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The Lean Certification Program

This industry-leading certification program is the result of an alliance among SME, the Association for
Manufacturing Excellence (AME), the Shingo Institute, and the American Society for Quality (ASQ). These
organizations partnered to create the Lean Certification program to set the globally recognized standard for
lean principles and practices. As a result, the Lean Certification program provides individuals, companies,
and educators with a benchmark for achievements and a common roadmap for continuous improvement and
workforce development.

About the Partners

SME connects all those who are passionate about making things that improve our world. As
a nonprofit organization, SME has served practitioners, companies, educators, government,
and communities across the manufacturing spectrum for more than 80 years. Through
its strategic areas of events, media, membership, training and development, and the SME
Education Foundation, SME is uniquely dedicated to advancing manufacturing by addressing
both knowledge and skill needs for industry. At SME, we are making the future. Together.
sme.org
The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) is the premier organization for the
exchange of knowledge in enterprise excellence. Members come together to explore lean
thinking and other enterprise improvement methods, exchange best practices and network
in order to advance their careers and improve the competitiveness and overall value of their
organizations. ame.org
The Shingo Institute is a not-for-profit organization housed at Utah State University and
named after Japanese industrial engineer Shigeo Shingo. Dr. Shingo distinguished himself
as one of the worlds thought leaders in concepts, management systems, and improvement
techniques that have become known as the Toyota Business System. Dr. Shingo received his
honorary Doctorate of Management from Utah State University in 1988, the year the Shingo
Prize was initiated. The Shingo Institutes mission is to guide leaders in creating sustainable
cultures of excellence based on principles. The Shingo Institutes vision is to be recognized as
the global thought-leader in enterprise excellence. shingoprize.org
The American Society for Quality (ASQ) is a global community of people dedicated to
quality who share the ideas and tools that make our world work better. With individual
and organizational members around the world, ASQ has the reputation and reach to bring
together the diverse quality champions who are transforming the worlds corporations,
organizations and communities to meet tomorrows critical challenges. asq.org

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for individuals
The lean journey is your path to success.
Individuals with Lean Certification are in great demand. Most organizations today recognize the value of lean
and want practitioners who can help them begin or continue their lean journey. Lean Certification gives you a
way to distinguish yourself and advance in your career. It is an individual journey that weaves innovative ways
of thinking and doing business with real-world applications and results.

Why Lean Certification?

Validates your knowledge and application of lean principles and tools.
Provides a portable, industry-recognized credential that travels with you throughout your career.
Recognizes you as a lean leader by peers, employers, and recruiters.
Increases your value to companies by helping them develop lean standards.
 nhances your career prospects candidates with demonstrated experience in lean have a competitive
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advantage in the job market.
Improves your marketability within your company and industry by demonstrating your commitment
to lean processes.

The ultimate journey to lean.

Lean Certification is an evolutionary journey, where
your knowledge and experience work together to
create a depth of expertise upon which you can keep
building. Each level of certification is valid for three
years, providing a window of time to pursue the next
level of certification, or recertification, until youve
achieved Gold status the highest level.

I earned my Lean Bronze Certification while working

within the automotive industry. When my position was
eliminated due to restructuring, I was able to leverage
my certification to make a successful transition to the
healthcare industry. The knowledge that I gained going
through the lean journey is invaluable.

Tim Pettry, LBC

Senior Business Management Practices Specialist
Cleveland Clinic

Lean Bronze Certification

Learn the fundamentals of lean from a tactical perspective.
At this level, your education and training focuses on how to apply lean principles, concepts, and methods
within a work cell, work group, or value stream. Your first step is to pass the Lean Bronze Certification exam,
for which youll receive a Lean Knowledge Certificate. To become certified, you must demonstrate your lean
training and development through a lean portfolio of experience containing five tactical projects and activities.
These reveal your ability to implement lean principles that drive improvement and show measurable results.
sme.org/bronze

