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Six Sigma Certification in Engineering: Overview & Career Options

What is Six Sigma Certification in Engineering?

Six Sigma Certification in Engineering

It may seem unrealistic to expect that any company can reach Six Sigma efficiency (99.9997%), but it is definitely possible as countless successful companies have proven. In other words, the Six Sigma Process reduces defects to less than 3.4 per million opportunities. Assessing performance and analyzing the data to make sure that the goal has both been achieved AND is being maintained are critical to the overall success of Six Sigma; this is appreciated by Engineers as it is a concrete rather than abstract way of approaching quality improvement. Once a process has been perfected with Six Sigma Methods, there are safeguards as well as checks and balances put into place to ensure that this efficiency continues through the life of any process.

Six Sigma certification educates engineers of all types to work as teams with individuals from other departments within an organization to not only identify the cause of defects within a process but also how to devise effective and statistically-driven techniques to eliminate them (or to design products from the start that will be Six Sigma Efficient). Engineering is a unique niche of business in that oftentimes, mistakes can be deadly. In these situations, the Six Sigma Methodology is not just helpful, but necessary to avoid dangerous mistakes.

The Six Sigma Methods have been useful in all types of Engineering including but not limited to; Industrial, Chemical, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautical, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Architectural, Environmental, Nuclear, Nanotechnical, Systems, Infrastructural, Geotechnical, Automotive, Structural, Mechatronic, and Agricultural. There is even a subset of engineering called Engineering Management, that ties business knowledge with engineering. Six Sigma Certification is a must for any Engineering Manager.

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Six Sigma is a methodology that utilizes statistical tools and concepts to identify variations or defects in a process.  An Accredited Six Sigma Certification in Engineering indicates an individual has achieved a particular level of knowledge in the study and application of this methodology. This type of certification will make you a more valuable asset in any industry and enhance your career greatly.

The roots of the Six Sigma Process are in the Engineering sector of business, in fact in the 1980’s, a group of engineers developed the program for their company, Motorola. The whole point of the Six Sigma process is to find, diagnose, and fix errors or defects while increasing the quality and efficiency of products or services that exceed customer expectations. Six Sigma engineers look at each step of a process in a data-driven way to determine where defects are coming from and how they could be avoided or reversed, leading to a sustainable 6 sigma level of perfection, or less than 3.4 defects per million opportunities.

This increases customer satisfaction and bottom-line profit – necessary measures of success for any company. Engineers have long been responsible for creating products as well as the processes used to manufacture those products. By giving an engineer the tools and mindset they need to create positive quality-driven change in the workplace, they can better help the companies that employ them.

Our Six Sigma in Engineering programs are the same exceptional courses you will find in our standard Six Sigma programs while featuring customized videos that have been specially developed for the Engineering industry.

Top 5 reasons why people REALLY choose a Six Sigma Certification in Engineering

Cut Costs by Eliminating Errors

When it comes to Engineering, errors can be disastrous or deadly. For example, a chemical engineer cannot make mistakes when mixing certain chemicals, an aeronautical engineer can not make mistakes when designing airplanes for commercial travel, and a structural engineer cannot make mistakes when building a bridge to transport heavy loads. In these situations, the Six Sigma Methodology is not just helpful, but necessary to avoid dangerous mistakes.

Improve Quality

The process of eliminating errors in products naturally leads to improved quality. A specialized Six Sigma Certification in Engineering will allow an engineer to design a product or process from the start that is free of defects. This is a skill set that all of the leading manufacturers of the world know to invest in when it comes time to hire their employees.

Increase Customer Loyalty

Because the Six Sigma process both eliminates errors and improves quality, customers start to take notice and become loyal to the brand, knowing that they will always be able to get the best possible products at the lowest possible prices. A specialty Six Sigma Certification in Engineering will give your employees the practical tools to keep the customers in mind during every quality control decision.

Increased Employability and Salary Potential

Companies who utilize Six Sigma methods know the importance of quality, and the quality of their employees are at the top of the list. Six Sigma Certified Engineers are a resource that companies are willing to invest in. This is why salaries of Six Sigma Certified individuals are on average, significantly more than their non-certified colleagues. Almost every successful company needs an engineer; when that engineer is Six Sigma Certified, hiring personnel always take notice.

