Designation Levels & Body of Knowledge
Explore the curriculum domains and the progressive certification levels designed to build end-to-end operational mastery.
Progressive Certification Levels
Foundations
White / Yellow Belt level · Available now
Designed for frontline operators, shift leaders, and professionals starting their continuous improvement journey. Focuses on recognizing waste, maintaining 5S, and participating in Kaizen events.
- 100% online learning
- Proctored exam
Practitioner
Green Belt level · Coming soon
Designed for process engineers, project managers, and operational supervisors. Focuses on leading value stream mapping sessions, standardizing work across teams, and executing DMAIC improvement projects.
- Advanced DMAIC & VSM
- Exam + project case studies
Leader
Black Belt level · Coming soon
Designed for operational directors, consultants, and continuous improvement heads. Focuses on strategic alignment (Hoshin Kanri), organizational design, daily management systems, and culture transformation.
- Strategic Hoshin planning
- Portfolio review & interview
Body of Knowledge — Foundations Exam Weights
Lean Principles & OpEx Philosophy
20%Understanding value, value stream, flow, pull, and the pursuit of perfection.
8 Wastes & Value Stream Mapping
15%Identifying muda, mura, and muri, and mapping current- and future-state flows.
Core Operational Tools
25%Implementing 5S, standard work, visual management, and Kaizen.
Structured Problem Solving
20%Mastering PDCA cycles, A3 reports, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa (cause-and-effect) diagrams.
Metrics & Daily Management
15%KPI trees, visual board meetings, and escalation pathways.
People & Change Management
5%Frontline engagement, continuous improvement culture, and coaching.
Ready to Start Learning?
Our courses map directly to the Body of Knowledge domains. Start learning today and prepare for the Foundations exam.