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Certified Lean Foundation Course Outline

Module 1: About Lean

  • Path to Value
  • Key Lean Terms and Concepts
  • Gemba Walk

Module 2: Five Steps pf Lean Thinking

  • Process Stapling
  • Lean Temple

Module 3: Customers, Processes, and Waste

  • What are Customers?
  • What is a Process?
  • Tension Between VOB and VOC
  • What Do We Mean by Value?
  • Path to Value and Dealing with Values
  • Eight Wastes of Lean

Module 4: Key Lean Metrics

  • Introduction to Key Lean Metrics
  • Tools and Techniques
  • Spaghetti (Movement/Transportation) Diagrams
  • Measles Charts
  • Lean Triad
  • What is of 5S and Steps of 5S
  • Introduction to Poka Yoke and Types
  • What is SMED?
  • How SMED Looks Like?
  • Voice of Customer (VOC)
  • Customer Segmentation
  • Four Steps of VOC Methodology and Tools
    • Identify Customers
    • Gather Customer Information
    • Analyze Customer Information
    • Determine Customer Needs
  • Customer Segmentation
  • SIPOC
  • Overview of the Kano Model
  • What is a Critical to Quality (CTQ)?
  • Common Terminology
  • Identifying the Root Cause
  • Five Whys
  • Root Cause Analysis (Fishbone)
  • Reverse Fishbone
  • Control Frameworks
  • Overview
  • Three C’s
  • Eight Ds
  • Plan Do Check Act
  • Introduction to Kaizen
  • Kaizen Philosophy
  • Kaizen Events
  • Formal Kaizen Roles and Process

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Who should attend this Certified Lean Foundation Course?

This Certified Lean Foundation Training Course in San Antonio is designed to understand the fundamentals of Lean methodologies and basics of Lean for business improvement. This course will be beneficial for the following professionals:

  • Production Managers
  • Operations Managers
  • Quality Managers
  • Lean Practitioners
  • Industrial Engineers
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customer Service Representatives

Prerequisites of the Certified Lean Foundation Course

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this Certified Lean Foundation Training Course. However, a basic understanding of Lean concepts would be beneficial.

Certified Lean Foundation Course Overview

This Certified Lean Foundation Course is a comprehensive introduction to Lean principles, focusing on enhancing organizational efficiency through waste reduction and process optimization. It provides delegates in San Antonio with a foundational understanding of Lean methodologies and their significance in streamlining operations across diverse industries. This course offers a fundamental overview of Lean thinking, emphasising its relevance in driving operational excellence.

Professionals in San Antonio seeking to understand and implement Lean methodologies to improve operational efficiency should aim to master the Certified Lean Foundation Course. Individuals in management, manufacturing, supply chain, healthcare, and service sectors can significantly benefit from comprehending Lean principles. Mastery of Lean enables professionals to identify and eliminate waste, fostering continuous improvement within their organizations.

The Knowledge Academy’s 1-day training in San Antonio empowers delegates with practical knowledge and tools to apply Lean principles effectively. Delegates will gain insights into Lean concepts such as value stream mapping, waste identification, and standardized work. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, delegates will learn to implement Lean practices, initiating a culture of efficiency and improvement within their respective organizations.

Course Objectives

  • To introduce delegates to the foundational principles of Lean methodologies
  • To provide insights into waste reduction and process optimization using Lean principles
  • To equip delegates with practical tools for implementing Lean practices
  • To demonstrate the application of Lean concepts through interactive sessions
  • To instil a mindset of continuous improvement within organizational processes
  • To empower professionals to initiate Lean practices within their respective industries

Upon completing this course in San Antonio, delegates will possess a fundamental understanding of Lean principles, enabling them to identify inefficiencies, apply Lean methodologies, and drive a culture of continuous enhancement within their organizations. They'll be equipped to streamline operations, minimize waste, and enhance overall organizational efficiency.

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What’s included in this Certified Lean Foundation Course?

  • Certified Lean Foundation Examination
  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors  
  • Certified Lean Foundation Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

Certified Lean Foundation Exam Information

To achieve the Certified Lean Foundation, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 50 
  • Total Marks: 50 Marks 
  • Pass Mark: 60%, or 30/50 Marks 
  • Duration: 60 Minutes 
  • Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book

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San Antonio is the seventh most populated city in the USA with an estimated population of 1.4 million people. The name is derived from the Spanish for Saint Anthony. Education in the USA is provided by both public and private schools, and is mandatory until the age of 16.  Pupils conducting their schooling within the USA start off at preschool, followed by elementary school, then middle school, before finishing at high school.  At age 18, US citizens are able to engage in higher education.  Higher education in the USA normally comes in the form of a college, undergraduate school, or a community college – that latter of which doesn’t normally cost anything to attend.  Candidates participating in a course at a college will gain credits towards a bachelor’s degree, whilst candidates participating a course at a community college will be earning credits in order to achieve an associate’s degree. It is estimated that there are over 100,000 student in San Antonio that are attending one of the 31 higher education institutions in the city. There are a number of publicly funded universities, including: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, the University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas A&M University–San Antonio, and the Alamo Community College District. The largest university in the city is the the University of Texas at San Antonio with over 28,000 pupils. There are also many private universities in the city including the highly respected Trinity University. This is a private liberal arts university that was founded in 1869. It offers up to 45 major programs and 60 minors, as well as 6 degree level programs. In 2013 it was named the US best university for Masters Studies by the Washington monthly. At The Knowledge Academy we offer over 50,000 classroom based training courses in the United States, including popular locations such as San Antonio.

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Unlock your potential with The Knowledge Academy's Lean Training | Certified Lean Foundation Training in San Antonio, accessible anytime, anywhere on any device. Enjoy 90 days of online course access, extendable upon request, and benefit from the support of our expert trainers. Elevate your skills at your own pace with our Online Self-paced sessions.

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