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Integrate your lean knowledge with leadership experience.
Lean Silver Certification represents your career
progression in knowledge and responsibility
The Lean Certification program added just the right
as you become a senior employee and team
ingredient and my career was fast-tracked into management
leader. It also acknowledges your continuing
with full P&L responsibility for a multinational corporation.
education and training. Once youve passed the
The lean programs under my leadership were positively
impacted by cutting lead times and quality costs by up
Lean Silver Certification exam, youll build a
to 50%, increasing productivity up to 40%, and reducing
portfolio of experience with three tactical and
inventories by as much as 50%. My team focused on our lean
two integrative projects. These demonstrate
efforts for better stability of processes and sustainability of
your ability to integrate lean activities with
improvements.
Marian Lemne, P.Eng., PMP, LSC, CSCP, MBA
the organizational restructuring necessary to
Director, Global Supply Chain
complete a value stream transformation. At
Cameron International Corp.
this level, mentoring/coaching is required and
confirms your ability to lead and mentor a team
in the preparation, design, and execution of
Attaining the Gold Level certification has allowed me to
value stream transformations. sme.org/silver

deepen my understanding of lean principles and I have been

able to bring that learning to other companies that I work
with. In a direct-line management role, I often reflect on what
I have learned through the certification process and how
I can improve the development of our employees to help
them to grow in their own lean journeys. My lean credential
sets a good example for the people who work for me; they
have now all attained bronze certification. And, I can think of
several people who have taken time to contact me after they
received their bronze certification because they wanted me
to know they appreciated my help and support.

Lean Gold Certification

Take your lean training to a strategic level.
Lean Gold Certification recognizes your
education and training in all aspects of lean
transformation across an entire enterprise. It
represents career progression to a point of
influence and authority over assets, processes,
and people. To certify at this level, your
portfolio of experience includes at least two
business transformation projects, with two
additional value stream transformations, plus
one tactical project. An exam, mentoring/
coaching, and an interview are also required. sme.org/gold

Pat Wardwell, LGC

Chief Operating Officer
Greater Boston Manufacturing Partnership

Lean certification at any level is valid for three years. You may recertify at your current level or use the time
to develop your knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve the next level. Take control of your personal success
and start your lean journey today. sme.org/leancert

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for companies
Your business can only be as lean as your workforce.
Lean has found its way into businesses across every industry from manufacturing to medical for good
reason. Its a smarter way of doing business that saves time, money, and resources while reducing waste. It also
provides your customers with greater value in the products they want. However, implementing lean processes
requires a workforce that can apply these practices in a meaningful way. Lean Certification validates your
employees knowledge of lean and helps them attain the skills that can advance your organization.

A single industry standard for lean recognized globally.

Lean Certification is an industry-leading program for professional development of lean practices and principles.
It provides companies with a common roadmap for developing a workforce that aligns to lean standards
recognized worldwide.

Why Lean Certification?

 emonstrates to customers, competitors, suppliers, staff, and investors that you are using industryD
respected best practices to optimize your efficiency and provide the greatest value to your customers.
Increases return on investment over 90% of companies that use certifications have seen a positive ROI.1
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your workforces performance improves so
does your organization.
Improves safety ratings certified
employees understand the importance of
safety and quality.
 alidates lean knowledge. Its a benchmark
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to support your workforce development
initiatives and takes the guesswork out of
hiring and promotion.

Lean Certification has helped our organizations lean efforts

by giving us a standard for lean coaches within our lean
office and embedded in other departments. By having an
established body of knowledge and testing methodology, we
have been able to quickly develop and deploy lean coach
training for our organization to accelerate our lean journey.
The Lean Certification program is now a requirement for all
lean coaches in our organization.

Jauna Werner, LBC

Aerospace Industry

 educes turnover companies report as much as a 50% reduction in turnover from hiring certified
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continuous improvement.

Three levels of lean expertise.

The three levels of Lean Certification provide your workforce with a progressive development process aimed
at mastering lean expertise. Each level of certification is valid for three years providing time to pursue the next
level of certification, or recertification, while gaining experience applying lean principles and tools on the job.

