Certification Programs

Four Belts from
Foundation to Mastery

BoK-aligned White, Yellow, Green, and Black Belt certifications powered by AI coaching — plus an invitation-based Master Black Belt program beyond.

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White Belt

White Belt

Price: $79 + $49 Exam Fee

The White Belt is the beginner level, designed to introduce individuals to the basic concepts of process improvement. It builds a strong foundation in Lean and Six Sigma principles and prepares participants to support improvement initiatives.

  • Introduction to Lean & Six Sigma concepts
  • Basic process improvement terminology
  • Understanding of waste and efficiency
  • Overview of problem-solving approaches
  • Roles and responsibilities in improvement projects
Best for: Team members & professionals moving into operations
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Yellow Belt

Yellow Belt

Price: FREE for White Belt graduates · launch offer

The Yellow Belt level develops a deeper understanding of process improvement tools and prepares individuals to actively contribute to projects. Yellow Belts play a supporting role in data collection and analysis.

  • Basic problem-solving techniques
  • Introduction to DMAIC methodology
  • Process mapping and flowcharting
  • Root cause analysis (Fishbone, 5 Whys)
  • Data collection and basic analysis
  • Team collaboration in improvement projects
Best for: Engineers, analysts, managers, project leaders
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Green Belt

Green Belt

Price: $497 + $149 Exam Fee

The Green Belt level focuses on practical application and project ownership. Individuals at this level lead smaller projects and support larger initiatives using structured methodologies.

  • Full understanding of DMAIC framework
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Process improvement tools and techniques
  • Statistical thinking and basic analytics
  • Identifying inefficiencies and reducing waste
  • Project management fundamentals
Best for: Senior analysts, consultants, operations leaders
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Black Belt

Black Belt

Price: $1,197 + $199 Exam Fee

The Black Belt represents advanced expertise in Lean Six Sigma. Individuals lead complex, high-impact projects and drive measurable business improvements.

  • Advanced DMAIC application
  • Statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making
  • Leadership and project management skills
  • Risk analysis and process optimization
  • Change management strategies
  • Coaching and mentoring Green & Yellow Belts
Best for: Engineers, analysts, managers, project leaders
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Master Black Belt

The MBB program is available to Black Belt certified professionals with demonstrated project experience. Includes advanced mentorship, teaching facilitation, and enterprise deployment frameworks.

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What You Earn

A verifiable, shareable certificate

Every belt concludes with a timed online exam. Pass, and the platform issues a uniquely numbered certificate with a QR code — publicly verifiable at sigmaforge.ai/verify and ready to add to LinkedIn in one click.

Sample SigmaForge Lean Six Sigma White Belt certificate of completion

Example certificate. Each carries a unique ID (format WB-2026-NNNN) anyone can check at sigmaforge.ai/verify.

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Frequently asked questions

Are SigmaForge certifications recognized by employers?

Yes. SigmaForge certifications are aligned to the Body of Knowledge (BoK) of ASQ, CSSC, IASSC, and IQF — the four major Lean Six Sigma certification bodies recognized globally.

How long do I have access after enrolling?

Lifetime access. Once enrolled, you can revisit course content, download materials, and use SigmaTutor™ at any time.

Is there a final exam?

Yes. Each belt level concludes with a timed online exam. A passing score of 70% or above is required to earn certification; you get three attempts, with additional retakes available after a cooldown period. Green and Black Belts additionally require an assessed DMAIC capstone project.

Can I upgrade from one belt to the next?

Yes. Belts build on each other — once certified at one belt you can enroll in the next directly from your dashboard. As a launch offer, White Belt graduates currently receive Yellow Belt access free.

How can an employer verify my certificate?

Every certificate carries a unique ID and a QR code. Anyone can confirm it free at sigmaforge.ai/verify — no account needed.

Do you offer group or enterprise pricing?

Yes. Contact us for team enrollments, enterprise licensing, and university partnership programs.

SigmaForge certifications are aligned to the Body of Knowledge (BoK) of ASQ, CSSC, IASSC, and IQF. SigmaForge Inc. is not affiliated with or endorsed by these organizations.