All Mid-State campuses are closed Monday, December 23, through Wednesday, January 1, in observance of the Winter Break. We look forward to assisting you when we open again on Thursday, January 2. See our list of online services that remain available during the college closure.
Process Improvement
Certificate
Why choose Process Improvement ?
- Are you looking for advancement and ways to be more involved in the successful operations of your company?
- The perfect program for those who recognize opportunities for improvement in their company and want to take action.
- Learn the roles and responsibilities of a project manager.
- Develop and refine the processes that will make you a better problem solver and team player.
- Examine the continuous improvement process while studying for a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
This certificate is a focused, short-term "sprint" to develop targeted, real-world competency for career advancement. Enroll today to accelerate your career and get to the next level in your current job or field of choice!
Program Locations
Online
Delivery:
Online
Varying Class Schedule
Part-Time
Length of Program: 1 semester or less
Credits: 9
Start Dates: Fall or Spring
What You'll Learn
Outcomes
- Explain the stages and process of team development.
- Apply team problem solving strategies for targeted solutions.
- Identify key Lean and Six Sigma concepts used in problem solving.
- Develop project work scopes, schedules, and budgets.
- Manage project risk.
- Examine problem solving and decision making in groups.
- Apply effective and ethical leadership skills.
- Evaluate consultation, team building, trust, and win-win outcomes as a leader.
Employability Skills
- Behave Responsibly: Ethical Behavior, Self-Responsibility, Conflict Resolution, Collaboration
- Communicate Effectively: Writing, Technical Documentation, Listening, Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Reading
- Critical & Creative Thinking: Inquiry, Evidence Collection, Analysis, Reasoning, Reflection (Metacognition)
- Cultural, Social, & Global Awareness: Global Awareness, Social & Cultural Awareness, Social Responsibility
- Use Appropriate Technology: Use of Technology, Confidentiality, Security, Digital Civility
Learn more about employability skills at Mid-State.
Estimated Entire Certificate Cost
Cost based on the 2024/25 academic year.
- Tuition & Fees: $1,439.69
- Books: $178.00
- Supplies, Uniforms, and/or Exams: $0
- Total Estimated Cost: $1,617.69
Financial Aid Eligibility
This program is NOT eligible for Financial Aid. Explore other ways to help pay for college.
Cost of Attendance
Learn more about Cost of Attendance, an estimated budget that includes categories of expenses a student can expect to incur while attending.
Instructors
Careers
Fast-Track
High school students are eligible to enroll in this program and all courses required. Learn more about Mid-State Fast-Track.
Take the Next Step
“The instructors are great. They are encouraging and always want to see their students succeed—they’re proud when they see students achieving their goals.”
JODILYNN FEIT
GRADUATE
Choose Your Path
Career pathways help you take your education one step at a time to maximize your investment and make college fit your life. Earn a credential and start using it in the workforce. Continue with another stack of related courses to gain a more advanced diploma or degree. Explore this program’s pathway in the graphic below. For an even quicker first step to a degree or diploma, check out our short-term certificates.
