Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Training

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism, in partnership with GENEDGE, is excited to host the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Training for professionals in the City of Danville and jointly owned industrial parks in Danville and Pittsylvania County. LSSBB Training equips professionals with the advanced tools, techniques, and leadership skills needed to lead impactful projects that reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and improve quality across operations.

• Advanced Lean Six Sigma training tailored to manufacturing, services, government, and healthcare.
• Real-world applications to achieve measurable results, such as up to 80% cycle time reduction and 50% productivity improvements.
• Full support, including Minitab statistical software licenses, experienced instructors, and hands-on project guidance.
• Continuing education units and Black Belt certification provided by Virginia Tech.  Participant must complete the training, an exam, and a Blackbelt project to earn certification.
• Cost is $3,000 per participant

• Intensive week-long training over 4 weeks (1 week / month)
• The training format includes lecture and simulation based exercises
• Learn alongside professionals and peers in the region for an enriching learning experience

• Reduction in process cycle times by up to 80%.
• Increase in productivity by up to 50%.
• Enhanced quality across operations, leading to fewer defects and greater customer satisfaction.
• Quality level approaching / exceeding six sigma levels
• Complexity reductions of 50 to 75%
• Work in process reductions (WIP) of up to 90

• Tangible cost reductions through waste elimination and process optimization.
• Improved resource utilization leading to financial benefits for the organization.
• Significant ROI on training investment, with measurable financial impacts tied to LSS BB projects

• Development of highly skilled professionals capable of leading complex improvement initiatives.
• Empowerment of employees with advanced problem-solving tools and leadership skills.
• Strengthened organizational culture focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

• Improved alignment between operational goals and strategic objectives.
• Data-driven decision-making and enhanced ability to address root causes of issues.
• Capability to tackle cross-functional challenges effectively.

• Enhanced competitiveness of local industries, driving economic growth in the Danville region.
• Creation of a sustainable talent pipeline with a focus on leadership in Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

• Completion of impactful LSS BB projects yielding measurable improvements in areas like cycle times, defect rates, and resource efficiency.
• Demonstrated application of statistical tools such as Minitab to validate results.
• Case studies showcasing the success of individual and organizational transformation.