the LSS process-improvement methodology. Discuss the cost of poor quality, the voice of the customer, review core LSS project tools, process mapping, data collection and error-proofing. - Green Belt
Work on detailed value-stream maps and identify areas of waste with an in-depth look at the sources of defects and the associated quality issues. Apply LSS tools, including statistical analysis, to reduce sources of waste and verify the effectiveness of their solutions. - Black Belt
Get intensive training and hands-on exercises that will teach you how to deploy and lead process-improvement strategies effectively within your enterprise. The training will conclude with two coached projects where you must demonstrate the ability to lead and implement process improvement using LSS tools and integrated strategies.
Industry-recognized credential: Lean Six Sigma Process Improvement Methodologies
Complete in: One to three months
Lean Six Sigma Courses
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Course Objectives
Identify Six Sigma and Lean foundations and principles
Understand DMAIC Methodology
Use quality tools for successful application
Outline of Instruction
Introduction to Lean Six Sigma, LSS History, Principles and Strategy, LSS Typical Benefits, Yellow Belt Roles and Responsibilities, Eight Wastes, 5S, Standard Work, Process Flow, Pull vs. Push, Visual Controls and Management, Theory of Constraints (ToC)
DMAIC Framework, Organizational Functions vs. Process, Understanding Variation, Project Charters, SIPOC Diagrams, Voice of the Customer, Value Stream Mapping, Cause and Effects Analysis, 5 Whys, Mistake Proofing, Point of Use, Control Plans
Contact Hours
8
CEUs
Yes
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
None
Website
None
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
None
Learning Supplies Needed
What is Lean Six Sigma
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
100% attendance
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
For leaders and emerging leaders in the workforce.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Related Courses
Course Contact Information
Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]
No active courses available at this time.
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
Wake Tech’s Notify Me service
for SEF-3001OQ2-Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Course Objectives
Communicate Lean Six Sigma concepts
Use Lean Six Sigma concepts to create an alignment between processes and business mission and objectives
Understand and apply the DMAIC model as a framework to organize process-improvement activity
Implement process improvement techniques, including design of experiments, Kaizen event and 5S within the DMAIC model
Develop a Lean Six Sigma project using the DMAIC model
Outline of Instruction
Supply Chain Management, Paradigms and Group Think, Systems Management, Definition of Lean, ToC, Six Sigma, Stages of a Rapid Improvement Event (RIE), Team Building, LSS Roles and Responsibilities, Introduction to SigmaXL, Takt, Cycle, Lead Time, Preview of Statistical Errors
Steps for Statistical Tests, Capability Analysis Preview, Cost of Poor Quality, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Project Charter, Goal Statement, Scope Statement, Understanding Customer's CTQs, SIPOC Diagrams
Communication Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Communication Plan, Tollgate Reviews, Risk Analysis, Project Documentation, Introduction to Statistics, Central Limit Theorem, Applied Statistics, Introduction to Probability
Introduction to Probability, Data Collection, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, Measurement Systems Analysis, Green Belt Improvement Tools, Lean to Remove Waste, Brainstorming, Spaghetti Diagram, 5S
Batch Size Reduction, Functional Layout, Cellular Flow, Point-of-Use Storage, Flexible Operators, Quality at the Source, Mistake Proofing, TPM, Quick Changeover, Standard Work
Theory of Constraints (ToC), Lean Principles, Push vs. Pull, Line Balancing, Kanbans, Check Sheets, Run Chart, Histogram, Dot Plot, Pareto Chart, Scatter Plots, Correlation, SPC Control Charts
Capability Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Box Plots, Hypothesis Testing, F-Tests for Variance, Analysis of Variance, Regression Analysis, Sources of solutions, Piloting the Solution
Introduction to DoE, Improvement Newspaper, Target Progress Report, Control Plans, Final Exam
Contact Hours
64
CEUs
Yes
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
None
Website
None
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Yellow Belt Course Completion Certificate
Learning Supplies Needed
Laptop computer equipped with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, SigmaXL Statistical Software (not provided), pen or pencil
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
85% attendance
Satisfactory completion of final exam
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Leaders and emerging leaders in workforce
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Project Management
Related Courses
Course Contact Information
Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]
No active courses available at this time.
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
Wake Tech’s Notify Me service
for MFG-3000A2-Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Exam Cost Included)
Course Objectives
Understand how to streamline projects from start to finish by using Lean Six Sigma.
Learn how to help potential employers by identifying problems in processes and offering sustainable solutions.
Become fully prepared to take the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification exam.
Create added efficiency in any workplace, which is enticing to prospective employers and clients.
Outline of Instruction
Introduction to Green Belt Training
Define Phase - How to define the problem
Measure Phase - How to measure the current process
Analyze Phase - How to identify the cause of the problem
Improve Phase - How to implement and verify the solution
Control Phase - How to maintain the solution
Contact Hours
50
CEUs
No
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
None
Website
None
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course; however, it is highly recommended that you have some history of professional work experience (full-time, part-time, internship, volunteer work, etc.) to successfully complete course assignments and projects. The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification requires you to complete your own real-world project and an exam to be successfully completed. It is strongly recommended that the business project be completed at your place of employment. Projects are subject to approval by Master Black Belt Coaches.
