Value Stream Mapping
Identify and remove inefficiencies in a value stream by understanding the flow of work.
4 weeks online
Short Lean Module
We have created short Lean modules to help you or your organisation to implement Lean in your workplace. These modules are bite-size tools from our full Lean FOCUS course to help you solve business problems. You will have access to voice over narrations that guide you through the training material with eBooks to download and templates.
This Lean management method helps identify and remove inefficiencies in a value stream by understanding the flow of work. The FOCUS methodology: FOCUS, OBSERVE, CREATE, UTILISE AND SUSTAIN was developed as a structured approach to Lean thinking and Lean tools application.
Training Delivery Modes
Choose the approach that best suits you or your organisation.
Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) and On-site group training are both highly effective solutions if you have a group of learners.
Self-paced online training is a great solution for you as an Individual wanting to achieve your certification, or for organisations wanting to train team members at their own time and pace.
Group On-site Training
Require a minimum of 8 participants
- 1 Day Workshop On-site Training
- 4 weeks access to the online Lean Short Module on VSM
Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)
Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)
Require a minimum of 8 participants
- 1 Day Workshop VILT Training via ZOOM/MS Teams
- 4 weeks access to the online Lean Short Module on VSM
Value Stream mapping is a pencil and paper tool that helps you see and understand the flow of material and information as a product or service is created for your end customer.
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM) course lessons access (includes voice over narrations)
• VSM eBook
• VSM Template
• Short Online exam
• Additional Resources
• Learner support
By the end of the course you will have learned how to:
• Develop the Value Stream Map
• Different types of Value Streams
• Value Stream Mapping icons
• Map the Current State
Technical Requirements (Computer or Mobile phone)
• A computer with Microsoft Windows operating system (98, NT, 2000, XP, Vista, or Windows 8) or Mac OS X (10.14 Leopard or higher)
• A computer with Microsoft Office 2000 or higher
• A high speed internet connection and a web browser (Firefox or chrome are highly recommended as there are incompatibility issues with Internet Explorer)
• Adobe Reader (free software)
Basic Certification (Level 2): complete all course content and pass the online exam with a minimum of 80%.
About the exam
- You are required to pass an online multiple-choice exam. The exam compromises of 1 exam to measure comprehension of the body of knowledge.
- The exam is a timed, open-book exam.
- We are Internationally accredited with IACET
- Our courses are developed and facilitated by Master Black Belts
- Over twenty years’ experience in multiple industries
- Comprehensive curriculum including Lean methods and tools
- Practical options for groups or individuals
