See how a Course Works: Intro to Online Learning
Description
This course explains the importance of Lean for Healthcare, how to implement it, and why it produces substantial benefits. This course comprises all of the subjects outlined below and is a complete overview of Lean for Healthcare. Subjects covered include:
Change Leadership, The Process of Change, Leading V Managing, Office Wastes, The Lean Elements, Rules and Tools, Value Stream Mapping, Work Balancing. Level Loading, Kaizen, Standard Work, Kaizen Facilitation, Team Roles and Team Growth, Workplace Organization (6s), Office Safety, Visual Workplace, Design for Ease of Use, Lean and Six Sigma Introduction, Extended Value Stream, Planning, Goals and Metrics, Organization, Keys to Success.
This course is ideal for those who are involved in healthcare organizations in any function.
Outline
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Additional Info
- Languages
- English
- Course Length
- 40.00 hours
- Duration of Access
Unlike other Distance Education Colleges, we impose no time limits or pressures on you to complete your course material. Your course will not expire, and it will not become invalid until you have successfully completed it.
- Instructor
Brian Furlong is a seasoned senior executive with 35+ years of experience in manufacturing, healthcare and finance. After working domestically and internationally for major companies such as Emerson, Westinghouse, Invensys, and National Westminster Bank, Brian has in-depth knowledge of manufacturing and administrative processes. He has directed projects to start up plants in England, Ireland, Thailand, and Mexico and has completed acquisitions in England, China, and India. He's a passionate advocate of Lean Enterprise and has successfully completed implementation in numerous facilities in the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia.
Brian has been practicing, teaching and consulting on Lean Enterprise in manufacturing, healthcare and service industries for over 14 years. He is the co-author of the book “The Elusive Lean Enterprise” and is an adjunct faculty instructor at several universities. Brian has traveled extensively and has lived and worked in four countries.
- Prerequisites/Audience
There are no prerequisites for this course. All of our courses are available to all students of all academic backgrounds. If you are concerned that you may have difficulties, please do not hesitate to contact one of our friendly course advisors who will be more than willing to discuss the options available to you.
- Requirements/Materials Included
All materials are in the course – no additional materials are required. You will need an Internet connection of 28Kpbs or higher, and a Web browser. Flash, Excel and Adobe readers are required. There are links to free readers in the course. Flash files in this course cannot be viewed on an IPAD and some other Apple devices.
