Agile Training and Certification
Agile Project Management: Training, Certification, and the ALA Pathway
Apply Agile alongside Lean, and progress to internationally recognized project management credentials through our partnership with the Australasian Leadership Academy (ALA).
Complementary, not competing
Agile and Lean: Better Together
Lean eliminates waste in ongoing operations: cycle time, throughput, quality. Agile delivers projects iteratively: sprints, adaptive planning, rapid feedback. They share the same core principles but apply them in different domains. Organizations that run Lean operations and Agile projects get the best of both.
LEA's Agile programs are built with this integration in mind. The curriculum connects Agile concepts to Lean principles your team already knows, and the credential pathway extends your Lean Green Belt into internationally recognized project management qualifications.
| Dimension | Lean | Agile |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Toyota Production System | Software development |
| Focus | