Level 3 – Apprenticeship
Improvement Technician
(Includes: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Accreditation)
Typical Duration
9 months
Participate in projects that will improve performance across organisational functions and processes.
Work as a member of an operational team to resolve problems, preventing re-occurrence, engaging others in issues affecting them and to support the improvement of performance through engaging team members in the identification of improvement opportunities and relevant countermeasures and controls, initiating and facilitating improvement activities through to confirmed resolution and providing local expertise in business improvement methods and basic tools to team!
Who is this apprenticeship suitable for?
Suitable for employees who have minimal or no knowledge of CI methodologies who can identify & participate in the delivery of a change across an existing process or department. Using a blend of Lean, Six Sigma, project & change management tools to identify change utilising the DMAIC process.
Job Titles Include
*This is not an exhaustive list
Production/Warehouse Operative, Team Leader, Quality Officer, Compliance Technician, Business Administrator
Learn About
- Compliance
- Team Formation & Leadership
- Principles & Methods of Contiuous Improvement
- Project Selection & Scope
- Problem Definition
- Process Mapping & Analysis
- Data Acquistion for Analysis
- Basic Statistics &Measures
- Process Capability & Performance
- Root Cause Analysis
- Sustainability & Control
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Frequently Asked Questions
Entry Requirements
- Need to be employed
- Will need to be able to participate in a Continuous Improvement project
- UK Resident for the last 3 years
- English & Maths qualifications desirable
Delivery Model
Start your CI journey here! Contributing to an Improvement Project utilising DMAIC whilst supported by a Blue Lion expert tutor!
Our flexible delivery model will support each learner to develop and enhance their knowledge & skills to participate in a Continuous Improvement project.
At Blue Lion, you can expect to receive:-
- Tailored tutor led delivery
- Personalised 1-2-1 tutor support sessions
- Assessments to demonstrate knowledge
- Set tasks to apply skills & behaviours
- 10-12 weekly Tri-partite progress reviews with Manager & tutor
Functional Skills
All learners will complete an initial assessment in Maths & English as part of the enrolment process. For apprentices aged 19+, completing Functional Skills is no longer a mandatory requirement of the apprenticeship programme.
However, we offer an outstanding teaching and learning programme in Maths & English for anyone who wishes to develop their skills further, and our tutors are here to support you every step of the way.
Contact us to discuss further.
Off The Job Training (OTJ)
All apprentices are required to complete a set number of Off the Job Training (OTJ) hours over the duration of their apprenticeship. New government rules have made this so flexible , with the removal of a weekly requirement giving you the freedom to spread your OTJ hours in a way that works best for you and your employer.
At Blue Lion Training Academy, our market-leading OTJ programme is designed to be flexible, engaging, and impactful. Whether through projects, masterclasses, e-learning, or hands-on experiences, every activity helps you build the knowledge, skills, and behaviours to thrive in your role.
All OTJ is logged easily through our Bud platform, making it simple to track your progress and celebrate achievements along the way.
End Point Assessment
- Assessment method 1: Multiple Choice Examination
- Assessment method 2: Professional discussion underpinned by a log
- Assessment method 3: Project report, presentation & questioning
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