Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Issued by Forsyth Technical Community College

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, taught within the Production Technician Program (PTP), an advanced manufacturing pre-apprenticeship, is an entry-level certification that introduces the basics of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. It trains individuals to identify, analyze, and solve quality issues while supporting continuous improvement projects. Key concepts include process mapping, root cause analysis, and basic statistics. They assist Green/Black Belts in reducing waste and enhancing efficiency.

Type Experience
Level Foundational
Time Hours
Cost N/A

Skills

Earning Criteria

Successful course participation and completion.

Standards

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification

A Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt possesses a thorough understanding of the elementary aspects of the Lean Six Sigma Method including competence in the subject matters contained within the phases of Define, Measure, and Control (DMC). A Yellow Belt understands how to implement, perform, interpret and apply Lean Six Sigma in a skilled yet limited context