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The fundamentals of lean from a tactical perspective.
At this level, employees learn how to apply lean principles, concepts, and methods within a work cell, work
group, or value stream. Your company begins reaping the benefits as lean knowledge and tools are applied
on the job. Their first step is to pass the Lean Bronze Certification exam, for which theyll receive a Lean
Knowledge Certificate. As part of a workforce development program, you can use the exam to assess
knowledge, then structure projects that benefit your company. To become certified, they must develop a
portfolio including five tactical projects and activities. These will demonstrate their ability to implement lean
principles that drive improvement and show measurable results. sme.org/bronze
Lean Silver Certification
Integrates lean knowledge with leadership experience.
Lean Silver Certification represents a career progression in knowledge and responsibility as your workforce
attains senior-level experience. Your company can benefit from their ability to lead in lean activities that focus
on quality improvement and process efficiency. Upon passing the Lean Silver Certification exam, a portfolio of
experience is developed that includes three tactical and two integrative projects. These on-the-job activities
demonstrate the ability to integrate lean activities with the organizational restructuring necessary to complete
a value stream transformation. At this level, mentoring/coaching is required and confirms ones ability to lead
and mentor a team in the preparation, design, and execution of value stream transformations. sme.org/silver
Lean Gold Certification
Takes lean expertise to a strategic level.
Lean Gold Certification recognizes the understanding of all aspects of lean transformation across an entire
enterprise. It represents career progression to a point of influence and authority over assets, processes, and
people. These are the leaders who will take your organization to the highest and most effective level of lean
possible. To certify at this level, a portfolio of experience must include at least two business transformation
projects, two value stream transformations, and one tactical project. An exam, mentoring/coaching, and an
interview is also required. sme.org/gold
Lean Certification at any level is valid for three years. During this time, one can prepare for recertification at
the current level or further develop knowledge and skills to achieve the next level.
Call us today at 866.706.8665 to get started or email info@toolingu.com. A representative will work with you to
start an assessment and develop a customized plan to meet your goals and objectives. For more information,
visit sme.org/corporate.
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for educators
Give your students a lean edge in the workforce.
The Lean Certification program sets the standard of lean practices and principles around the world. Imagine
what it can do for your curriculum. Not only can it complement your program, it can give you the assurance
that your program is aligned with industry-recognized standards. And it can all begin with you.

The Lean Outcome Assessment.

You can incorporate the Lean Bronze Certification exam as an outcome assessment for your curriculum while
providing your students with the opportunity to establish lean knowledge. Passing the exam provides your
students with a Lean Knowledge Certificate, which is the first step toward earning a Lean Bronze Certification.
sme.org/assessments

Benefits of a Lean Knowledge Certificate:

Improves understanding of knowledge transfer from you to your classroom.
Identifies strengths and weaknesses within your program.
Enables you to evaluate future curriculum content decisions.
Establishes trends over time to identify how curriculum changes directly affect the exams outcome.
Gives your students the basis toward completing and earning the Lean Bronze Certification.
Prepares your students for industry roles in lean and gives them a competitive advantage in the workforce.

Call us today at 866.706.8665 or email info@toolingu.com to get started. A representative will work with you
and provide recommendations to complement your program. For more information, visit sme.org/educators.

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PREPARING FOR LEAN CERTIFICATION

Preparation is the first step to success.
Lean Certification requires an investment of time and energy that will reap dividends throughout your career.
Weve outlined the steps to illustrate the process for earning each level of Lean Certification. Your first step
begins here.
Lean Bronze Certification (LBC)
 repare for the exam by assessing your lean knowledge and experience. You must demonstrate your
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understanding of the Lean Certification Body of Knowledge. sme.org/leanbok
Apply for the Lean Bronze Certification exam at sme.org/bronze-exam. You have one year to take the
exam from the date of purchase.
To assist in preparing for the exam, review the Preparation Resources and visit sme.org/prepare.
 ake the exam. This open-book, open-notes exam is three hours and contains approximately 165 questions.
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To pass the exam, you must score 75% or higher.
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base for your pursuit of Lean Certification.
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through the development of a lean portfolio. Your lean portfolio must document and include:
> 80 hours of education and training requirements
> Five tactical projects where specific lean principles and tools were applied
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 reflection statement that captures your lean journey and what you have learned through the
certification and portfolio process.
Upon passing your portfolio review, you will earn your Lean Bronze Certification (LBC).
 lan your next step your Lean Bronze Certification is valid for three years. You may choose to pursue
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recertification or pursue the Lean Silver Certification.
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Lean Silver Certification (LSC)

