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Certified Lean Practitioner

A complete package of education, application, and coaching.

A Complete Package for Certified Lean Practitioner

This Certified Lean Practitioner course provides a complete package of education, application, and coaching for those seeking to learn and gain hands-on experience with the most powerful tools used for lean transformations.

As a Practitioner, you will be able to manage projects, lead value stream mapping sessions, identify waste, design improvements, implement improved value streams, and monitor new processes.

Leveraging a powerful, yet easy to navigate, learning management system, this course provides a variety of educational techniques. Examples include video presentations, articles, podcasts, discussion forums, and a team-based project.

Three Options

  • 100% online, with 24/7 access to the learning management system and optional check-ins with your instructor
  • Blended, or flipped classroom approach, with 7 half-days of in-person instruction and 24/7 access to the learning management system
  • Customized programs for organizations with 8 to 12 candidates – your chance to run multiple projects and see incredible results


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What’s Involved

This course has everything you need:

  • A package of online tools you will access through a state-of-the-art learning management system
  • Assignments you will need to complete every week for online and every other week for the blended approach
  • A value stream mapping project designed to deliver improvements and show the power of a lean transformation
  • 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 Practitioner

For 100% online, you will work a lean project for your organization, or work with a team of fellow students to complete a lean project using an online business simulation.

For blended and customized programs, you will work on a lean project for your organization, create quantifiable improvements, and begin seeing immediate results. Your instructor will help scope your project to meet your available time.

Your time investment will need to be about 8 to 12 hours per week.

Prerequisite for Certified Lean Practitioner

None.

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

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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

“Quinlan Executive Education has appreciated the opportunity to partner with the Transformance Advisors team in the design and delivery of a extremely successful supply chain management program for one of our key corporate clients.”

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

“The lean certification program, from Transformance Advisors, will make a huge impact for the better on the quality of your work. It will help you transform your company.”

Trevor Zylstra, Chief Operating Officer
SparkFun Electronics

“Transformance Advisors has a fantastic lean program which is very comprehensive and engaging. The course includes in-depth discussions which frequently lead to highly interactive debates and sharing of experiences from 100% of the attendees.”

Brent Rollman, Operations Manager
Professional Financial Specialists

“The lean training, from Transformance Advisors, is a great resource for making your lean transformation.”

Patrick Looby, Director of Supply Chain
Ice Mobility

“Transformance Advisors has an excellent lean certification program. Great interactive discussions on material and application by students and instructors.”

Kevin Oliver, Vice President and General Manager
Springs Fabrication - Advanced Technology Group

“Mike Loughrin is an excellent instructor who gets all participants engaged in discussions and the thought processes regarding lean practices.”

Curtis Baker, Plant Operations Manager
Mount Sopris Instruments

“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 to any lean practitioner.”

Shane Coffey, Manufacturing Engineer
MKS Instruments

“We met my goal to achieve a 50% reduction in the time spent by our management team in the weekly production meeting.”

Brandan Greeley, Supply Chain Specialist
Wolf Robotics

“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 implement lean in any organization.”

Bruce Gibson, Operations Supervisor
Woodward

“Transformance Advisors makes a polarizing topic, lean, into a fun and understandable philosophy which can easily be adapted to any area within any organization.”

Trevor Hobson, Manufacturing Engineer
Lexmark International

“The lean training program, from Transformance Advisors, is highly interactive and the instructors are excellent. We were able to learn and apply the knowledge to real life projects while engaging with like-minded participants from other companies.”

Annaliesa Garner, Project Manager
Cabela’s

“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


7 Modules

1. Foundational Elements of Lean

2. Project Selection and Project Charter

3. Mapping the Current State

4. Assessing Opportunities

5. Mapping the Future State

6. Implementation Planning and Execution

7. Seeking Perfection

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

Project Selection and Project Charter

Lean Assessments

Project Scorecards

Project Charters

Special Types of Projects

Team Development


Module 3

Mapping the Current State

Value Streams

Order Fulfillment

Current State Mapping

Data Collection

Ideal Team Players

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Module 4

Assessing Opportunities

Root Cause Analysis

Identifying the Waste

Stakeholder Value Agreement

Identify Opportunities

Reaching Consensus


Module 5

Mapping the Future State

Creating Flow

Leveraging Pull

Quality

Future State Mapping

High Performing Teams

Module 6

Implementation Planning and Execution

Gap Analysis

Kaizen Blitz Events

Documentation

Education and Training

Implementation Planning

Module 7

Seeking Perfection

Plan Do Check Act

Gemba Walks

Project Closure

Cultural Change

Six Sigma


“The Certified Lean Practitioner program uses an exceptionally effective approach leveraging classroom instruction, hands-on application with your own improvement project, and an incredible online learning management system.”

Steve Smith, President
TCO Partners, Inc.

“Phenomenal class which challenges you to apply principles learned throughout your MBA program experience.”

Daniel Botero, LSUS MBA Candidate

“This course is worth its weight in gold. The most impactful course I’ve taken within the program.”

Brittany Starks, LSUS MBA Candidate

“I highly recommend this course for people who want to learn how to create sustainable organizations by embracing lean principles.”

Claudia Hamel-Mendoza, LSUS MBA Candidate

“This class is your ticket to equip you with helping your organization explore and capitalize on the #1 process improvement program in the world!”

Johnny Prioleau, LSUS MBA Candidate

“If you want to learn how to run a business, or any organized project, without wasting time, materials, or efforts, you need to take this class. The material taught in this class can be immediately applied in any job and in any role.”

