Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training

OSI’s Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training is a dynamic, hands-on learning experience that equips participants with proven tools to streamline processes and achieve better outcomes. Graduates of the program become certified Yellow Belts, ready to share practical skills with their teams and contribute to advancing UC San Diego’s strategic goals. 

Training Eligibility 

• UC San Diego Staff & Faculty: Register at no-cost through the UC Learning Center. For more information on how to register and prepare for the course, refer to this Promapp.
• UC San Diego Health System Staff: Enroll in the Lean Healthcare Training Program offered by Transformational Healthcare.
• Peer UC Campus Staff: Participation available as space allows--please contact us for details.
• External & Non-UC Audiences: Register through UC San Diego's Division of Extended Studies
  

Training Formats

Virtual Format 

Delivered over two half-day Zoom sessions, this option uses gamification and a custom restaurant-themed simulation. With guided practice and interactive tools, participants gain skills that can be applied to projects requiring significant digital collaboration.   

“At least five long-time staff members have since told me that it was hands-down the most valuable training they've ever attended.” - Virtual Participant

In-Person Format 

Delivered on-campus in a single full-day session, this format uses a courier simulation developed by Rath and Strong Consulting LLC. Participants work in teams on hands-on activities, applying process improvement tools to analyze and test real-time solutions.

“I really enjoyed all the hands-on activities, as I am a kinetic learner... and I also appreciated the many real-world examples they were able to share in the class."  - In-Person Participant

Participants Will:

• Learn the language and core concepts of Lean Six Sigma and process improvement.
• Build a working knowledge of key tools and how to apply them in a higher education setting.
• Identify “non-value-added” activities and waste in everyday processes.
• Measure and analyze process data to uncover improvement opportunities.
• Understand the importance of integrating the Voice of the Customer into any initiative.

Tools Covered in Both Formats: DMAIC, VOC, 8 Wastes, 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Gemba, Ishikawa (Fishbone Diagram), Kaizen, Control Plan, 5 Whys, Change Management

Supplemental Sessions

UC San Diego now has more than 4,000 staff who have completed some level of Lean Six Sigma training. This creates a unique opportunity to put those skills into action and strengthen how we support our teams.

To build on this momentum, OSI is offering additional opportunities to sharpen your Lean Six Sigma toolkit:

• k(AI)zen (240 min): Bring your own process to a kaizen session that applies Lean Six Sigma tools while also introducing ways to integrate AI into improvement ideas. 

• Kaizen Practice (90 min): Using a provided process narrative and data set, you’ll decide which tools to apply as you work through DMAIC in a guided simulation.

• Additional Tools (30–60 min): Explore Lean Six Sigma tools not covered in Yellow Belt training, or take a deeper dive into topics of interest based on participant feedback.