Improved Corporate Culture

Six Sigma improves the overall corporate culture within a company. Because of the hierarchy of Six Sigma Certified individuals, everyone knows their role and expectations within the company – and exactly how teams need to work together to bring about positive changes within a company. As these teams reach both short term and long term goals, they form bonds that strengthen the overall company as a whole. Furthermore, as they start to see the results of their hard work (decreased defects, increased profits, and more loyal customers) the drive to continue to reach goals is fostered and rewarded. Six Sigma Certified Engineers can seamlessly join Six Sigma Teams already working on projects. This helps the Engineer in many ways including assistance in change management as well as company morale.

Job Opportunities with Six Sigma Certification in Engineering

An Accredited Six Sigma Certification is a valuable asset in today’s job market. A Six Sigma Certified professional is in high demand and is highly respected. With more Engineers of all types adopting the Six Sigma methodology to improve performance and reduce defects, certification can open career opportunities for positions all over the world.

Our specialized Six Sigma Engineering certifications have attracted exciting career opportunities with companies like PepsiCo, Adidas, BP, Bosch, 3M, Toyota, Samsung, and Microsoft.

Average Salaries (comparison):

Master Black Belt Certification (Price: $1,795)
Average Salary: $100,000 - $135,000
Black Belt Certification (Price: $995)
Average Salary: $95,000 - $110,000
Green Belt Certification (Price: $395)
Average Salary: $85,000
Yellow Belt Certification (Price: $195)
Average Salary: $65,000
White Belt Certification (Free)
Average Salary: $42,000

Note: Just as any educational achievement, your career prospects of being Six Sigma Certified is extremely dependent on several factors. Location, previous experience, industry type, etc. all will play an enormous role.

Overview of Six Sigma Certifications in Engineering

We offer several different Six Sigma Certification and Lean Six Sigma Certification in Engineering courses for your online Six Sigma training needs. Our courses include White Belt, Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt, and Master Black Belt Certification in Engineering programs.

Our accredited training and certification programs in Engineering provide for customized learning at every level to allow each individual a role in improving their organization’s processes. This multi-level approach fosters team unity and leads to each employee feeling more valued by the company.

The following Six Sigma Certification and Lean Six Sigma Certification in Engineering options are available for our online Six Sigma training:

Six Sigma Certification in Engineering Levels:

Six Sigma certification in the Engineering field is similar to other professional courses, in that after meeting specified guidelines and following the required procedure, individuals are certified as capable of applying the knowledge in their respective field. There are several stages of the program and with each qualifying level, certain exam scores must be achieved.  These levels are designated in the same manner as a martial arts certification grade, ranging from White Belt (at the lowest level) to Master Black Belt (at the highest level):

Six Sigma White Belt training is an ideal beginner level for those simply looking to understand the basics of Six Sigma. It works best for employees who are unfamiliar with Six Sigma and want to learn more about the methodology and how it can impact an organization.

For a limited time, we are providing free White Belt training and allowing the public to obtain an official Six Sigma White Belt Certification at no cost. As this service is being provided at no cost, please understand that we do not provide instructor or technical support for the Six Sigma White Belt training and certification. This “Six Sigma” Certification is also available in a “Lean Six Sigma” version.

Our Yellow Belt course teaches the relationships between improving quality processes and an organization’s profitability. A certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt has received introductory training in the fundamentals of Six Sigma.

In this training and certification program, you will be trained to identify, monitor and control profit-eating practices within your own processes. You will also be prepared to feed such information to the Black Belts and Green Belts working on larger scale projects. This “Six Sigma” Certification is also available in a “Lean Six Sigma” version.

This course trains and certifies the employees that will directly participate in Six Sigma projects. Our training develops enhanced problem-solving skills and teaches you to apply statistical methods for process improvement.

Green Belt training is ideal for anyone looking to get the most out of their career. Improving the quality of processes and experiences has long been effective within all industries and environments. Employees trained in Six Sigma effectively improve customer satisfaction and consistently increase profitability.  Much of a Green Belt Certified individuals responsibilities are to manage small scale project while also supporting Black Belts in larger endeavors.  This “Six Sigma” Certification is also available in a “Lean Six Sigma” version.

This course trains and certifies those who will lead Six Sigma efforts within the organization. A Six Sigma Black Belt Certification will drastically improve your employment opportunities. It not only certifies your knowledge of Six Sigma, but also your qualifications to lead efforts within the organization.

