Unlock Your Ability to Improve Processes
In today’s fast-paced work environments, organizations rely on team members who can identify inefficiencies, solve problems, and improve outcomes. The Six Sigma Yellow Belt is your entry point into structured, data-informed process improvement.
This one-day training gives you the foundational tools and confidence to contribute meaningfully to improvement initiatives—without needing advanced statistics or prior experience.
Why Get a Yellow Belt?
Earning your Yellow Belt helps you:
- Understand how work systems operate and where breakdowns occur
- Contribute to process improvement projects within your organization
- Speak the language of continuous improvement used by leaders and teams
- Strengthen your problem-solving skills using proven methodologies
- Increase your value as an employee by becoming a solution-oriented thinker
Organizations everywhere are focusing on efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. A Yellow Belt equips you to be part of that transformation.
Next Class
Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location
Houlne Center for Convergent Technology
4141 Mitchell Avenue
St. Joseph, MO 64507
Cost
$245
Prerequisite
Six Sigma White Belt (offered by MoWest July 17, 2026)
What You’ll Learn (Workshop Topics)
This engaging, instructor-led workshop includes:
Foundations of Six Sigma
- What is Six Sigma and why it matters
- Key principles of quality and continuous improvement
- Roles in Six Sigma (Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt)
The DMAIC Framework
- Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control overview
- How structured problem-solving drives results
Understanding Processes
- Mapping processes (basic process mapping/SIPOC)
- Identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies
Root Cause Analysis
- Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagrams
- 5 Whys technique
- Distinguishing symptoms vs. root causes
Basic Data Concepts
- Types of data and simple metrics
- Understanding variation
- Using data to support decisions
Identifying Waste
- Common types of waste (Lean principles)
- Practical ways to eliminate inefficiencies
Applying What You Learn
- Real-world examples
- Interactive exercises and group activities
- Immediate application to your own work environment
Last day to register is September 3, 2026
What Does It Mean to Have a Yellow Belt?
A Six Sigma Yellow Belt signifies that you:
- Have a working knowledge of Six Sigma principles and tools
- Can identify waste, variation, and root causes of problems
- Support Green Belt and Black Belt projects
- Contribute to data-driven decision making
- Help sustain a culture of continuous improvement
It’s not just a credential—it’s a mindset focused on making work better, faster, and more effective.
How This Training Benefits You
After attending, you will:
✅ Approach problems with structure and clarity
✅ Improve efficiency in your daily work
✅ Communicate more effectively about processes and data
✅ Support team-based improvement initiatives
✅ Gain a recognized professional credential
Whether you’re in operations, administration, healthcare, education, manufacturing, or service industries, these skills translate directly to your day-to-day work.
Who Should Attend?
This training is ideal for:
- Frontline employees and team members
- Supervisors and emerging leaders
- Administrative and support staff
- Professionals in healthcare, education, manufacturing, government, and services
- Anyone involved in process improvement or quality initiatives
- Individuals looking to strengthen problem-solving and analytical skills
Previous Six Sigma White Belt training is required.
What Makes This Training Different?
- Practical and easy to understand
- Focused on real-world application—not theory alone
- Interactive format with hands-on exercises
- Designed for immediate impact in your workplace
Reserve Your Spot
Take the first step toward becoming a process improvement champion. Seats are limited to ensure an engaging, hands-on experience. Secure your place today and start building skills that make a measurable difference.