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Certified Lean Expert

A Complete Package for Certified Lean Expert

Our Certified Lean Expert course provides a complete package of education, application, and coaching for those seeking, or already performing, a leadership role in a Lean Transformation.

As a Lean Expert, you will be able to address complex problems by articulating the situation, identifying the root cause, crafting countermeasures, and leading the implementation of improvements.

Leveraging a powerful, yet easy to navigate, learning management system, this course provides a variety of educational techniques. Examples include videos, articles, podcasts, and a problem solving project.

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Lean Certification Options

100% online leveraging our easy-to-use learning management system. Enjoy the flexibility of 24/7 access, allowing you to study whenever and wherever you want. You can also take advantage of optional check-ins with your course instructor to ensure you’re progressing smoothly.

Customized programs for organizations with 8 to 12 candidates. This is your chance to craft a schedule of training and coaching which allows you to run multiple Lean projects and see incredible results.

Contact us to discuss how we can customize the certification experience for your team.

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“After a couple of months, the return on our training investment, with Transformance Advisors, has been realized multiple times over.”

Marshall Bowen, Process Improvement Manager
Cabela's

“The Transformance Advisors team designed and delivered a customized supply chain management program for one of our corporate clients. Their deep industry expertise led to learning experiences which were relevant, practical, and actionable.”

Catherine Jones, Director of Executive Education
Loyola University Chicago

“The team from Transformance Advisors could not have been more flexible and adaptable in helping us deliver a customized supply chain management program for one of our corporate clients.”

Kristi Hodges, Associate Director of Executive Education
Loyola University Chicago

“I’ve been doing Lean work in one form or another for almost 10 years. During the Lean certification program, I discovered refined approaches and new viewpoints around every corner. I highly recommend this program.”

Shane Coffey, Manufacturing Engineer
MKS Instruments

“The Supply Chain Management program, from Loyola University Chicago, in collaboration with Transformance Advisors, opened our eyes to relevant industry best practices. We shared this knowledge with our S&OP stakeholders and made exciting improvements to our process.”

Jessie Luchsinger, Director of Sales and Operations Planning
Constellation Brands

“The Lean training program, from Transformance Advisors, provides a comprehensive set of tools and techniques which will help you improve the performance of any organization.”

Bruce Gibson, Operations Supervisor
Woodward

“The Lean training program, from Transformance Advisors, has an excellent balance of theory and practice. The instructors go the extra mile to help students achieve their projects and goals.”

Andre Geertsema, Software Engineer
Lexmark International

“The Lean training program, from Transformance Advisors, far exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend the course to anyone who is serious about eliminating waste and driving organizational change.”

Brent Sagehorn, Issue Resolution Manager
Cabela’s CLUB

“The Lean Transformation course ties practical education and hands-on experience together so it becomes impossible not to leave feeling armed to drive meaningful change into whatever organization you are in.”

Mike King, CEO
Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

What's Involved in Earning the Certified Lean Expert?

This course has everything you need:

  • A package of online tools you will access through a state-of-the-art learning management system
  • Articles, videos, podcasts, and assignments laid out for you to learn and then apply what your learn
  • A problem solving project designed to deliver improvements and demonstrate the power of a coaching-based problem solving approach
  • Coaching from an instructor at every step along the way; you will not be alone on this journey of discovery
  • A certification exam with the opportunity to earn personal recognition as a Certified Lean Expert

Throughout the course, you will work a Lean problem solving project to create quantifiable improvements and achieve immediate results. The problem solving approach will leverage an enhanced version of the technique known as “A3 Problem Solving”. You will be the problem solver for your own project and receive coaching support from your instructor.

For most people, your time investment will need to be about 4 to 6 hours per week for 14 weeks.

Prerequisite for Certified Lean Expert

Taking Certified Lean Practitioner before this course is ideal, but not required.

Module 1 is a refresher on the Certified Lean Apprentice course.

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Top 5 Personal Benefits of Earning a Lean Expert Certification

Career Advancement

Our Certified Lean Expert course provides a complete package of education, application, and coaching for those seeking to learn and gain hands-on experience solving complex problems. As a Lean Expert, you will be able to address complex problems by articulating the situation, identifying the root cause, crafting countermeasures, and leading the implementation of improvements. Success with Lean problem solving projects and continuous improvement efforts will help propel your career.

