Six Sigma specialists are tasked with supporting the project lead and provides a stepping stone to this advanced classification as well. Successful participants in this program will be poised to work on small, defined Six Sigma projects within an organization, requiring less oversight by the assigned manager. This ability to free up supervisory time reduces costs and increases productivity for entire projects, which presents significant value to both current and prospective employers. Whether in healthcare, finance, government, manufacturing or any other industry, Six Sigma Green Belt training is ideal for current professionals looking toward advancement in their current position as well as individuals looking to gain employment with any firm that utilizes these concepts and techniques.

This program walks learners through key foundational Six Sigma information, guides learners through the five steps of the DMAIC methodology, and demonstrates how a Six Sigma approach can benefit organizations in several, diverse industries or business sectors. Course assignments detail the tools and skills learners will implement as they apply a Six Sigma approach to process improvement activities, and show practitioners how they can contribute as important members of improvement teams. Throughout the course, learners will be tested on their understanding and comprehension of course topics through challenging exercises, interactive games, and case study assignments. Each module also includes comprehensive quizzes and tests that learners can use to gauge their progress and prepare for each of the two 50-question practice exams at the course end, as well as summaries and study guides that can be used for review. Video segments from subject matter experts also supplement the course material, to provide real-world examples and enhanced understanding of important concepts and best practices.

Program Objectives

After completing this program, learners will be able to:

• Justify the value of Six Sigma metrics
• Analyze customer information within a potential Six Sigma project
• Apply the design for Six Sigma (DFSS) process
• Apply theories of team dynamics to improve Six Sigma process
• Apply the Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control (DMAIC) process
• Generate process management documentation
• Analyze the effects of statistical process control (SPC) on performance Analyze process capability in the context of performance
• Apply design of experiments (DOE) to a potential project
  

Certification Opportunities

After completing this program, learners will have the option to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field.

American Society for Quality (ASQ) (NWCA) Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB)

Optional Volunteer Externship Opportunity

Learners who complete this program are eligible to participate in an optional volunteer externship opportunity with a local company/agency/organization whose work aligns with this area of study in order to gain valuable hands-on experience.  As learners progress through their eLearning program, an Externship Coordinator will reach out to coordinate placement.

Note: Additional documentation including health records, immunizations, drug-screening, criminal background checks, etc. may be required by the externship facility.