Blended Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training and Certification Program

Course Overview +

• Blending the Best of Online & Classroom Training

  Our Blended Green Belt Program supplements our standard Green Belt eLearning course and certification program with virtual and face-to-face instructor support and coaching. This training model that has been successful for our corporate clients for years is now available to individuals and small groups.

  

  Why go with the Blended Program?

  This program combines proven technology and personal interaction to achieve optimum results. Guided by our experience in working with thousands of corporate clients, we have developed an approach to develop the individual's capability to effect meaningful process change, not to merely pass a test or complete a pretend project.

A Blended Model +

The curriculum provides:
• 82 hours of online learning,
• 5 Virtual, group-based training sessions - 2 hours per session to reinforce and apply online content,
• 4-Day simulation-based workshop, and
• 3 hours of one-on-one coaching sessions

Program participants can begin their eLearning at any time, including in advance of the kick-off webinar. The classroom training weeks are scheduled on a quarterly basis.

Program Structure

Kick-off Webinar (1 hour)

• Group kick-off meeting to set expectations,
• Connect classmates, and
• Provide an overview of eLearning course work

MoreSteam eLearning Sessions 1-4 (23.2 hours)

• Introduction to Lean Six Sigma
• Define I - Starting a Project and Leading Teams
• Define II - Voice of the Customer
• Define III - Mapping the Process

Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #1 (2 hours)

MoreSteam eLearning Sessions 5-6 (14.55 hours)

• Measure I - Measurements and Basic Statistics
• Measure II - Measurement System Analysis

Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #2 (2 hours)

MoreSteam eLearning Sessions 7-8 (16.6 hours)

• Measure III - Charting Process Behavior
• Analyze I - Identifying Potent Root Causes

Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #3 (2 hours)

MoreSteam eLearning Session 9 (10.9 hours)

• Analyze II - Hypothesis Testing

Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #4 (2 hours)

1 Week Simulation-Based Workshop - (Check schedule for location.)

• InBox Lean Office Simulation
• SigmaBrew DMAIC - Project Simulation

MoreSteam eLearning Sessions 10-11 (17.5 hours)

• Improve
• Control

Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #5 (2 hours)

Training is then followed by testing and verification of experience through 1 Green Belt project. Green Belt candidates will begin their initial project in the early stages of the training. When all the requirements have been completed, you will be awarded certification through MoreSteam.

Benefits +

The MoreSteam Blended Green Belt Program provides:

• Personal support and peer-to-peer learning
• Guided practice using simulations and real-world examples
• Project completion supported by experienced coaches
• Certification process that produces a portfolio of workplace projects to confirm your capabilities
• Certification standard consistent with industry expectations

Course Options +

Industry Options

This course is available in several "industry flavors": Manufacturing (default), Healthcare, Financial Services, and Services. Each version features customized case studies, examples and exercises. You can select your version when you purchase the program.

The virtual Study Halls and Workshop will present more service-oriented examples.

Software Options

This course supports EngineRoom® or Minitab® (version 17 or higher) data analysis software. The subscription fee for EngineRoom® software is included in the price of the EngineRoom-supported version of the course.

When you enroll in the EngineRoom® version, you receive 365 days of access to EngineRoom®, MoreSteam's web-based data analysis tool to use along with the course and tutorials.

If you select the Minitab® version of the course, you will need to purchase and provide your own license of the software.

Certification +

At MoreSteam, we adhere to a high standard, where certification requires you to complete this training course, a comprehensive exam, and 1 approved project.

Green Belt Certification is included in the Blended Green Belt program.

See the Green Belt certification process for additional information about the exam and project requirements.

Current Schedule +

Fall 2019 Blended GB Wave Schedule (in session)

• Thursday, August 29^th - Kick-Off Webinar (1 hour)
• Thursday, September 19^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #1 (2 hours)
• Thursday, October 17^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #2 (2 hours)
• Thursday, November 14^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #3 (2 hours)
• Thursday, January 9^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #4 (2 hours)
• Monday, February 3^rd - Thursday, February 6^th - Simulation workshop (Columbus, OH)
• Thursday, March 5^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #5 (2 hours)

Spring 2020 Blended GB Wave Schedule

• Thursday, February 27^th - Kick-Off Webinar (1 hour)
• Thursday, March 19^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #1 (2 hours)
• Thursday, April 23^rd - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #2 (2 hours)
• Thursday, May 28^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #3 (2 hours)
• Thursday, July 9^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #4 (2 hours)
• Monday, August 3^rd - Thursday, August 6^th - Simulation workshop (Columbus, OH)
• Thursday, September 10^th - Virtual Instructor-Led Study Hall #5(2 hours)

Costs and Enrollment +

The program cost is $3,950, which includes both the Green Belt training and certification process. Not only is this program more affordable, it allows you far greater flexibility and control over the pace of your studies.

Note: Most other classroom-based Green Belt training programs cost twice the price of this program and require two weeks or more of classroom time.

The enrollment fee covers all costs for courses and materials, although if you elect to use Minitab®, program participants must have access to a laptop loaded with the latest version of Minitab®. You can begin your enrollment by contacting MoreSteam.

Travel and lodging fees for the classroom workshop are not included in the cost of enrollment.

The Faculty +

The faculty for this program is provided by MoreSteam.

Dr. Lars Maaseidvaag
Senior Faculty, MoreSteam

Peg Pennington
President, MoreSteam

Maria Fry
Consultant, MoreSteam Client Services

Materials +

Green Belt Course Companion

All students will receive a copy of the course reference manual. The manual is a bound compilation of the topics and tools contained in the online Green Belt course.

Support +

At the start of the program, you will be assigned an instructor (Master Black Belt) who will be your primary contact regarding questions and certification requirements. As part of the program, you receive 3 hours of one-on-one project coaching that is consumed as needed. Each coaching session is scheduled in advance and must be for a minimum of 30 minutes.

When in your online training courses, you can use the on-screen Help features (e.g., glossary of terms and site search) for information. You can contact the Course Instructor by email during regular business hours to request assistance.

For general eLearning technical support, you can visit our MoreSteam University support section, where you can search through our online knowledge base or send us a support request.

System Requirements +

• The following are system requirements for MoreSteam eLearning:

  • Operating System: Microsoft Windows (7 and higher) or Apple Mac OS X
  • Display Properties Setting: Minimum 1024 x 768 screen resolution.
  • Audio: Optional audio in course.
  • Browser:
  • Chrome: Version 23+
  • Edge: Version 3+
  • Firefox: Version 17+
  • Internet Explorer: Version 11+ (non-tablet)
  • Safari: Version 6+
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader: Latest version
  • Flash 10 Player: Latest version
  • Note: The course content requires that any pop-up blocker be disabled.

  No additional requirements are necessary for EngineRoom Web.