subject: Are You Tough Enough For Ssgbc [print this page] In order for candidates to receive green belt certification from six sigma, they must demonstrate acceptable expertise in using six sigma tools, possess process knowledge as well as cognition and hands on experience.
Remembering or being able to recognize terminology, definitions, facts, ideas, materials, patterns sequences and methodologies, in addition to understanding-or being able to read and understand descriptions, communications, reports, tables, diagrams, directions and regulations as well as application-or applying ideas, procedures, methods and formulas in job related situations, analysis-being able to break down information is part of the cognitive aspect of the certification process. Being able to recognize relationships, identifying sub level factors that are presently involved, evaluation-making judgments regarding the value of proposed ideas for accuracy and effectiveness are also important. Showing a success pattern by creating and being able to put elements together before any results are visible is also valuable traits to have.
Six sigma green belt certification also examines every aspect of customer requirements, wants and desires from the data collected as well as how knowledgeable the candidate is about the overall six sigma process, how well the value and organizational goals, quality function and deployment and all failures are understood and addressed.
Six sigma green belt certification also looks at the individuals ability in project management basics such as problem solving, project scope and project metrics or measuring. It is important for the candidate for certification to demonstrate a solid knowledge of project tools, project documentation, project risk analysis as well as project closure. Team dynamics and performance, team communication, and in depth data analysis are also part of the examination process.
Bear in mind that six sigma green belt certification is not necessarily transferable from company to company. In fact there is very little standardization in the six sigma process because the culture is always tailored to the organization. So your certification may become useless if you switch companies, in the same town or across state lines. You may find yourself having to start all over again.
