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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Certification

Name: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Certification
Rating: 4.6 (1097 reviews)

Apply DMAIC, Lean, quality tools, process mapping, root cause analysis and controls to support improvement projects

Created byRobert Chapman | Business Improvement Solutions

Last updated 8/2026

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What you'll learn

You will become certified in Lean Six Sigma: Yellow Belt level
You will learn how to deploy successful Lean Six Sigma projects
Identify opportunities to reduce time, cost and waste
You will be able to deploy tried and tested tools to reduce errors, issues and waste
You will have the right level of knowledge to upskill your peers in this area
You will upskill in the DMAIC project management framework, giving you vital skills in demand in today's workforce
You will be certified in an area in demand across all industries and types of organization
You will know how to practically deploy a range of tools spanning this whole field
You will become experienced in root cause analysis, process mapping, process improvement, problem solving, solutioning etc.
You will have a badge on your resume identifying your ability to improve your organization from within - a huge win for your career!

Course content

12 sections • 136 lectures • 10h 55m total length

Introduction3:39
In this video, we will look at what is going to be covered within this course.
Disclaimer0:57
In this video, we will run through a brief disclaimer for this course.
What is the purpose of this course?4:48
In this video, we will look at the purpose of this course.

Quality in people7:12
In this video, we will look at regular personalities through a quality spectrum.
What is quality?9:47
In this video, we will look at quality in more depth.
Examples of quality3:23
In this video, we will look through a range of examples of quality in practice.
Why a focus on quality is important6:15
In this video, we will look at why a focus on quality is important.
The 7 tools of quality0:42
In this video, we will take a high level overview of the 7 tools of quality.
Tool 1: Process Map6:00
In this video, we will explore this tool of quality in more detail.
Tool 2: Check Sheet3:55
In this video, we will explore this tool of quality in more detail.
Tool 3: Histogram6:28
In this video, we will explore this tool of quality in more detail.
Tool 4: Pareto Chart3:58
In this video, we will explore this tool of quality in more detail.
Tool 5: Fishbone Diagram4:08
In this video, we will explore this tool of quality in more detail.
Tool 6: 5 Whys4:14
In this video, we will explore this tool of quality in more detail.
Tool 7: Run Chart4:32
In this video, we will explore this tool of quality in more detail.
Section quiz

What is Lean?10:02
In this video, we will look at Lean in more detail.
Lean: Benefits & drawbacks5:45
In this video, we will explore the benefits and drawbacks of Lean.
History of Lean3:47
In this video, we will look at the history of Lean.
VA vs. NVA - Value add10:45
In this video, we will look at the concept of value add.
VA vs. NVA - Non-value add7:36
In this video, we will explore the concept of non-value add.
VA vs. NVA - Non-value add but necessary6:29
In this video, we will explore the concept of non-value add but necessary.
Maximising value5:23
In this video, we will look at the role Lean can play in creating value in our processes.
Process5:24
In this video, we will look at the importance of the "process" within Lean.
Lean practice exercise
Section quiz

What is Six Sigma?4:38
In this video, we will look at Six Sigma in more detail.
What is Six Sigma - continued6:33
In this video, we will explore Six Sigma further.
Benefits & drawbacks of Six Sigma4:14
In this video, we will explore the benefits and drawbacks of Six Sigma.
History of Six Sigma2:05
In this video, we will look at the history of Six Sigma.
Good quality vs. Six Sigma quality4:51
In this video, we will compare good quality and Six Sigma quality.
Six Sigma level8:07
In this video, we will look at how you identify your Six Sigma level.
Belts & roles4:34
In this video, we will explore the key belts and roles within Six Sigma.
Process Sigma practice exercise
Section quiz

Overview5:40
In this video, we will run through an overview of the DMAIC structure.
Y = f(x)6:40
In this video, we will look at the key equation within Lean Six Sigma.
Pre-project activities4:16
In this video, we will explore what activities you should think about conducting before your project kicks off.
Tollgate3:39
In this video, we will look at the role of the tollgate within Lean Six Sigma projects.
Scenario3:09
In this video, we will look at the scenario we will follow throughout this course.
Y = f(x) practice exercise
Section quiz

