FAQ - Lean Sigma Corporation

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page, your go-to resource for answers to common queries about Lean Six Sigma, our products, and services. We've kept our FAQs list condensed and simply categorized so you can find your answers quickly. Browse our FAQs and discover valuable insights to enhance your Lean Six Sigma journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Many Certification Exam Attempts Do I Get?

How Do I Know Which Certification Package is Right for Me?

Yellow Belt - Understand Six Sigma
- For Decision-Makers and Contributors Seeking to Understand the Principals of Six Sigma without the Analysis or Improvement Phases of DMAIC. Methodology
Green Belt - Apply Six Sigma
- For Specialists Seeking to Understand and Apply Six Sigma principles utilizing the Comprehensive D.M.A.I.C. Methodology to Design Better Processes and Improve Results
Black Belt - Lead with Six Sigma
- For Process Leaders Seeking Advanced problem-solving skills and the Ability to Apply Six Sigma principles and DMAIC Methodology to Solve Complex Challenges and Drive Efficiency and Excellence
- Black Belts also teach, coach, and mentor Green Belts

What is the Difference between Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma?

The top three differences between Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma are:

Content - Lessons added to Six Sigma to get Lean Six Sigma

Lean Fundamentals
- Lean and Six Sigma
- History of Lean
- Seven Deadly Muda
- Five-S (5S)
Lean Controls
- Control Methods for 5S
- Kanban
- Poke-Yoke

Earned Designation

Price

Do I have to Do the Certifications in Order

Are There Any Prerequisites?

Can I Take the Exam and Certification without the Training?

Do I Have to Buy Any Additional Software?

No. Our content and courses do reference statistical software, but the courses can be completed successfully without software.

The default statistical software referenced in our courses is Minitab. Courses referencing SigmaXL and JMP are available on request.

All software providers offer a free trial. You will be able to (encouraged) download a free trial and follow closely along the training to gain valuable new knowledge and analytical skills.

What if I Don't Pass the Exam on the First Attempt?

Do I Need Statistical Software for the Certification Exam?

Certification

Six Sigma Certification

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Purpose

Provide career-enhancing training that grows your knowledge and skills. Learn How to:

Define problems
Measure problems
Analyze problems
Fix problems
Maintain the Fixes!

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