Learning Supplies Needed
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Office (not included in enrollment) or LibreOffice (free) or Google Docs (free).
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
If you're interested in learning the process improvement method of Lean Six Sigma, this course is for you!
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
No active courses available at this time.
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
Wake Tech’s Notify Me service
for SEF-3001FKG-Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Exam Cost Included)
.
Six Sigma: Total Quality Fundamentals
Course Objectives
Learn the fundamentals, history, and key concepts of the total quality movement.
Study how to increase the value of your company through motivational models, leadership, teamwork, and quality standards.
Outline of Instruction
Lesson 1 - Introduction to Quality
Lesson 2 - Customers and Organization
Lesson 3 - Nonquality Costs and Variation
Lesson 4 - Assessment and Leadership
Lesson 5 - Motivation and Change
Lesson 6 - Team Building and Training
Lesson 7 - TEI and Measuring Performance
Lesson 8 - Standards and Auditing
Lesson 9 - External and Internal Auditing
Lesson 10 - ISO 9000
Lesson 11 - More Standards and Systems
Lesson 12 - Quality Culture and Fallacies
Contact Hours
24
CEUs
No
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
None
Website
None
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Learning Supplies Needed
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
• Students must successfully pass 10 quizzes with a minimum grade of 70% by the second quiz attempt.
• If all quizzes are not passed with 70 or better by the second attempt, the final exam score must be 70% or higher on the first attempt for successful completion.
• The Final Exam must be taken by the Wake Tech course end date.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
If you are interested in learning how to increase the value of your company through motivational models, leadership, teamwork, and quality standards, this course is for you!
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 329536 | 05/13/26 - 07/03/26 | Online | 77.00 | 20 |
Course Cancelled
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| 329517 | 06/17/26 - 08/07/26 | Online | 77.00 | 20 | Register |
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech’s Notify Me service for MLS-3230JE-Six Sigma: Total Quality Fundamentals .
Six Sigma: Total Quality Applications
Course Objectives
Learn to apply the elements and methods of Six Sigma to achieve the highest possible quality.
Outline of Instruction
Lesson 1 - DMAIC and Basic Statistics
Lesson 2 - Six Sigma: The Business Case
Lesson 3 - Define: The D of DMAIC
Lesson 4 - Measure Part I: The M of DMAIC
Lesson 5 - Measure Part II: The M of DMAIC
Lesson 6 - Analyze Part I: The A of DMAIC
Lesson 7 - Analyze Part II: The A of DMAIC
Lesson 8 - Project Management Phases
Lesson 9 - Project Definition and Scheduling
Lesson 10 - Improve: The I of DMAIC
Lesson 11 - Control: The C of DMAIC
Lesson 12 - Thinking Lean
Contact Hours
24
CEUs
No
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
None
Website
None
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Completion of Total Quality Fundamentals.
Learning Supplies Needed
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
This course is for those who are interested in learning how to effectively apply the elements of Six Sigma to achieve the highest quality.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 329474 | 06/17/26 - 08/07/26 | Online | 77.00 | 20 | Register |
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech’s Notify Me service for MFG-3111AE-Six Sigma: Total Quality Applications .
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
Course Objectives
Learn why organizations implement Six Sigma and the relationship between Lean concepts and Six Sigma
Explore how to apply Six Sigma in product and process design and apply the voice of the customer (VOC) to the voice of the process (VOP)
Study how to incorporate high-performing team concepts
Learn how to apply process control as a replacement for appraisal/inspection
Study how to use statistical distributions and apply design of experiments (DOE)
Outline of Instruction
Six Sigma and organizational goals
Lean principles in the organization
Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies
Voice of the customer (VOC), project identification, project management basics
Management and planning tools, business results for projects
Process analysis and documentation, probability and statistics
Collecting and summarizing data
Measurement system analysis (MSA)
Process and performance capability
Exploratory data analysis
Design of experiments (DOE)
Root cause analysis, Lean tools
Statistical process control (SPC)
Control plan, Lean tools for process control
Contact Hours
120
CEUs
No
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
None
Website
None
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Prior to taking this course, you must be knowledgeable in basic algebra and statistics.
Learning Supplies Needed
Hardware requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or a Mac.
Software requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later
Mac: macOS 12 or later
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account
Instructional material requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately seven to 10 business days after enrollment: "An Introduction to Six Sigma and Process Improvement" and "The Certified Six Sigma Green Belt Handbook."
NOTE: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on back order.
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
N/A
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
If you are interested in preparing for the Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, this course is for you!
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
No active courses available at this time.
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
Wake Tech’s Notify Me service
for SEF-3001CNG-Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
.
