Certificate Program

Intro to Lean: Lean Tools III LFH from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. In this lecture, we will discuss the following: Lean Tools III Kanban System for Inventory – regulating the flow of supplies 5S Order – a system for organizing the work-space Go Look, Go See – observing work where it happens Performance Metrics – measures that encourage […]

Intro to Lean: Lean tools II LFH from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. In this lecture, we will discuss the following: Lean Tools II Spaghetti Map – a diagram that shows movement in a process Standard Work – agreed-upon best practices Pull Systems – pacing work based on customer demand Kaizen Teams – teams engaged in continual improvement Error

In the next three lectures, we will discuss the following Lean tools: Lean Tools I: Value Stream Map – a map of people, materials, information, flow A3 Methodology – a one-page storyboard for a project Lean Tools II Spaghetti Map – a diagram that shows movement in a process Standard Work – agreed-upon best practices Pull Systems – pacing work

Lean: Introduction LFH from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. In this introduction, we will discuss objectives and become familiar with Lean definitions, terms and concepts. You will learn basic concepts, tools and principles of Lean and understand waste specific to healthcare. We discuss waste in the form of common tasks and activities to determine if

Lean: Lean Concepts Part 1 LFH from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. In this module part 1, we  will discuss value for the patient as described by Jim Womack, the author of Lean Thinking describes. He states defining value is a recipe for a successful Lean implementation. The principles are as follows: Identify Value for

Course Description: In this certificate program, you will learn the skill to serve as the role of Lean Facilitator in an healthcare environment. By understanding the historic background of quality we will identify with the established tools, concepts and philosophy of Lean. The principles and concepts of Lean are the necessary elements that contribute to