Six Sigma Yellow Belt

This course follows the Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt body of knowledge (BoK) and explores the fundamentals of Six Sigma―including information on process improvement project roles and responsibilities, team basics, quality tools, and Six Sigma metrics. The course then moves into a series of detailed, Yellow Belt-focused topics aligned with the five phases of the Six Sigma DMAIC process (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control).

This course will also help you prepare for the Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification exam. It confirms your understanding of the items in the Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt body of knowledge using industry-specific examples, interactive activities, knowledge checks, and tests built with exam-style, multiple-choice questions. This course offers includes a voucher which is prepaid access to sit for Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification exam upon eligibility and course completion.

I.       Welcome

II.      Introduction

III.    Pretest

IV.    Six Sigma Fundamentals

A.   Six Sigma foundations and principles

B.   Lean foundations and principles

C.   Six Sigma roles and responsibilities

D.   Team basics

E.   Quality tools and Six Sigma metrics

V.     Define Phase

A.   Project identification

B.   Project management (PM) basics

VI.    Measure Phase

A.   Basic statistics

B.   Data collection

C.   Measurement system analysis (MSA)

VII.   Analyze Phase

A.   Process analysis tools

B.   Root cause analysis

C.   Data analysis

D.   Correlation and regression

E.   Hypothesis testing

VIII. Improve and Control Phases

A.   Improvement techniques

B.   Control tools and documentation

IX.    Post-Test

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

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

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows XP or later.
• Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Flash Player. Click here to download the Flash Player.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader. Click here to download the 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 and will be available online.

• Digital copy: Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt Handbook

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

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2.  How long does it take to complete a program?

All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace.  When you register, you’ll receive six (6) months to complete the program. 

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6.  What happens when I complete the program?

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion. 

7.  Am I guaranteed a job?

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8.  Who will be my instructor?

This is not an instructor facilitated program; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.

9.  What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?

In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet.  You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer.  You don’t have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time.  We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is the best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.

10.  Can I use a Mac?

Yes

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Please note:  Once the program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.

13.  Does this program prepare for a certification?

Yes, Upon completion of this program you will be given the opportunity to sit for the ASQ Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification exam at no additional cost.