Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

Do you want to improve your business credentials or enter a new career as a quality specialist? The Six Sigma methodology is a data-driven approach to removing defects and improving processes in any business. Wherever you are on your career path, earning your Six Sigma Green Belt certification will allow you to stay a step ahead. This Six Sigma training course will teach you process improvement from start to finish and prepare you for the Six Sigma Green Belt certification offered through the American Society for Quality (ASQ).

Six Sigma Green Belts are employees who spend some of their time on process improvement teams. They analyze and solve quality problems, and are involved with quality improvement projects. Comprehensive Six Sigma courses are designed for individuals who want to deliver meaningful results and lasting impacts in the areas of quality, cost containment, revenue enhancement, and customer satisfaction.

This course teaches the framework of the ASQ Six Sigma Green Belt Body of Knowledge and how to apply key process improvement methods and concepts in various settings, including manufacturing, service, and not-for-profit organizations. It allows you to test and apply the framework through quizzes, engaging exercises, fun games, and case studies. This unique course design provides on-the-job readiness to analyze quality problems and be involved in continuous improvement projects in the real world. It's one of the best online courses for Six Sigma certification prep.

What you will learn

• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
• Why organizations implement Six Sigma and the relationship between lean concepts and Six Sigma
• 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)
• How to incorporate high-performing team concepts
• How to apply process control as a replacement for appraisal/inspection
• How to use statistical distributions and apply design of experiments (DOE)

How you will benefit

• You will be prepared for the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification exam
• You will be prepared for careers such as Process Improvement Analyst, Six Sigma Green Belt Consultant, Quality Control/Quality Assurance Supervisor, Quality Technician, and more

1. Six sigma and organizational goals
   1. Value of six sigma
   2. Organizational goals and six sigma projects
   3. Organizational drivers and metrics
2. Lean principles in the organization
   1. Lean concepts
   2. Value-streaming mapping
3. Design for six sigma (DFSS) methodologies
   1. Road maps for DFSS
   2. Basic failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)
   3. Design FMEA and process FMEA
4. Voice of the customer (VOC), Project identification, Project management basics
   1. Customer identification
   2. Customer data
   3. Customer requirements
   4. Project selection
   5. Process elements
   6. Benchmarking
   7. Process inputs and outputs
   8. Owners and stakeholders
   9. Project charter
   10. Project scope
   11. Project metrics
   12. Project planning tools
   13. Project documentation
   14. Project risk analysis
   15. Project closure
5. Management and planning tools, Business results for projects
   1. Process performance
   2. Communication
   3. Team dynamics and performance
   4. Team stages and dynamics
   5. Team roles and responsibilities
   6. Team tools
   7. Team Communication
6. Process analysis and documentation, Probability and statistics
   1. Basic probability concepts
   2. Central limit theorem
   3. Statistical distributions
7. Collecting and summarizing data
   1. Types of data and measurement scales
   2. Sampling and data collection methods
   3. Descriptive statistics
   4. Graphical methods
8. Measurement system analysis (MSA)
9. Process and performance capability
   1. Process performance vs. process specifications
   2. Process capability studies
   3. Process capability (Cp, Cpk) and process performance (Pp, Ppk) indices
   4. Short-term vs. long-term capability and sigma shift
10. Exploratory data analysis
    1. Multi-vari studies
    2. Correlation and linear regression
    3. Hypothesis testing
    4. Basics
    5. Tests for means, variances, and proportions
11. Design of experiments (DOE)
    1. Basic terms
    2. DOE graphs and plots
12. Root cause analysis, Lean Tools
    1. Waste elimination
    2. Cycle-time reduction
    3. Kaizen and kaizen blitz
13. Statistical process control (SPC)
    1. SPC Basics
    2. Rational subgrouping
    3. Control charts
14. Control plan, Lean tools for process control
    1. Total productive maintenance (TPM)
    2. Visual factory

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 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. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• An Introduction to Six Sigma and Process Improvement
• The Certified Six Sigma Green Belt Handbook

Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.

Prerequisites:

Prior to taking this course, you must be knowledgeable in basic Algebra and Statistics .

Qualifications and Requirements for CSSGB Certification:

In order to sit for the CSSGB Certification Exam through ASQ (Exam Not Included), candidates must meet the minimum requirements listed below:

• Six Sigma Green Belts are employees who spend some of their time on process improvement teams.
• They analyze and solve quality problems, and are involved with Six Sigma, lean or other quality improvement projects.
• Candidates must have three years of on-the-job experience in one or more areas of the Six Sigma Green Belt Body of Knowledge.
• Candidates must have worked in a full-time, paid role.
• Paid intern, co-op or any other course work cannot be applied toward the work experience requirement.

Education waivers are not granted.

Learn more about the Six Sigma Green Belt Body of Knowledge.

Learn more about the CSSGB Certification.

Tony Swaim

Tony Swaim has helped many clients, colleagues, and students reach their professional and personal goals. He has been an online instructor since 1998 and has taught at colleges and universities across the United States since 1981. His focus areas are project management, Six Sigma, and supply chain management. Tony manages a successful consulting firm, and his industry experience includes 20 years of supply chain management. He earned a Doctorate in Business Administration from Kennesaw State University and holds professional certifications in six disciplines, including the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)® and Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)® from the American Society for Quality (ASQ)®.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes. You'll receive essential information needed for the ASQ Certified Six Sigma Green Belt exam.(Exam Not Included)

What is a Six Sigma Green Belt?

Six Sigma Green Belt certification indicates that a professional is familiar with the core tenets of Lean Six Sigma Methodology and understands how to implement them for appropriate projects. Green Belts may work as a member of a team led by a Six Sigma Black Belt.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

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