Organizational Value

Managing Lean problem solving projects will deliver significant performance improvement for your organization. Eliminating waste will improve the quality of products, services, and processes. Equipped with a solid understanding of Lean principles, concepts, and terms, you will collaborate effectively with stakeholders and project team members to deliver exceptional results and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Knowledge Validation

A Lean credential validates your understanding of Lean principles and methodologies, providing employers with assurance of your knowledge. As members of the Credential Registry, an organization dedicated to providing up-to-date information about all credentials, we ensure your certification is recognized and verifies your knowledge and capabilities.

Collaborative Community

Through our Lean program, you gain valuable skills and become part of a thriving community of Lean professionals. As Thom Mandl emphasizes in his article on Top 5 Reasons to Earn a Certification, engaging with this community offers invaluable networking opportunities and access to industry events, allowing you to stay current with best practices and emerging trends.

Continuous Improvement

Self-improvement is essential for thriving in today's world. Investing in personal development not only enhances individual capabilities, but also contributes to organizational success. People who continuously seek opportunities for growth, will bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to their organization.


7 Modules

1. Foundational Elements of Lean

2. The Art of Problem Solving

3. Articulate the Situation

4. Identify Root Cause

5. Develop Countermeasures

6. Implement Changes

7. Create Standardization

Module 1*

Foundational Elements of Lean

Lean Principles

Types of Value

Types of Waste

Standard Work

Continuous Improvement


*Refresher of Certified Lean Apprentice course.

Module 2

The Art of Problem Solving

Problem Solving

Plan Do Check Act

Problem Selection

Workplace Organization

Coaching


Module 3

Articulate the Situation

Problem Statements

Current Situation

Desired Situation

Stakeholder Value

Coaching Problem Definition

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Module 4

Identify Root Cause

Quality

Root Cause Analysis

Cause and Effect Diagrams

SWOT Analysis

Coaching Root Cause Analysis


Module 5

Develop Countermeasures

Creating Consensus

Brainstorming

Best Practices

Benchmarking

Countermeasures

Module 6

Implement Changes

Documentation

Change Management

Force Field Analysis

Implementation Planning

Coaching Change

Module 7

Create Standardization

Repeatable Processes

Gemba Walks

Kaizen Blitz Events

Project Closure

Self-Management


Support

You won't be alone:

  • Participants have telephone, email, and online support
  • Instructors are experienced experts able to help participants respond to challenges
  • The learning management system is easy to navigate and includes an extensive "help" feature
  • Materials include templates and samples which significantly enhance effectiveness

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Who Are Certified Lean Experts?

This program is designed for all types of individuals working at an organization seeking to make a lean transformation.

Examples include individuals working in:

  • Healthcare Services
  • Product Development
  • Maintenance
  • Human Resources
  • Manufacturing
  • Customer Service
  • Supply Chain
  • Sales
  • Food Service
  • Engineering
  • Logistics
  • Retail
  • Information Technology
  • Financial Services
  • Field Service
  • Marketing
  • Hospitality Services
  • Sourcing
  • You

Lean works on any functional area which has waste!

Our project-oriented approach supports people from any functional area and gives this class a competitive advantage you won't find with most other classes.

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“I highly recommend the Certified Lean Expert program to anyone seeking to be a great problem solver. This program will give you a new vocabulary, a new way to think, and a new way to create value.”

Richard Hewitt, Senior Analyst
CenturyLink Consumer Markets

Lean Expert Certification Projects

This course includes a problem solving project where you will apply what you learn.

You can bring a project from any process. Possibilities include:

  • Inpatient Admissions
  • Product Launch
  • Slot Machine Repair
  • New Hire Orientation
  • Product Assembly
  • Order Management
  • Sales & Operations Planning
  • Promotion Planning
  • Meal Preparation
  • Prototyping
  • Receiving
  • Stock Rotation
  • Software Updates
  • Budgeting
  • Dispatching Technicians
  • Market Research
  • Housekeeping
  • Purchasing Repair Parts
  • Career Development

Lean works on any process which has waste!

