Lean Certifications
Build Real Improvement Capability
Certification programs that develop practical skills. Your team learns by solving real problems, not studying for tests.
Two Paths to Lean Expertise
Whether you need foundational skills or advanced project leadership, we have a program that fits. Both certifications focus on practical application in your organization.
Foundation Level
Lean Practitioner
8+ daysFoundation-level training for anyone involved in improvement work. Learn to see waste, understand flow, and contribute to problem-solving efforts.
Ideal For
- Team members participating in improvement projects
- Supervisors and team leads
- Support staff in quality, maintenance, or logistics
- Anyone new to lean methodology
What You'll Learn
- Identify and categorize the 8 wastes
- Map simple processes and identify improvement opportunities
- Participate effectively in problem-solving activities
- Use basic visual management techniques
- Apply 5S principles to your work area
- Understand the foundation of continuous improvement
How It Works
2 days of hands-on trainingMix of instruction and practical exercisesApply concepts to your actual work environmentCertification upon completion
Advanced Level
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
8+ daysProject leadership skills for those who will lead improvement initiatives. Learn to scope projects, lead teams, analyze data, and sustain results.
Ideal For
- Continuous improvement professionals
- Operations and production leaders
- Quality and process engineers
- Mid-level managers driving change
- Anyone leading improvement projects
What You'll Learn
- Scope and charter improvement projects
- Lead cross-functional improvement teams
- Use data analysis to identify root causes
- Apply advanced problem-solving tools
- Implement control systems that sustain gains
- Coach others in lean methodology
How It Works
8 days of training spread over several weeksComplete a real improvement project in your organizationReceive coaching support throughout the projectPresent results and demonstrate measurable impactCertification upon successful project completion
Which Program Is Right?
Choose Lean Practitioner if:
Foundation- You're new to lean concepts
- You participate in but don't lead projects
- You want foundational skills quickly
- You need a common language for your team
Choose Lean Six Sigma if:
Advanced- You'll lead improvement projects
- You need advanced analytical skills
- You want to coach and develop others
- You're building a formal improvement program
Why Our Certifications Are Different
- Real projects, not case studies. You work on actual problems in your organization.
- Coaching included. You get support between sessions to apply what you learn.
- Practical focus. Every tool we teach has been proven in real organizations.
- Flexible delivery. In-person, virtual, or hybrid to fit how your team works.
Ready to build your team's capability?
Let's discuss which certification program would best serve your team's development goals.