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4 Days IASSC Certification Prep 22 Modules

Lean AdvancedPractitioner Program

A comprehensive 4-day certification preparation program that transforms participants into confident Lean practitioners, ready to lead improvement projects and drive organizational transformation.

Lean Advanced Practitioner Program

A 4-Day Transformation Journey

Each day builds on the previous, taking participants from foundational understanding to confident practitioner ready to lead change.

Day 1

Building the Engine

Understand current state, Lean philosophy, and how to see the system

  • Lean Principles Overview
  • X-Matrix Deployment
  • 5S Philosophy & Practice
  • Visual Management
  • Value Stream Mapping
Day 2

Designing the Future

Create flow, pull-based control, and smooth production

  • Heijunka & Leveling
  • Future State Mapping
  • CONWIP & Pull Systems
  • Kanban Fundamentals
  • Daily Stand-ups
Day 3

Equipping the Toolbox

Master problem-solving, quality, and reliability tools

  • Work Measurement
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • TPM & Six Sigma
  • Jidoka & Poka Yoke
  • SPC & Lean Roadmaps
Day 4

Leading the Change

Manage stakeholders, handle resistance, and commit to action

  • Stakeholder Management
  • Change Resistance
  • Lean Scorecard
  • Capstone Integration
  • 30-Day Action Plan

Complete 22-Module Curriculum

Each module includes learning objectives, practical exercises, and assessments aligned with IASSC Yellow Belt certification requirements.

Day 1: Foundations & VSM
7 Modules
M01Lean Principles Overview

Push vs pull systems, core principles, Jidoka

M02Lean Deployment & X-Matrix

Strategy deployment, breakthrough objectives

M035S Philosophy in Practice

Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, Sustain

M04Visual Management Mindset

Status boards, andons, visual standards

M05Visual Tools

Andon, Kaizen events, spaghetti diagrams

M06VSM Steps 1-4

Product family, team, demand, process flow

M07VSM Steps 5-8

Material/info flows, Lean calculations

Day 2: Flow & Pull Systems
5 Modules
M08Heijunka & Production Leveling

Volume/mix leveling, demand patterns

M09Future State Mapping

Key questions, design improvements

M10CONWIP & Pull Systems

CONWIP vs Kanban, system selection

M11Kanban Fundamentals

Board design, WIP limits, principles

M12Kanban Roles & Stand-ups

SDM/SDR responsibilities, daily agenda

Day 3: Advanced Tools & Techniques
8 Modules
M13Work Measurement

Time study, work sampling, analysis

M14Root Cause Analysis

Fishbone diagrams, cause categories

M15TPM

Goals, pillars, metrics, improvements

M16Six Sigma & DMAIC

Five phases, tool mapping

M17Jidoka

Quality at source, error scenarios

M18Poka Yoke

Prevention vs detection, error-proofing

M19SPC

Control charts, pattern interpretation

M20Lean Planning & Roadmaps

Implementation steps, prioritization

Day 4: Change Leadership & Capstone
2 Modules
M21Stakeholder Management & Change

RACI building, TOC layers of resistance, effective responses

M22Recap, Scorecard & Next Steps

Lean transformation journey, scorecard metrics, 30-day commitment

Become a CertifiedLean Practitioner

This program prepares participants for the IASSC Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to lead improvement projects.

IASSC Certification Prep

Aligned with International Association for Six Sigma Certification standards

Practical Assessments

Each module includes quizzes and hands-on exercises to reinforce learning

Real-World Application

Case studies and scenarios from actual improvement projects

Program Outcomes

Understand and apply core Lean principles
Create current and future state Value Stream Maps
Design and implement Kanban systems
Use root cause analysis tools effectively
Apply quality at source (Jidoka) principles
Build stakeholder buy-in for change initiatives
Develop personal Lean implementation roadmaps
Lead improvement projects with confidence

Flexible Delivery Options

Choose the format that works best for your organization's needs and schedule.

On-Site

Instructor-led training at your location. Ideal for teams of 8-20 participants.

Virtual Live

Interactive online sessions with breakout rooms and real-time collaboration.

Blended

Self-paced online modules combined with live coaching sessions.

Ready to Transform Your Team?

Contact us to discuss how the Lean Advanced Practitioner Program can help your organization eliminate waste, improve flow, and build a culture of continuous improvement.