Our project-oriented approach allows you to pick a project which will make an impact for you and your organization. This provides you a significant advantage you won't find with most other classes.

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Customized Lean Certification Classes

Contact us with any questions about 100% online courses or about customized options for any of our Lean certifications and other classes.

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“Transformance Advisors has one of the best Lean Transformation programs on the market today. It’s a must do for any company serious about their improvement transformation.”

Jeff Roach, Operations Manager
Wagner Industrial Solutions

Credential Registry

We are members of the Credential Registry, an organization dedicated to providing up-to-date information about all credentials, a common description language to enable credential comparability, and a platform to search and retrieve information about credentials.

The best credentials are found at the Credential Registry.

Learn more at Credential Registry.

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FAQs

How does Certified Lean Expert relate to the other certification levels?

Lean Apprentice is the introductory certification and is designed for everyone at an organization which is pursuing a Lean Transformation.

Lean Practitioner gives you hands-on experience leading a value stream mapping project.

Lean Expert, this certification, gives you hands-on experience leading a problem solving project.

Lean Master walks you through an assessment of your organization’s Lean Transformation program and helps you build an improvement roadmap.

You can learn more at Lean Education Standards.

Is an expert the same as a black belt?

Historically, belts have been used for Six Sigma certifications, a methodology focused on reducing variation. Some companies have applied the belts to Lean training. The black belt would be a close match to expert, but it can be confusing as an expert practices Lean problem solving and a black belt is focused on Six Sigma.

Collaborating with our customers and others, we have gone with Expert as it’s a clear connection to a role required at organizations pursuing a Lean Transformation.

You can learn more at Lean Education Standards.

How long does it take to obtain a Lean Expert certification?

For most people, your time investment will be about 4 to 6 hours per week for 14 weeks. Since the course is self-paced, you can go faster or slower.

The scope of your problem solving project will have the most influence on the time it takes you to complete the class.

What is involved with a Problem Solving project?

The Problem Solving project, in this course, is an enhanced version of the technique known as “A3 Problem Solving”. You will address a complex problem by articulating the situation, identifying the root cause, crafting countermeasures, and leading the implementation of improvements.

You can learn more at Why A3 Problem Solving Efforts Fail

What type of projects have been done by other Certified Lean Experts?

Previous students have completed projects from all types of functional areas. Common themes for projects include reducing cycle time, increasing flexibility, improving quality, or eliminating wasteful activities.

A sampling of projects includes project closure errors, raw material defects, construction project delays, failure to maintain workplace organization, poor training, customer feedback errors, and poor production capacity planning.

What support will be available to me as I complete my Lean certification?

Your assigned coach, will be available based on your preferences. You can connect with your coach via email, telephone, Zoom meetings, or through the learning management system. This customized approach allows you to get the most out of the course.

We are passionate about developing Lean leaders through education, application, and coaching. You will not be alone on this journey of discovery.

Can my organization go through Lean certification as a group?

Yes. It is very common for an organization to send waves of people through training. A Lean Transformation program is more energized and successful when everyone is on the same page.

Contact us to learn more.

How long does a Lean certification last?

Our Lean certifications need to be renewed every 3 years.

Our certification maintenance program is focused on keeping your skills refreshed through continuing education, improvement projects, and giving back.

Find more at Certification Maintenance.

How is Lean different from Lean Six Sigma?

Research into Lean Six Sigma reveals it is much more about Six Sigma and tends to have very little about the rich features of a Lean Transformation. Lean Six Sigma will often treat Lean as a collection of tools, you can sometime use when you work on a Six Sigma project.

Descriptions of Lean Six Sigma will often place a strong emphasis on using the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control (DMAIC) methodology. This methodology is big for Six Sigma projects and not very common for Lean projects.

You can learn more at What is Lean Six Sigma?

Can a Lean certification be integrated with other management systems?

Yes. Lean certifications can easily fit into other management systems.

Lean is more than a set of tools, it’s a mindset of empowerment and improvement. This transformational mindset can support many successful management systems.


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