A certified Black Belt exhibits leadership qualities, understands team dynamics, and assigns all team members with roles and responsibilities. In this role, Black Belts also coach, develop, and advise the management and the employees to achieve common goals. This “Six Sigma” Certification is also available in a “Lean Six Sigma” version.

This is an advanced level program that requires successful completion of our Black Belt Certification Program and several project requirements.  For those seeking this achievement, please refer to the bottom of our Black Belt Certification page. This “Six Sigma” Certification is also available in a “Lean Six Sigma” version.

Why Over 6 Million People Have Come to See What We Offer

As one of the most established and longest running providers in the industry for online Six Sigma Training & Certification, we have had millions of people just like you weighing our training against the competition. Here are just a few reasons why many prospective training candidates who have performed their due-diligence have chosen to trust us with their educational needs.

Fully Accredited

Not only is our organization accredited by The Council for Six Sigma Certification (the largest industry accreditation provider to colleges, universities, and private training organizations worldwide), but we also share some of the same original founders. This speaks volumes to our heritage and our underlying commitment to quality education and consumer value. Many providers come and go, but we have remained a trusted industry pioneer.

Six Sigma Online was among the very first to offer online-based Six Sigma training and certification. Over 150,000 certified graduates from the Americas to Asia to the Middle East have trusted our accredited programs to enhance their careers.

Our clients range from multi-national corporations like Coca-Cola and BP to Government Organizations like the US Department of Defense.

Find out why we are the trusted choice today!

Unlike many Six Sigma Certification providers, we never put an expiration date on your certification.  

Many providers require renewals not so much to benefit their certified students, but instead to increase their own revenues.

This can be extremely lucrative for them as they force you to pay extra exorbitant costs over the course of your entire career.  Even worse, these costs are often hidden the details of the expiration in fine print.  It is not uncommon for a student to be shocked with this information only AFTER they have earned their achievement and see their final certificate.

Think about it… does a college degree come with an expiration date?  Neither should your Six Sigma Certification.

Rest assured that our training is well recognized in the business community and we take the needs of employers very seriously. Many other training providers certify their students without a serious attempt of teaching thorough and lasting fundamentals of Six Sigma business methodologies. Our programs were designed to offer the most flexibility while still retaining a rigorous course-load. Every Six Sigma course offered by the Aveta Business Institute is self-paced.

Our programs have been used throughout the world by some of the largest companies… our certifications are very well respected. Below is a short list of Six Sigma business clients that have benefited from having their employees enrolled into our online program:

  • Apple
  • Google
  • Microsoft
  • Facebook
  • Amazon
  • Coca-Cola
  • Samsung
  • Disney
  • State/Federal Government Agencies

Your life can become unexpectedly busy and stressful… we aren’t looking to make things even worse by imposing unrealistic deadlines. 

Since our courses are designed for individuals whose schedule demands a self-paced approach, you decide when to take your exams.  There is no “set” scheduled online class time (or date).  Our courses were designed to fit around your busy lifestyle.

Our students have 12 months from the time of payment to complete all of their certification requirements.  However, even if you require more than 1 year to complete your program, course extensions can be requested at any time before your deadline from Customer Care (free of charge).

We offer the same quality Six Sigma training you will find at many top universities. 

However, many of these leading collegiate training providers have a problem.  They offer both classroom-based and online-based programs. 

Classroom-based training is much more expensive for these providers since they have to pay for facilities, full-time instructors, travel costs, etc.  When asked to justify the higher price, their only real justification is that since an instructor speaks to an entire class, you would have learned significantly more than if you would have read the same material yourself (even though U.S. Department of Defense studies have shown that online training proved to be more effective in courses of greater complexity than classroom-based instructor-led training).

Let us not also forget that in a classroom environment, students are rushed through their programs (and often not given a chance to absorb the material) due to strict time constraints.  Most importantly, students are not provided a way to easily reference the material later (it is only natural that students will forget pieces of what they have learned as time goes on).

This reasoning makes learning Six Sigma in an online environment HIGHLY preferable to classroom-based training.

In a perfect world, this shouldn’t matter since many respected colleges and universities also offer online courses.  Often, these colleges and universities keep their online prices inflated to help subsidize their classroom-based programs.  This is why you will see our same program sold for double or triple the price elsewhere.

We would much rather keep our prices honest and pass the savings directly to you.

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