FAQ

• Who should attend these classes?

  The ideal students are supervisors, managers, and other leaders who want to learn skills that enhance their ability to solve problems and lead people. Also, course is especially impactful for transitioning military members, professionals looking for a resume enhancing credential or supervisors who are frustrated by solving the same problems over and over.

• Are there any prerequisites to attend green or black belt training?

  Green Belt: None - course starts with the fundamentals. Black Belt: Student must have already successfully completed Green Belt training - either at Las Vegas Lean Six Sigma or other Green Belt course.

• How much does the training cost?

  Green Belt tuition is $1800 Black Belt tuition is $2400

• Do you offer any discounts?

  Not at this time

• Where is the actual class taught?

  Normally at the UNLV Paradise Campus (851 E Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89119). Location may change depending on class.

• Is the certification exam included with tuition?

  Yes, certification exams are included with tuition.

• Can I use my military benefits for either course?

  Not entirely, service members, veterans, and anyone who has G.I. Bill benefits can use them to offset the cost of certification test - which is $395 for Green Belt and $475 for Black Belt. These tests are reimbursable under the VA's "license and certification" program, thus reducing cost of class. For program information copy and paste address below: https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/how-to-use-benefits/test-fees/

• Is it true that lean six sigma training may be tax-deductible?

  According to the IRS, all expenses of continuing education undertaken to maintain and improve business and professional skills are tax deductible. (Treas. Reg. 1-162-5). Please contact your tax advisor for details.

• Why is it called “Green Belt and Black Belt?”

  Because “Business process analyst” didn’t stick.