Purpose of define2:30
In this video, we will introduce the define stage.
Project Charter7:11
In this video, we will look at the role of the Project Charter in a DMAIC project.
Project Charter: Project name2:25
In this video, we will look at how to create the perfect project name.
Project Charter: Problem statement3:29
In this video, we will look at how to create the perfect problem statement.
Project Charter: Business case3:30
In this video, we will look at how to create the perfect business case.
Project Charter: Goals statement4:03
In this video, we will look at how to create the perfect goals statement.
Project Charter: Scope2:24
In this video, we will look at how to create the right project scope.
Project Charter: Roles4:56
In this video, we will look at how to identify the right roles for your project.
Project Charter: Timeline3:31
In this video, we will look at how to correctly plan the timeline for your project.
Project Plan7:02
In this video, we will look at the role of the Project Plan in a DMAIC project.
Stakeholder Analysis10:14
In this video, we will look at the role of the Stakeholder Analysis in a DMAIC project.
Communication Plan10:22
In this video, we will look at the role of the Communication Plan in a DMAIC project.
SIPOC mapping5:04
In this video, we will look at the role of the SIPOC mapping in a DMAIC project.
SIPOC demonstration6:21
In this video, we will run through a SIPOC demonstration.
VOC capture5:13
In this video, we will look at the role of the VOC capture in a DMAIC project.
VOC capture: Who is our customer?3:53
In this video, we will look at the role of the VOC capture: Who is our customer in a DMAIC project.
VOC capture: Interviews3:05
In this video, we will look at the role of the VOC capture: Interviews in a DMAIC project.
Interviews - How to conduct them3:54
In this video, we will look at how you conduct successful VOC interviews.
Interviews - Questions to ask5:08
In this video, we will look at the types of questions to ask.
VOC capture: Point of use observation2:10
In this video, we will look at the role of the VOC capture: Point of use observation in a DMAIC project.
Point of use observation - How to conduct them3:21
In this video, we will explore how to conduct the point of use observation.
Point of use observation - Questions to ask4:51
In this video, we will explore the types of questions to ask during this exercise.
VOC capture: Focus groups2:33
In this video, we will look at the role of the VOC capture: Focus groups in a DMAIC project.
Focus groups - How to conduct them4:08
In this video, we will explore how to successfully conduct focus groups.
Focus groups - Example3:50
In this video, we will look at an example focus group.
VOC capture: Surveys2:10
In this video, we will look at the role of the VOC capture: Surveys in a DMAIC project.
Surveys - How to conduct them3:29
In this video, we will look at how you deploy surveys.
Surveys - Questions to ask3:47
In this video, we will look at the types of questions to ask in surveys.
VOC capture: Kano Analysis2:31
In this video, we will look at the role of the VOC capture: Kano Analysis in a DMAIC project.
Kano Analysis - How to conduct them4:32
In this video, we will explore how to deliver a Kano Analysis.
Kano Analysis - Demonstration8:27
In this video, we will run through a demonstration of a Kano Analysis.
VOC capture: CTQ Tree2:22
In this video, we will look at the role of the VOC capture: CTQ Tree in a DMAIC project.
CTQ Tree - How to conduct them3:44
In this video, we will explore how to deliver a CTQ Tree.
CTQ Tree - Demonstration7:02
In this video, we will explore a demonstration of the CTQ Tree.
Define TOLLGATE1:16
In this video, we will look at the role of the TOLLGATE in the define stage of a DMAIC project.
Define practice exercise
Section quiz

Purpose of measure2:35
In this video, we will introduce the measure stage.
Map out the process5:10
In this video, we will look at the role of the mapping out the process in a DMAIC project.
Map out the process - Demonstration3:53
In this video, we will run through a demonstration of how to map out a process in flowchart form.
Data Collection Plan5:01
In this video, we will look at the role of the Data Collection Plan in a DMAIC project.
Data Collection Plan - Demonstration4:00
In this video, we will run through a demonstration of how to build out this plan.
Data collection6:12
In this video, we will look at the role of data collection in a DMAIC project.
Identify the key Ys5:39
In this video, we will look at the role of identifying the key Ys in a DMAIC project.
MSA14:45
In this video, we will look at the role of MSA in a DMAIC project.
Process stability4:19
In this video, we will look at the role of checking the process stability.
Process capability3:59
In this video, we will look at the role of checking the process capability.
Process stability & capability graphs (with example)3:37
In this video, we will look at how to graphically represent process stability and capability.
Measure TOLLGATE0:51
In this video, we will look at the role of the TOLLGATE in the measure stage of a DMAIC project.
Measure practice exercise
Section quiz

Purpose of analyze1:56
In this video, we will introduce the analyze stage.
Establish process Sigma7:50
In this video, we will look at the role of establishing the process Sigma in a DMAIC project.
Root cause analysis: An introduction3:18
In this video, we will introduce the role of root cause analysis in a DMAIC project.
RCA: Fishbone Diagram2:54
In this video, we will look at the role of the Fishbone Diagram tool in a DMAIC project.
Fishbone Diagram - How to conduct them4:12
In this video, we will explore how to conduct a Fishbone Diagram.
Fishbone Diagram - Demonstration5:15
In this video, we will run through a demonstration of a Fishbone Diagram.
RCA: 5 Whys2:00
In this video, we will look at the role of the 5 Whys tool in a DMAIC project.
5 Whys - How to conduct them4:16
In this video, we will explore how to deliver a 5 Whys Diagram.
5 Whys - Demonstration3:45
In this video, we will look at a demonstration of how to deliver a 5 Whys Diagram.
Identify the key Xs7:55
In this video, we will look at the role of identifying the key Xs in a DMAIC project.
Control Impact Matrix6:00
In this video, we will look at the role of the Control Impact Matrix in a DMAIC project.
Control Impact Matrix - Demonstration5:50
In this video, we will run through a demonstration of a Control Impact Matrix.
Analyze the process4:49
In this video, we will look at the role of analyzing the process in a DMAIC project.
Analyze the process - Demonstration5:53
In this video, we will run through a demonstration of how to analyze your process.
Gap analysis5:14
In this video, we will look at the role of the gap analysis in a DMAIC project.
Gap analysis - Demonstration6:59
In this video, we will explore a demonstration of a gap analysis.
Analyze TOLLGATE1:10
In this video, we will look at the role of the TOLLGATE in the analyze stage of a DMAIC project.
Analyze practice exercise
Section quiz

