Expert training for healthcare, with emphasis on the diagnostic laboratory.
6.0 Contact hours ($59.99) How to set the stage for change It may seem that building a Lean organization would require a focus on Lean principles, tools and technique but failing to first stabilize the substrate on which the Lean edifice is built is a blueprint for failure. Taiichi Ohno states that a Lean culture …
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1.0 Contact hour ($9.99) Welcome To Value Stream Mapping! Understanding process flow is easier if you can actually see how materials, people and information move. The Value Stream Map is a Lean tool that makes movement visible. In this course, you will learn to distinguish between value and waste, how to measure process flow, and …
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Free Quality Tool Lesson! In this module, you will learn to see and understand variation in healthcare processes. Understanding variation is critical to determining which of many possible responses are appropriate for resolving an issue. After you have completed this lesson, you will be able to identify the two main sources of variation in healthcare, …
Free Quality Tool Lesson! In this module, you will learn to create and interpret a Run Chart. The Run Chart is an essential tool for understanding process performance. The chart makes variation over time visible. This lesson includes: One 8 minute video References and resources can be accessed in the Materials tab at the top …
Free Quality Tool Lesson! In this module, you will learn how to create and understand a Control Chart. The Control Chart is the best tool for determining process stability and for verifying that a change to the process resulted in improved performance. This lesson includes: One 15 minute video References and resources can be accessed …
Free Quality Tool Lesson! In this module, you will learn how to use a tool called a Causal Tree to find the factors and conditions that lead to actions, which collectively cause problems. The causal tree is a tool for investigating all of the factors and conditions that allowed a cascade of actions to cause …
Free Quality Tool Lesson! In this module, you will learn how to create and use one of the seven basic quality tools. This tool is called the cause and effect diagram or the Fishbone. The Fishbone is used to discover the many causes of a single problem and to isolate those with the greatest effect.. …
17.5 Contact Hours ($175.00) Process Optimization in the Laboratory Description In this bundle of 3 courses, we start with learning the concepts, tools, principles and history of Lean. You will understand the application of each Lean tool necessary to transition the laboratory filled with daily defects to an effortless workflow. Understanding the application of each …
18.0 Contact Hours ($179.00) Operational Strategies for Lean Leaders! Description This series includes a bundle of 3 courses. By understanding the importance of leadership, operational structures, processes, people and synergistic activities we discuss aligning the entire organization towards continual improvement. We will learn Lean techniques and lessons from our historic leaders in quality to define, …
10.0 Contact Hours ($159.99) Welcome to Lean Operational Efficiency! Description: This bundle includes 3 courses that will prepare the learner with the skill to achieve operational efficiency in the laboratory. You will learn how to plan, conduct, and execute a Kaizen event. With the use of Lean tools, we brainstorm the current state and illustrate …
10.0 Contact Hours ($99.00) Welcome to Using Lean Methods to Expedite Improvement Description This bundle consists of 2 courses to prepare the learner with the understanding, knowledge and skill to implement effective process improvements in the laboratory. You will learn the methods and tools of Lean that will assist you to develop 5-7 high level …
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37.0 Contact Hours Online/work at your own pace Welcome to Lean Practitioner Program for Healthcare Description: In this online certificate program, you will learn the skills to serve as a Lean Practitioner in the healthcare environment. As a Lean Practitioner, you will understand the principles, methods and techniques of the Toyota Production System applied to …
6.0 Contact hours ($59.99) Developing a Quality Management System for the Manufacture of Laboratory Developed Tests! In this course, we explore the expansive industry that produces laboratory tests, reagents and protocols required to detect and treat illnesses referred to as “Laboratory Developed Tests (LDT). We discuss the history of LDT and the rationale behind the …
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2.0 Contact hours ($19.99) Welcome to the A3 Method for Problem Solving! A3 Problem Solving is a team-based, data- and process-driven, structured method for finding root causes and implementing workable solutions in your work environment. The A3 Problem Solving method is carried out in 8 steps. Each step is recorded in a separate section on …
6.0 Contact hours ($59.99) Welcome to the A3 Method for Problem Solving! A3 Problem Solving is a team-based, data- and process-driven, structured method for finding root causes and implementing workable solutions in your work environment. The A3 Problem Solving method is carried out in 8 steps. Each step is recorded in a separate section on …
3.0 Contact hours ($29.99) Welcome to Lean Management! Lean Management is the development of leadership, operational structures, processes, people and synergistic activities that align the entire organization towards continual improvement. In this course, we will learn about quality and understand the path of our historical leaders that pursued operational excellence. Based on the lessons from the …
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6.0 Contact Hours ($59.99) Welcome to Lean Management! Lean Management is the development of leadership, operational structures, processes, people and synergistic activities that align the entire organization towards continual improvement. In this course, we will learn about quality and understand the path of our historical leaders that pursued operational excellence. Based on the lessons from …
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3.0 Contact hours ($29.99) Welcome to a Fast Track Approach to Learn Lean 101 In this this course, we will define the principles, methods and tools of LEAN adaptable to specific laboratory work processes. We will understand how to identify and eliminate the 8 deadly wastes referred to as non-value add activities. Based on the …
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6.0 Contact hours ($59.99) Welcome to Lean 101! In this this course, we will define the principles, methods and tools of LEAN adaptable to specific laboratory work processes. We will understand how to identify and eliminate the 8 deadly wastes referred to as non-value add activities. Based on the principles and concepts of LEAN, we discuss …
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3.0 Contact Hours ($29.99) Welcome to Adapting Toyota Principles to Laboratory Workflow! In this course, you will learn the principles of the Toyota Production System translated as operational, specific and adaptable to create a waste free, continuous flow laboratory. Through the study of these principles, we learn tools, fundamentals of work rules, practical examples and …
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