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Process Improvement Courses

Process improvement courses can help you learn techniques like Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis, along with process mapping and performance metrics. You can build skills in identifying inefficiencies, implementing change, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Many courses introduce tools such as flowcharts, value stream mapping, and statistical software, which support the application of these skills in practical work, enabling you to streamline operations and enhance productivity.


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Popular Process Improvement Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Administration, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Problem Management, Risk Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Welding Processes in Heavy Manufacturing & Quality Controls

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Automation, Internet Of Things, Manufacturing Standards, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Operations, Construction Inspection, Process Control, Product Testing, Materials science, Big Data

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Stability and Capability in Quality Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Statistical Process Controls, R (Software), Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, R Programming, Quality Control, Quality Improvement, Statistical Methods, Process Analysis, Data Transformation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Data Collection, Data Storage, Manufacturing Operations, Systems Engineering, Digital Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Big Data, Computing Platforms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III)

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Solution Design, Quality Improvement, Patient Flow, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Safety, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Brainstorming, Project Management, Problem Management, User Centered Design, Collaboration, Empathy

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Improve Efficiency in Asana for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Project Management

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    112 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Starweaver

    Robotics Process Automation for Smart Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Business Process Automation, Automation, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Internet Of Things, User Interface (UI), Systems Integration, Scalability, UI Components

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Process, Business Environment, and Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Compliance Management, Agile Project Management, Scope Management, Business Process, Requirements Management, Project Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Schedules, Governance, Change Management, Procurement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Value-Based Care, Healthcare Project Management, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Patient-centered Care, Data Analysis Software

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    200 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    QA Process Optimization: Agile & Automated Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Test Automation, Test Tools, Test Script Development, Acceptance Testing, Agile Software Development, Test Case, Software Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Agile Methodology, User Story, Agile Project Management, Automation, Analysis, Collaboration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Healthcare Quality Improvement and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Patient Safety, Healthcare Project Management, Leadership, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Safety Standards, Health Informatics, Decision Making, Teamwork, Reliability, Risk Management, Patient-centered Care, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Incident Management and Continuous Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Continuous Monitoring, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Telecommuting, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Problem Management, Security Awareness, Employee Engagement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular process improvement courses

  • Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I): Johns Hopkins University
  • Welding Processes in Heavy Manufacturing & Quality Controls: L&T EduTech
  • Stability and Capability in Quality Improvement: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis: University at Buffalo
  • Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III): Johns Hopkins University
  • Improve Efficiency in Asana for Project Managers: Coursera
  • Robotics Process Automation for Smart Manufacturing : Starweaver
  • Process, Business Environment, and Exam Preparation: Packt
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • QA Process Optimization: Agile & Automated Testing: Coursera

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