Purpose of improve2:25
In this video, we will introduce the improve stage.
Develop potential solutions7:59
In this video, we will look at the role of developing potential solutions in a DMAIC project.
Develop potential solutions - Demonstration4:25
In this video, we will explore the solution finding activities required.
Solution selection: An introduction4:45
In this video, we will introduce the role of solution selection in a DMAIC project.
SS: Solution Selection Matrix2:07
In this video, we will look at the role of the Solution Selection Matrix tool in a DMAIC project.
SS: Solution Selection Matrix - How to conduct them3:46
In this video, we will explore how to conduct this tool.
SS: Solution Selection Matrix - Demonstration8:34
In this video, we will explore a demonstration of deploying this tool in practice.
SS: Multivoting2:07
In this video, we will look at the role of the Multivoting tool in a DMAIC project.
SS: Multivoting - How to conduct them3:52
In this video, we will explore how to deliver multivoting activities.
Multivoting - Demonstration5:03
In this video, we will explore how to deploy multivoting through a demonstration.
Pilot test5:50
In this video, we will look at the role of pilot testing in a DMAIC project.
Pilot test - Demonstration5:20
In this video, we will explore a demonstration of the pilot test.
Implementation Plan4:30
In this video, we will look at the role of the implementation plan in a DMAIC project.
Implementation Plan - Demonstration3:35
In this video, we will explore a demonstration of the Implementation Plan.
Implement solution8:57
In this video, we will look at the role of implementing the solution in a DMAIC project.
Map new process4:35
In this video, we will look at the role of mapping the new process in a DMAIC project.
Map the new process - Demonstration4:51
In this video, we will explore a demonstration of mapping the new process.
Improve TOLLGATE0:48
In this video, we will look at the role of the TOLLGATE in the improve stage of a DMAIC project.
Improve practice exercise
Section quiz

Purpose of control2:14
In this video, we will introduce the control stage.
Control Plan7:08
In this video, we will look at the role of the Control Plan in a DMAIC project.
Control Plan - Demonstration4:43
In this video, we will explore how to build out a Control Plan.
Control measures7:40
In this video, we will look at the role of control measures in a DMAIC project.
Control measures - Example4:24
In this video, we will explore some examples of control measures.
Control charts7:27
In this video, we will look at the role of control charts in a DMAIC project.
Documentation update5:20
In this video, we will look at the role of documentation update in a DMAIC project.
Benefits realization6:30
In this video, we will look at the role of benefits realization in a DMAIC project.
Benefits realization - presentation example7:09
In this video, we will explore an example of how to present your realized benefits.
Close project4:16
In this video, we will look at the role of closing the project in a DMAIC project.
Control practice exercise
Section quiz

Requirements

No prior Lean Six Sigma knowledge is required.
Bring a real or example situation to use during the course.
A spreadsheet or note-taking tool is helpful but not required.
Use the course Q&A if you need help.

Description

Lean Six Sigma is an extremely powerful methodology, capable of saving organisations vast amounts of money and time. Having the skills, knowledge and understanding given by Lean Six Sigma is increasingly important in today's workplace. Organisations want their employees and consultants to know how to make processes more efficient, how to increase the quality of products and how to save time and money that can ultimately be reinvested back into the organisation.

This Yellow Belt course will develop your knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, enabling you to deliver full end-to-end projects using this methodology. In this course we will cover:

- Quality. What quality is, its importance and delivery options.

- Lean. What is Lean, its history, the 8 key wastes, value adding and non-value adding steps, how to create value within your process and more.

- Six Sigma. What is Six Sigma, its history, good quality vs. Six Sigma quality, the project management approach of DMAIC, roles and more.

- The customer. Looking at the voice of the customer and establishing what is critical to quality.

- The DMAIC end-to-end project management process: The bulk of the course will show you how to identify, build and deliver successful projects using the Lean Six Sigma methodology, and how to ensure you maximise its benefits!

- Exam. As well as tools and other resources, an exam and certificate of completion is offered at the end of this course.

Once you have completed this course, you will be able to deliver project support or full end-to-end projects using the Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools. This skill is now in high demand as organisations look to stay competitive in today's market, so delivering savings and efficiencies on a large scale will set you apart from the crowd.

Who this course is for:

Quality and continuous improvement practitioners
Operations managers improving performance and flow
Team leaders responsible for waste, quality or delivery
Business owners building more capable and reliable operations

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Course content

Introduction3 lectures • 9min

Fundamentals of Quality12 lectures • 1hr 1min

Lean8 lectures • 55min

Six Sigma7 lectures • 35min

DMAIC5 lectures • 23min

Define35 lectures • 2hr 34min

Measure12 lectures • 1hr

Analyze17 lectures • 1hr 19min

Improve18 lectures • 1hr 23min

Control10 lectures • 57min

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