Lean Six Sigma

'The ability to remove waste from a process is a skill every employee must possess.'

Overview

Lean Six Sigma GREEN BELT is a globally recognised qualification. It was designed to validate your ability to lead general value adding improvement projects that positively impact the business objectives of organisations in some way.

Soarent Vision's Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification is formal recognition that an individual has demonstrated clear understanding and proficiency in the application of the basic Lean Six Sigma body of knowledge to a standard of governance relevant to a Green Belt level improvement professional.

Soarent Vision's Green Belt Certification will position you as high potential employee and help you gain an advantage in an extremely competitive market. It is an investment in your career and your future business prospects.

The Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB)

The Certified LSSGB is a business improvement professional who:

• Can clearly explain the principles of Lean and Six Sigma
• Can demonstrate a sound understanding of the DMAIC model in its application as an improvement project process using both Lean and Six Sigma methods
• Can effectively facilitate a simple improvement project and lead a project team that generates quantifiable value for an organisation
• Is able to effectively utilise the basic tools of Lean and Six Sigma to remove waste and raise performance levels of core business processes

Requirements for Certification

Certification is open to anybody provided they can meet the specified standard. The requirements of a Soarent Vision Certified LSSGB are:

• Has at least 3 years of practical working experience
• Is certified as having completed formal Green Belt training with a reputable training provider
• Has led at least 1 improvement project using basic Lean and Six Sigma methodology
• Can produce signed Affidavits to validate their project completion and the quantified value returned by their work
• Is able to demonstrate their knowledge of the Lean Six Sigma body of knowledge relevant to the level of Green Belt as defined by Soarent Vision

This certification forms a part of the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification though it is not required to undertake the full BB Certification. Once you are are a Soarent Vision Certified LSSGB, you can continue on at a later time and pursue Black Belt certification.

The Process

Undertaking Soarent Vision's Lean Six Sigma Certification involves a number of simple steps.

1. Register and obtain a Certification Kit (see below for registration)
2. Submit your application for certification (relevant forms are provided in your certification kit)
3. Choose an examination date and advise Soarent Vision of the preferred examination centre
4. Prepare for the examination (a study guide is provided in your certification kit)
5. Sit the examination on the date chosen

Examination

Every candidate is required to pass a written examination that consists of a combination of multiple choice questions, problem solving questions and interpretation questions that are designed to indicate the candidates comprehension of the body of knowledge.

• Examinations are offered in the English language only
• Examinations are conducted 2 times per year (in June and December) by Soarent Vision in major cities or internally with an appointed examination supervisor
• GB and full BB examinations are conducted at the same time and in the same location
• All examinations are open-book
• Candidates are required to work alone
• Each candidate must bring his or her own reference materials, text books, computer and software - the use of these resources is explained in examination joining instructions

Body of Knowledge

The body of knowledge tested in the examination is drawn from the following 3 text books.

• Process Alchemy with Lean Six Sigma - 2nd Edition
• Process Mastery with Lean Six Sigma - 2nd Edition
• It's Still Not a Problem - Systematic Problem Solving for Business

These text books can be purchased online here.

Preparing for the Examination

A study guide is provided for candidates upon registration. It details the body of knowledge relevant to the level of examination chosen.

How To Register

• Click on the most appropriate examination date link below
• Submit your details
• Pay the certification fee
• Obtain your certification kit

Green Belt Certification

Fees

• Certification Fee - $450 (includes a non-refundable application fee of $100)
• Examination Re-sit Fee - $250