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Saturday, August 29, 2015

Staff Training Notes, 9/4 & 9/11

Lean Six Sigma (Mandatory COH Training)
September 4 & 11, 2015
9-10:15AM, Workroom
Presented by Karen Luik & Lauren Wilcox
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Objective: To learn the basic concepts of Lean Six Sigma, leading to yellow-belt certification.   
Description: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt professionals are valuable assets within an organization. This training covers an introduction to the terminology, tools, and methods of the Lean Six Sigma methodology for front-line staff/supervisors that will support improvement projects in their organization. This training uses online quizzes, workshops, and other virtual exercises to reinforce the tools and concepts taught in order to cultivate a strong foundation for the Lean Six Sigma methodology within your organization.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Understand Lean Six Sigma terminology
  • Solve small problems
  • Recognize the importance of customers
  • Map processes
  • Identify causes 
  • • Develop solutions

If you missed this training, you can complete it online through the Talent Management System (TMS) at talent.houstontx.gov/Saba/Web/COH (course number is 00022086 or search by typing “lean six sigma” in the Catalog Search Box). Upon completion of this web-based training, staff will receive 1-hour of training credit. Please give a copy of your certificate of completion to Karen.

All COH staff are required to complete this training by 12/1/15.