Complete the requirements for earning the Lean Bronze Certification.
 repare for the exam by assessing your lean knowledge and experience. You must demonstrate your
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understanding of the Lean Certification Body of Knowledge. sme.org/leanbok
Apply for the Lean Silver Certification exam at sme.org/silver-exam. You have one year to take the exam
from the date of purchase.
To assist in preparing for the exam, review the Preparation Resources and visit sme.org/prepare.
 ake the exam. This open-book, open-notes exam is three hours and contains approximately 150
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questions. To pass the exam, you must score 75% or higher.
 fter passing the exam, to receive your Lean Silver Certification you must exercise your lean knowledge
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by participating in activities in which lean principles and tools are applied. This is demonstrated through
the development of a lean portfolio. Your lean portfolio must document and include:
> 1 60 hours of education and training requirements (80 hours earned from Lean Bronze Certification plus
80 additional hours)
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are applied
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 reflection statement that captures your lean journey and what you have learned through the
certification and portfolio process.
Upon passing your portfolio review, you will earn your Lean Silver Certification (LSC).
 lan your next step your Lean Silver Certification is valid for three years. You may choose to pursue
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recertification or pursue the Lean Gold Certification.
For additional information visit sme.org/silver.

Lean Gold Certification (LGC)

Complete the requirements for earning the Lean Silver Certification.
 repare for the exam by assessing your lean knowledge and experience. You must demonstrate your
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understanding of the Lean Certification Body of Knowledge. sme.org/leanbok
Apply for the Lean Gold Certification exam at sme.org/gold-exam. You have one year to take the exam
from the date of purchase.
To assist in preparing for the exam, review the Preparation Resources and visit sme.org/prepare.
 ake the exam. This open-book, open-notes exam is three hours and contains approximately 150 questions.
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To pass the exam, you must score 75% or higher.
 fter passing the exam, to receive your Lean Gold Certification you must exercise your lean knowledge by
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participating in activities in which lean principles and tools are applied through the development of a lean
portfolio. Your lean portfolio must document and include:
> 200 hours of education and training requirements (including 80 hours from Bronze, 80 hours from Silver,
plus 40 additional hours)
> One tactical project, two integrative value stream projects, and two strategic enterprise projects that
demonstrate continuing practice in lean to which specific lean principles and tools were applied.
> A reflection statement that captures your lean journey and what you have learned through the
certification and portfolio process
> Mentoring and/or coaching. Lean Gold Certification candidates are expected to seek out others in their
lean journey to help them develop and grow. This activity should be demonstrated and include measurable
outcomes in your portfolio.
 he final step in earning your Lean Gold Certification is an interview with a team of Lean Certified
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professionals and/or the Certification Oversight and Appeals Committee.
Once you have passed your portfolio review and the interview, you will earn your Lean Gold Certification.
 lan your next step your Lean Gold Certification is valid for three years. You will need to recertify
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every three years to maintain your Lean Gold Certification. 
For additional information visit sme.org/gold.

