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Key Information Start Date: September 15th, 2025. Format: Hybrid – self-paced online learning + live instructor-led tutorials. Mentoring Support: Ongoing access to expert mentors. Live Sessions: 6 x 2-hour virtual tutorials (every 4–5 weeks) for deep-dive reinforcement and networking. Delivered by a number of different Leading Edge Group experts. Learning Platform: 24/7 access to our online Learning Management Systems with course materials and resources. Community of Practice: Access to a dedicated discussion forum for interaction with fellow participants throughout the program. Assessment: One work-based improvement project and four module assignments. Completion Timeframe: Up to twelve (12) months. Participants typically take 6 to 9 months to complete. Prerequisites: Lean Green Belt qualified or similar level of practical Lean experience.   Self-Paced Study Plus Live Tutorials and Peer Collaboration Leading Edge Group’s Lean Black Belt training program equips professionals with the advanced skills needed to lead large-scale improvement projects and Lean transformation programs. This program provides participants with a practical application of advanced Lean tools and techniques, as well as developing the appropriate process improvement, leadership and project/program management skills to drive the changes that are necessary for a successful Lean transformation. Hybrid Training Format Through this hybrid model, participants benefit from the flexibility of self-paced learning combined with the structure and engagement of scheduled live support. You’ll complete self-directed modules through our online learning platform, complemented by six pre-scheduled virtual live tutorials held every 4–5 weeks to reinforce key concepts, encourage real-time interaction, and to enable networking with your peers. In addition, you’ll receive ongoing access to expert mentoring and support throughout the program. Registration and Fees Full Program Fee: $5,275 CAD + tax Early Bird Rate: $5,025 CAD + tax for registrations received by August 8th, 2025   Register by August 8th, 2025 to save $250    Read more

The Introduction to Agile training program focuses on the history, theory and concepts behind the Agile approach. Participants on the program will gain an understanding of Agile values, principles and processes and their application in the real world, enabling them to adapt better, smarter and faster to changing market conditions and customer needs. Program Content: Module 1: Introduction to Agile Module 2: Scrum and Sprint Module 3: Agile Teams, Mindset and Culture Certification: Participants will receive a certificate from Leading Edge Group upon completing the program. Read more

Leading Edge Group have developed a revolutionary eLearning program which introduces the learner to the fundamental benefits, principles, tools and techniques of Lean Construction. This interactive eLearning course takes 1.5 hours to complete, includes ‘check your knowledge’ quizzes at the end of each module and a 10 question final assessment. Upon completion, learners are provided with a Leading Edge Group Certificate of Completion. Read more

A sustainable Lean Healthcare transformation requires a great deal of planning, analysis, preparation, and leadership. Lean leaders require key knowledge, skills, and abilities to help this happen. This course outlines and explains how best to achieve a sustainable Lean Healthcare transformation. IT explains how to develop strategic goals and objectives for Lean and for continuous improvement, and how to establish the most appropriate structure and skill sets to fully support and sustain your Lean implementation. Finally, it outlines how you can assess the level of continuous improvement maturity in your organization. Read more

Lean methodology includes a set of tools, principles, and practices that help healthcare and other organizations improve efficiency, and quality, and reduce waste. This course introduces some key Lean tools and concepts used in day-to-day management of healthcare organizations. It overviews Kaizen, POUS, and spaghetti diagrams, and the everyday use and benefits of these tools in healthcare. The course goes on to discuss perhaps the most important Lean tool – Value Stream Mapping, and how it is performed in healthcare. Next, standard work, 5S, and Visual Management are presented, along with healthcare examples and illustrations. Finally, the course offers a real-life case study involving Leading Edge Group consultants applying some of these tools at a large primary care clinic to increase its efficiency and productivity, and to meet patient needs.   Read more

Lean is a continuous improvement initiative that helps organizations improve their overall performance by identifying and reducing waste and making processes better and more efficient. Lean tools and strategies can be applied to a number of healthcare areas including hospitals, labs, pharmacies, public health, and long-term and primary care. This course introduces the costs and quality issues associated with modern day healthcare. It identifies the benefits associated with implementing Lean to address key healthcare challenges. Finally, it outlines and explains the main steps involved in implementing Lean in any healthcare setting.     Read more