CSSC Lean Six Sigma
Training provider:
Creative Difference
Duration:
3 days
Awarding body:
CSSC
Delivery:
Workplace or tutor-led online
Overview
Kickstart your Lean Six Sigma journey with this fully funded Yellow Belt course, accredited by the Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC). Learn the core principles of process improvement, problem-solving, and waste reduction – an ideal foundation for professionals looking to make an impact in their workplace.
This entry-level course is for employed adults in Wales who want to build their confidence in process improvement using Lean Six Sigma. It’s perfect for professionals in all sectors – including healthcare, manufacturing, public services, logistics, and retail – who are new to Lean Six Sigma or want to support improvement projects as part of a wider team.
What will I learn?
- Key Lean principles, including Continuous Improvement, 5S, and the 7 Wastes
- Introduction to the DMAIC framework (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control)
- Defining process problems clearly
- Capturing the Voice of the Customer
- Calculating the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
- Applying the Pareto Principle to prioritise issues
- Basic graphical analysis techniques
- Root Cause Analysis fundamentals
- Implementing and sustaining small-scale process improvements
Key information
- Aged 19+
- Living in Wales
Plus, one of the following:
- Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts), earning under £34,303
- Self-employed, earning under £34,303
- Full-time carer, earning under £34,303
- Prisoner on day release
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Online exam.
Upon successful completion, you’ll earn a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification, accredited by the Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC) – a globally recognised credential that proves your understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies. This certification lays the foundation for further study at Green or Black Belt levels and enables active involvement in improvement teams.
Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.
Training provider:
Iungo Solutions
Duration:
TBC
Awarding body:
CSSC
Delivery:
Tutor-led online
Overview
Empower yourself to identify and eliminate waste, driving efficiency in your workplace with the CSSC Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification. This foundational programme provides a practical introduction to the powerful methodologies of Lean and Six Sigma. You’ll gain a clear understanding of core concepts like continuous improvement, the DMAIC framework, and key tools such as 5S and Root Cause Analysis. This internationally recognised credential will equip you to contribute effectively to process improvement initiatives, support Green and Black Belt projects, and champion a culture of excellence within your organisation.
What will I learn?
You will progress through the DMAIC framework with a comprehensive toolkit:
- History of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
- Definitions of Lean and Six Sigma
- When to use the concepts of Lean Six Sigma
- Lean concepts – tools and wastes
- Six Sigma Concepts – statistical measurement and VOC
- Problem identification and categorisation
- Creating a change project
- Change tools, DMAIC and PDCA
- Team management and success measurement
Key information
- Aged 19+
- Living in Wales
Plus, one of the following:
- Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts), earning under £34,303
- Self-employed, earning under £34,303
- Full-time carer, earning under £34,303
- Prisoner on day release
There are no formal entry requirements for this programme.
1 hour exam (multiple choice).
After completing the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt you could progress onto the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt programme. You could also undertake a Level 4 qualification in Business Improvement.
Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.
Training provider:
Creative Difference
Duration:
5 days (across multiple months)
Awarding body:
CSSC
Delivery:
Workplace or tutor-led online
Overview
Advance your process improvement skills with this fully funded, industry-recognised Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course. Accredited by the Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC), this course prepares you to lead data-driven improvement projects that deliver measurable results and sustainable change.
This course is designed for employed adults in Wales who want to develop the capability to lead or support improvement projects within their organisation. It’s ideal for professionals across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, public services, logistics, and retail who are looking to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance performance using structured Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
What will I learn?
This Green Belt course will deepen your understanding of Lean Six Sigma through the five phases of DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control):
- Define Phase: Learn to articulate the problem statement, develop a project charter, use SIPOC diagrams, and capture the Voice of the Customer to align improvement efforts with business needs. You’ll also explore strategic project selection and stakeholder engagement techniques
- Measure Phase: Understand the value of quality data. Learn to identify critical-quality factors, design data collection plans, and evaluate measurement systems using Gauge R&R studies. You’ll apply tools like histograms, control charts, and scatter plots to assess process capability and performance.
- Analyse Phase: Identify root causes using fishbone diagrams and the 5 Whys technique. Learn consensus-building approaches and validate findings with statistical methods including box plots, regression, correlation, and hypothesis testing.
- Improve Phase: Generate and prioritise solutions using brainstorming, Force Field Analysis, Pugh Matrix, cost-benefit analysis, and FMEA. Learn how to test and pilot improvements before full implementation.
- Control Phase: Develop and implement control plans, standard operating procedures, and monitoring tools like control charts. You’ll also focus on sustaining improvements and embedding continuous improvement into daily operations.
Key information
- Aged 19+
- Living in Wales
Plus, one of the following:
- Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts), earning under £34,303
- Self-employed, earning under £34,303
- Full-time carer, earning under £34,303
- Prisoner on day release
Participants will ideally have completed a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt course prior to enrolment. This ensures a solid foundational understanding of Lean Six Sigma concepts and allows for more advanced learning during the Green Belt programme.
Online exam.
Upon successful completion, you’ll earn a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, accredited by the Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC) – a globally recognised credential that proves your understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies. This can support career advancement into roles focused on continuous improvement, operations, and quality management.
Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.