Preparation Resources
There are plenty of resources to assist you in preparing for Lean Certification. In addition to the resources
listed below, you can find additional information at sme.org/prepare.
Lean Body of Knowledge sme.org/leanbok
Competency and Behavior Model sme.org/leancompetency
Recommended Reading sme.org/leanreading
Frequently Asked Questions sme.org/faqs
Classroom Review Program for Lean Certification
This instructor-led, collaborative review program helps candidates gain an excellent foundation for completing
the lean certification program. An interactive group review of tactical lean principles helps solidify your
understanding of the Body of Knowledge and key lean concepts and prepares you for the Lean Bronze
Certification exam. Youll also learn about the portfolio requirements. sme.org/lean-review
Lean Online Review Program (LORP)
This program allows you to stay up-to-date on the latest lean principles anytime, anywhere. These eight
online courses review the key lean principles, concepts, and tools covered in the Lean Certification Body of
Knowledge, on a tactical level (Bronze). You can purchase the program through our online store. Please keep in
mind that this review program is NOT intended to be lean training. sme.org/lean-onlinereview
Features include:
Vocabulary and definitions (printable)
Downloadable PDF of each lesson
Pre- and post-course tests
Interactive exercises
24/7 online access
One-year online access from date of purchase
Lean Registry
Visit the Lean Registry, a free online networking community and collaboration space, to connect with other lean
practitioners. The Lean Registry allows users to post their needs and expertise directly to their profile, create
virtual groups, and connect in a secure environment. Registrants can easily search through shared profiles to
find and connect with others. sme.org/leanregistry

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recommended reading
To assist in your preparation for the exam, we recommend the following set of materials. The exam
questions are based on these specific core reference materials selected by knowledgeable and experienced
practitioners. sme.org/leanreading

Lean Knowledge Certificate and Lean Bronze Certification

sme.org/bronzepackage

 asaaki, Imai (2012). Gemba Kaizen: A Commonsense Approach to a Continuous Improvement Strategy
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(Second Ed.). New York, NY: The McGraw Hill Companies. ISBN: 978-0071790352
 ascal, Dennis (2007). Lean Production Simplified: A Plain-Language Guide to the Worlds Most Powerful
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Production System (Second Ed.). New York, NY: Productivity Press. ISBN: 978-1563273568

Womack,
James P. and Jones, Daniel T. (2003). Lean Thinking: Banish Waste and Create Wealth in Your
Corporation (Second Ed.). New York, NY: Simon & Schuster, Inc. ISBN: 978-0743249270

Rother,
Mike and Shook, John (2003). Learning to See: Value Stream Mapping to Add Value and Eliminate
MUDA. Cambridge, MA: The Lean Enterprise Institute. ISBN: 978-0966784305

Lean Silver Certification

sme.org/silverpackage

Mascitelli, Ronald (2004). The Lean Design Guidebook: Everything Your Product Development Team Needs
to Slash Manufacturing Cost. Northridge, CA: Technology Perspectives. ISBN: 978-0966269727
 areau, William (2002). Office Kaizen: Transforming Office Operations into a Strategic Competitive
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Advantage. Milwaukee, WI: ASQ Quality Press. ISBN: 978-0873895569
 askell, Brian H., Baggaley, Bruce, and Grasso, Larry (2011). Practical Lean Accounting: A Proven System
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for Measuring and Managing the Lean Enterprise (Second Ed.). Boca Raton, FL: Taylor & Francis Group.
ISBN: 978-1439817162

Cunningham,
Jean E. and Fiume, Orest (2003). Real Numbers: Management Accounting in a Lean
Organization. Durham, NC: Managing Times Press. ISBN: 978-0972809900
 iker, Jeffrey (2003). The Toyota Way: 14 Management Principles from the Worlds Greatest Manufacturer.
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New York, NY: The McGraw Hill Companies. ISBN: 978-0071392310
 hno, Taiichi (1988). Toyota Production System: Beyond Large-Scale Production. Portland, OR:
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Productivity, Inc. ISBN: 978-0915299140

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Mann,
David (2010). Creating a Lean Culture: Tools to Sustain Lean Conversions (Second Ed.). New York,
NY: Taylor & Francis Group. ISBN: 978-1439811412
 omack, James P. and Jones, Daniel T (2005). Lean Solutions: How Companies and Customers Can
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Create Value and Wealth Together. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster, Inc. ISBN: 978-0743277785
 enderson, Bruce A and Larco, Jorge L. (1999). Lean Transformation: How to Change Your Business into a
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Lean Enterprise. Richmond, VA: The Oaklea Press. ISBN: 978-0964660120

