What is Lean Six Sigma Orange Belt?

Lean Six Sigma Orange Belt is a level within the Lean Six Sigma methodology that enables you to lead small improvement projects independently. In terms of depth it sits between Yellow Belt and Green Belt. As an Orange Belt you have a command of the core tools such as DMAIC, Kaizen, 5S and Value Stream Mapping, and you apply these to your own work processes.

What is the difference between Yellow, Orange, Green and Black Belt?

Yellow Belt gives you the basic knowledge of Lean Six Sigma. With Orange Belt you carry out small improvement projects independently. Green Belt focuses on larger projects involving statistical analysis, and Black Belt is the highest operational level for complex, organisation-wide projects. Orange Belt is therefore the logical stepping stone to Green Belt.

Who is the Lean Six Sigma Orange Belt course suitable for?

The course is suitable for managers, employees and freelancers who want to improve work processes using Lean Six Sigma. Teams that want to work on Lean Six Sigma together will also find a solid basis here. No specific prior education is required.

Do I need prior knowledge for the Orange Belt training course?

No, no specific prior knowledge is required. It helps if you have already taken a Yellow Belt course or are familiar with the basic concepts of process improvement. But you can also join without that background, because we cover the fundamentals thoroughly on day 1.

DMAIC stands for Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve and Control. It is the structured approach used within Lean Six Sigma to improve processes. You first define the problem, measure the current situation, analyse the causes, implement improvements and secure the result. During the Orange Belt course you apply DMAIC directly in assignments and simulations.

What do you learn during the Lean Six Sigma Orange Belt course?

You learn the philosophy behind Lean and Six Sigma, the 8 forms of waste and how to use tools such as Kaizen, 5S and Value Stream Mapping. You go deeper into the DMAIC cycle and learn to work with flow, takt time and the difference between push and pull production. Afterwards you can carry out small improvement projects independently.

Do I receive a certificate after the course?

Yes, on successful completion you receive a Learnit certificate of attendance. The course also prepares you well for the official Lean Six Sigma Orange Belt examination, which you can sit separately from the course at an examination institute.

How does Lean Six Sigma fit into my work?

Lean Six Sigma can be applied in virtually any sector where processes are running: from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare, financial services and government. As an Orange Belt you recognise waste in your daily work, map out processes and implement targeted improvements. This way you deliver directly measurable results on the work floor.

What are the 8 forms of waste within Lean?

The 8 forms of waste (also known as TIMWOODS) are: Transport, Inventory (stock), Motion (movement), Waiting, Overproduction, Overprocessing (excessive processing), Defects (errors) and Skills (untapped talent). By recognising these, you can remove waste from your processes in a targeted way.

Is the Orange Belt course also available in-company?

Yes, the Lean Six Sigma Orange Belt course is also available in-company. In that case we tailor the content to the processes and challenges within your organisation. Contact us for the options and a bespoke quotation.

How does the course work in practice?

Theory and practice alternate continuously. You work in a small group under the guidance of an experienced trainer and get down to work straight away with assignments and process simulations. This way you experience during the course itself how the Lean tools work and how to apply them in your own work.

What does the Lean Six Sigma Orange Belt course cost?

You will find the current price at the top right of this course page, together with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.

Lean Six Sigma Orange Belt course

Name: Lean Six Sigma - Orange Belt
Price: 1350.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

As an Orange Belt you manage simple improvement projects yourself and make a solid contribution to larger projects under a Green or Black Belt. You learn to apply the Lean Six Sigma methodology practically to your own processes.

Description

The Orange Belt is the logical intermediate step between Yellow Belt and Green Belt. You go deeper into the theory behind Lean Six Sigma and practise with the tools you use in an improvement project. By the end of the course you understand how Lean and Six Sigma reinforce each other and you know how to take a small project from start to finish.

On day 1 you lay the foundations. You explore the philosophy behind Lean Six Sigma, refresh your knowledge of DMAIC and get to work with Kaizen, 5S and Value Stream Mapping. Through process simulations you experience how these tools work in practice.

On day 2 you go deeper into the DMAIC cycle and link each phase to the right tool. You learn to work with flow and takt time, and discover the difference between push and pull production within Lean Manufacturing.

Topics

Day 1: Lean Six Sigma as a foundation

Philosophy and fundamentals of Lean Six Sigma
The origins of Lean and Six Sigma
How Lean and Six Sigma reinforce each other
DMAIC: update and refresher
Customer value and the 8 types of waste
Kaizen and 5S for flexibility and quality
Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
Daily and weekly stand-ups
Process simulation

Day 2: Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques

DMAIC in depth: Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control
Bringing processes into balance: flow and takt time
Lean Manufacturing: from push to pull
Perfection and reflection on your own work process

Result

After the course you know how Lean and Six Sigma tools work to improve processes and how a Lean project is structured. You apply the techniques at Orange Belt level, carry out small process improvements independently and monitor your own projects. You recognise hidden waste and variation, solve problems using DMAIC and contribute effectively to larger Green or Black Belt projects. You also understand what Lean Manufacturing means for production strategy and are well prepared for the official Orange Belt exam.

Target audience

This course is intended for anyone who wants to improve work processes with Lean Six Sigma. Think of managers, employees and self-employed professionals who want to carry out small improvement projects independently or contribute to a Green or Black Belt project. Teams getting started with Lean Six Sigma together will also find a strong basis here.

Teaching method

Theory and practice alternate throughout. In practice-based assignments and process simulations, you apply the Lean principles directly to recognisable situations. This way you immediately see how the tools and techniques will work in your own job. You work in a small group under the guidance of an experienced trainer and receive a Learnit certificate of participation afterwards.

Prior knowledge

No specific prior education is required to take part. Basic knowledge of Lean Six Sigma at Yellow Belt level is a useful starting point, but not compulsory.

Language

The training is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer has a good command of English. English-language course material can be used. With a minimum enrolment of 3 participants, the training can also be given entirely in English.

Number of days:

2 days

Course times:

from 10 am to 5 pm

Study load:

14 hours

Education level:

This training is suitable for all levels.

Exemptions:

Exemptions do not apply to this course.

Preparation time:

No preparation time applies to this course.

Certificate:

At the end of the course, a certificate is issued as proof of participation.

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Apply it directly in your work

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Lean Six Sigma - Orange Belt course