Charmaine Idlett, LSUS MBA Candidate

“The Certified Lean Practitioner program is an exceptional opportunity to learn and use the most powerful lean tools to reduce the wasted time destroying your effectiveness.”

Jeff Roach, Operations Manager
Wagner Industrial Solutions

“The online Certified Lean Practitioner course amazed me. It was rich in content and the team experience rocked.”

Tony Heath, Lean Consultant
Optum Care Delivery

“The group simulation is awesome. I cannot say enough great things about this course!”

Louis Vincent, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This class about Lean Transformation is presented in a true lean fashion – only value add material and the ability to practice new skills using a simulated lean project.”

Tommy Weatherly, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“A challenging, fun, and rewarding course with a great mixture of education and training.”

Yin Lam, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This is, by far, the best class I’ve taken in the LSUS MBA program.”

William Armstrong, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The class provided me a new perspective on lean and a path forward toward improving my organization.”

Donald Wiggins, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“Taking this class was one of the best choices I have made as a student at LSUS.”

James Blankenship, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course meets the full context of exploration – a journey, not for the faint of heart, or for those not ready to commit to truly understanding what it takes for a lean transformation.”

Ronald Simon, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“I not only gained knowledge; I gained the experience of putting that knowledge to work.”

Stacy Bond, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course is life altering; it will help you academically and in your professional life.”

Denisha Maxey, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course opened my eyes to how a lean transformation really works and the correct path to take.”

Lisa D'Angelo, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course provided a rock-solid lean foundation in both knowledge and hands-on practice.”

Kyle Morr, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA


Support

You won't be alone:

  • Participants have telephone, email, and online support to discuss progress
  • 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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Success Stories

Many participants will work on a project which can provide exceptional results for their organization.

Read more about projects which have increased revenue, reduced costs, and improved performance:

  • General Air
  • Wolf Robotics
  • Larimer County Workforce Center
  • Rubadue Wire
  • Cartridge King
  • Nature's Select

Many projects have helped participating organizations reduce costs in the range of 50K to 100K. Other projects have improved service and increased revenue.

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Who Should Attend Certified Lean Practitioner?

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

Examples include:

  • Logistics
  • Customer Service
  • Purchasing
  • Engineering
  • Marketing
  • Maintenance
  • Sales
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Field Service
  • Supply Chain
  • Finance
  • Manufacturing
  • Product Development
  • You

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“This course has opened my eyes to see what can be accomplished within an organization to create better processes and become more profitable.”

Robert Sylvester, LSUS MBA Candidate

“I truly appreciated this course. It is thought provoking and engaging. You leave prepared with the tools to help you and your organization succeed.”

Lisa Stelter, LSUS MBA Candidate

“This course encourages each participant to get engaged and think through the issue at hand in order to create a viable solution.”

Eric Pettell, LSUS MBA Candidate

“After taking this class, you will be able to take these concepts back to your place of work and convince your management why lean is the way to go!” – Kelly Allen

Kelly Allen, LSUS MBA Candidate

“If you desire a class to elevate your lean transformation knowledge and give you the tools to become a Certified Lean Practitioner, then don’t delay!”

Johnny Prioleau, LSUS MBA Candidate

“From simulation exercises to group projects with many facets, this class prepares you to be an effective team player and lean practitioner.”

Britany Williard, LSUS MBA Candidate

“This is a course which will benefit you immediately! You can take the things you learn one day, and bring them to work the next, to improve the performance of your team and impress your boss.”

Kurt Hamm, LSUS MBA Candidate

“The Lean Transformation course provides a learning experience with real-world applications. As you progress through each week, you are able to immediately transfer the knowledge and skills to your workplace.”

Kim Beisser-Grady, LSUS MBA Candidate

“Transformance Advisor’s Certified Lean Practitioner course puts you in the driver’s seat to manage a project and will jump-start the knowledge from concepts to real-life application.”

Ryan Stewart, Continuous Improvement Manager
Hirsh Precision Products

“This was one of the most rewarding classes in the LSUS MBA program. The simulation and team collaboration proved to be very rewarding.”

Charles Jackson, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This class will definitely expand your knowledge of lean and how to apply it in your workplace.”

Cassandra Wade, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The course included a perfect blend of education and realistic training in the form of a team project and practical solo assignments.”

Melanie Abongwa, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“Great opportunity to go from a charlatan to a lean machine! This course provides the tools for success.”

Jake Desilets, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This has been one of the more informative classes I have taken while pursuing two Master’s Degrees at LSU Shreveport.”

James Blankenship, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSU Shreport

“This course is a terrific experience in lean principle application and teamwork.”

Stacy Bond, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“With over 30 years in manufacturing, I found this to be one of the best lean classes available.”

Dudley Lightsey, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course can change your life for the better.”

Douglas Strachan, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA


Potential Projects for Certified Lean Practitioner

  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Master Scheduling
  • Demand Forecasting
  • New Product Development
  • Shipping
  • Receiving
  • Order Management
  • Market Research
  • Budgeting
  • Business Development
  • Promotion Planning
  • Sales & Operations Planning
  • Cycle Counting
  • Career Development
  • New Hire Orientation

Lean works on any process which has waste!


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Public Classes for Certified Lean Practitioner

Pricing is $1,200 for 100% online classes and $1,500 for a flipped classroom approach which includes 7 half-day in-person coaching and instruction sessions.

Click here for more information and registration.

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Private Classes for Certified Lean Practitioner

Contact us to discuss bringing this course to your organization.

We can help educate your team and get everyone on the same page and pulling in the right direction.

Contact Transformance Advisors


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