Hawken,
Paul, Lovins, Amory, and Lovins, L. Hunter (2000). Natural Capitalism: Creating the Next
Industrial Revolution. New York, NY: Little, Brown & Company (Hachette Book Group).
ISBN: 978-0316353007

Ford,
Henry (2003). Today & Tomorrow: Commemorative Edition of Fords 1926 Classic. Boca Raton, FL:
Taylor & Francis Group. ISBN: 978-0915299362

Supplemental Reading
The Shingo Model (shingoprize.org/model)
 hingo Institute Challenge for the Research and Professional Publication Award
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(shingoprize.org/recognition/#challengeforresearch)

Graban,
Mark (2011). Lean Hospitals: Improving Quality, Patient Safety, and Employee Engagement
(Second Ed.). Boca Raton, FL: Taylor & Francis Group. ISBN: 978-1439870433

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recertification
Maintain Your Credentials
Keeping the credentials you worked hard for is just as important as earning them. To ensure you stay on top
of the latest advances in lean, and uphold a strong competitive edge, you must recertify every three years to
maintain your lean standing. sme.org/leanrecert

Earning Credits
Recertification requires that you participate in ongoing lean activities, which can take many forms. Whether you
recertify at the Bronze, Silver, or Gold level, you will need to document a minimum of 60 recertification credits
over a three-year period from receiving your certification or from your last recertification. Your education,
training, and development must be focused on the Lean Body of Knowledge and include activities from three
or more of the professional development activities below. sme.org/leanrecert-credits
Attendance
Earning recertification credits can be as easy as attending a conference, course, seminar, and chapter meeting.
A maximum of 30 credits can be earned during the three-year period.
Resources:
sme.org/upcomingevents
sme.org/chapters
ame.org/events

asq.org/conferences
shingoprize.org/education

Authorship
You can earn recertification credits for writing a book, applying for an award, writing a technical paper,
preparing speaker materials, and submitting your lean reflection statement.
Resources:
sme.org/authors
sme.org/prepare

shingoprize.org

Education
Up to 18 credits can be earned from attending college or continuing education classes, employer-arranged
training, virtual training, watching webinars, teaching a Lean Certification review program, watching a video,
and reading a book.
Resources:
sme.org/catalog
toolingu.com/vilt
sme.org/upcomingevents

ame.org/webinars
asq.org/conferences
shingoprize.org/education

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Involvement
Taking part in a speaking engagement, committee activity, Kaizen project, or reviewing a Lean Certification
portfolio, can earn you up to 30 credits during the three-year period. If you are interested in becoming a Lean
Certification portfolio reviewer, email certification@sme.org.
Leadership
Earn a maximum of 30 credits by becoming an elected officer or member leader of a lean organization,
mentoring a candidate on his/her lean journey, or organizing a lean event.
Resources:
sme.org/moreinfo
sme.org/leanregistry
ame.org/volunteer
shingoprize.org
asq.org
Gemba
Gemba activities can earn you a maximum of 30 credits. Activities include employment, performing a plant
assessment, conducting a plant or facility tour, and writing a review on a book from the recommended
reading list.
Resources:
sme.org/bronzepackage
sme.org/silverpackage
sme.org/goldpackage
Feedback
Provide a documented recommendation and/or testimonial (i.e., LinkedIn, Lean Registry) on lean to earn a
maximum of six credits with this activity during a three-year period.
Resources:
sme.org/leanregistry
linkedin.com
View the complete list of lean recertification activities available for credit at sme.org/leanrecert-credits.

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Individuals, Please Contact:

SME
800.733.4763
certification@sme.org
sme.org/certification

Companies, Educators and Industry Groups,

Please Contact:
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866.706.8665
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