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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Six Sigma
Exam Format
120 min
60
70
Yellow Belt
Registration
$250 USD
Pearson VUE (8,000+ locations in 165 countries), PeopleCert Online Proctoring, IASSC Accredited Providers, or online proctoring
English
Validity
Perpetual with Current Status for 3 years
Recertification required every 3 years to maintain 'Current' status; Pass a recertification exam; Submit continuing education credits
ICYB Exam Topics and Domains
ICYB is organized into 3 weighted domains. Expect to work with Metric calculations, Performance measurement.
1
Define Phase
40%
The Basics of Six Sigma
Meanings of Six SigmaGeneral History of Six Sigma & Continuous ImprovementDeliverables of a Lean Six Sigma ProjectThe Problem Solving Strategy Y = f(x)Voice of the Customer, Business and EmployeeSix Sigma Roles & Responsibilities
- Understand the fundamental concepts of Six Sigma
- Recognize the history and evolution of Six Sigma
- Identify project deliverables and stakeholder requirements
The Fundamentals of Six Sigma
Defining a ProcessCritical to Quality Characteristics (CTQ's)Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)Pareto Analysis (80:20 rule)Basic Six Sigma Metrics
- Master fundamental Six Sigma concepts and metrics
- Understand process definition and CTQs
- Calculate and interpret basic Six Sigma metrics
Selecting Lean Six Sigma Projects
Building a Business Case & Project CharterDeveloping Project MetricsFinancial Evaluation & Benefits Capture
- Understand project selection criteria
- Develop effective project charters
- Evaluate financial benefits of projects
The Lean Enterprise
Understanding LeanThe History of LeanLean & Six SigmaThe Seven Elements of Waste5S
- Master Lean principles and concepts
- Identify and eliminate seven wastes
- Understand 5S methodology
2
Measure Phase
40%
Process Definition
Cause & Effect / Fishbone DiagramsProcess Mapping, SIPOC, Value Stream MapX-Y DiagramFailure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Master process definition tools
- Create effective process maps
- Identify and analyze failure modes
Six Sigma Statistics
Basic StatisticsDescriptive StatisticsNormal Distributions & NormalityGraphical Analysis
- Understand basic statistical concepts
- Apply descriptive statistics
- Create and interpret statistical graphs
Measurement System Analysis
Precision & AccuracyBias, Linearity & StabilityGage Repeatability & ReproducibilityVariable & Attribute MSA
- Understand measurement system concepts
- Evaluate measurement precision and accuracy
- Conduct basic MSA studies
Process Capability
Capability AnalysisConcept of StabilityAttribute & Discrete CapabilityMonitoring Techniques
- Understand process capability concepts
- Calculate and interpret capability indices
- Monitor process performance
3
Control Phase
20%
Lean Controls
Control Methods for 5SKanbanPoka-Yoke (Mistake Proofing)
- Understand Lean control methods
- Implement visual management
- Design error-proofing solutions
Six Sigma Control Plans
Cost Benefit AnalysisElements of the Control PlanElements of the Response Plan
- Develop effective control plans
- Conduct cost-benefit analysis
- Create response procedures
How do I earn this certification?
Passing ICYB earns the IASSC Certified Yellow Belt (IASSC-CYB) certification. It sits in the Lean Six Sigma track.
Next Level Options
- ICGB - IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Green BeltNext level in Lean Six Sigma hierarchy
- ICBB - IASSC Certified Lean Six Sigma Black BeltAdvanced level (can skip Green Belt)
Alternative Paths
- ASQ-CSSYB - ASQ Certified Six Sigma Yellow BeltAlternative Yellow Belt certification
- CLSSYB - Council for Six Sigma Certification Yellow Belt Another recognized Yellow Belt option
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-02-03
Updates
- Statistical Software Minitab 21 Enhanced statistical analysis capabilities relevant to Yellow Belt practitioners • Release date: 2024-03-01
- Process Mapping Tools Various cloud-based tools Digital process mapping replacing traditional methods • Release date: 2024-ongoing
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Quality team members and Process improvement team members.
- Lean Six Sigma training from qualified institution
- Understanding of basic statistics
- Experience with process improvement
- Familiarity with quality management concepts