Training provider:
Iungo Solutions
Duration:
TBC
Awarding body:
CSSC
Delivery:
Tutor-led online
Overview
This comprehensive programme equips you with the advanced analytical tools and methodologies to effectively tackle complex business problems, reduce defects, and enhance efficiency. You’ll master the full DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) roadmap, gaining the ability to lead smaller projects independently or provide crucial support to larger Black Belt initiatives. Demonstrate your expertise in data analysis, problem-solving, and change management, positioning yourself as a vital catalyst for operational excellence and bottom-line results in any industry.
What will I learn?
- What is Six Sigma Green Belt
- Responsibilities of a Green Belt
- Lean Concepts
- Six Sigma Concepts
- Problem identification and evaluation through problem solving
- Process components and stage identification
- SIPOC – Diagram creation and evaluation of process function
- Project prioritisation techniques
- Lean Six Sigma team management and dynamics
- Using DMAIC and PDCA to set out change plans
- Advanced DMAIC application
- Statistics in business quality measurement
- Statistical application in a project
Key information
- Aged 19+
- Living in Wales
Plus, one of the following:
- Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts), earning under £34,303
- Self-employed, earning under £34,303
- Full-time carer, earning under £34,303
- Prisoner on day release
There are no formal entry requirements for this programme. However, experience of process engineering in any sector, or obtaining a Yellow Belt would be beneficial.
2 hour exam (multiple choice).
After completing the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt you could progress onto the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt programme. You could also undertake a qualification in Business Improvement or Management or enrol on the Higher Apprenticeship in Project Management.
Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.
Training provider:
Creative Difference
Duration:
10 workshops + project work (across multiple months)
Awarding body:
CSSC
Delivery:
Workplace or tutor-led online
Overview
Take your Lean Six Sigma expertise to the next level with this fully funded, advanced Black Belt training. Accredited by the Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC), this course equips experienced professionals with the strategic, analytical, and leadership skills needed to lead complex improvement initiatives across any industry.
This course is designed for employed adults in Wales who are in a role where they can lead advanced, organisation-wide improvement projects. It is ideal for professionals in sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, retail, and public services who are responsible for driving change and performance improvements.
What will I learn?
You will progress through the DMAIC framework with a comprehensive toolkit:
- Define Phase: Learn how to articulate problem statements, map processes using SIPOC diagrams, and capture the Voice of the Customer. you’ll develop project charters, select projects strategically, and master planning and communication tools to engage stakeholders, using advanced techniques like Value Stream Mapping, SWOT, PESTLE, and team development models (Belbin, Tuckman, Adair).
- Measure Phase: Understand quality data, identify CTQs, assess the cost of poor quality, and apply process mapping and measurement system evaluations (Gauge R&R). Use statistical tools and Minitab software for Capability Analysis and data validation.
- Analyse Phase: Uncover root causes using Ishikawa diagrams and 5 Whys. Validate causes using box plots, regression, correlation, and hypothesis testing. Further skills include Design of Experiments (DOE) and advanced analytics in Minitab.
- Improve Phase: Enhance your leadership with skills in brainstorming, conflict management, decision-making tools (Force Field Analysis, Pugh Matrix), and Future State Mapping for optimised processes.
- Control Phase: Learn to implement robust monitoring systems, mentor teams, apply advanced sustaining improvement techniques, and embed SOPs for lasting success.
Key information
- Aged 19+
- Living in Wales
Plus, one of the following:
- Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts)
- Self-employed
- Full-time carer
- Prisoner on day release
Participants should be in a position to lead and deliver a significant improvement project within their organisation. No prior Lean Six Sigma certification is required, but a strong understanding of business processes and a readiness to take on strategic responsibility is essential.
Assessment will include successful project delivery presentation and an online exam.
Upon successful completion, you’ll earn a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification, accredited by the Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC) – a globally recognised credential that proves your understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies. This certification can lead to senior roles in quality management, process improvement, operations, and business strategy across a range of industries.
Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.
Training provider:
Iungo Solutions
Duration:
TBC
Awarding body:
CSSC
Delivery:
Tutor-led online
Overview
Become a master of process optimisation and drive profound organisational change across the UK with the prestigious CSSC Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification. This elite credential signifies your expert-level proficiency in leading complex, strategic improvement projects, applying advanced statistical analysis, and mentoring Green Belts. You’ll gain unparalleled skills in defining, measuring, analysing, improving, and controlling processes to achieve breakthrough results, eliminate systemic waste, and significantly boost profitability. This certification positions you as a highly sought-after leader capable of solving the most intricate business challenges and fostering a culture of continuous excellence at the highest level within any enterprise.
What will I learn?
- Six Sigma History and Application
- Lean Six Sigma Concepts
- DMAIC and DMADV
- Probability Distributions
- Correlation and Regression
- Hypothesis Testing
- Advanced Control Charts
- Six Sigma Statistics
- Introduction to MiniTab
- Analysis of Variance
- Design of Experiments
- Process Improvement Tools
- Process Maps
- Value Stream Mapping
Key information
- Aged 19+
- Living in Wales
Plus, one of the following:
- Employed (inc. agency & zero hour contracts)
- Self-employed
- Full-time carer
- Prisoner on day release
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Completing a Yellow or Green Belt prior to undertaking this programme is highly recommended.
3 hour exam (multiple choice).
After completing the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt you could complete the Master Black Belt course and examination.
Course dates will be discussed directly with the training provider upon successful completion of funding application. Any course dates arranged with the training provider prior to funding being secured may not be honoured – Course dates will only be confirmed once funding has been approved.
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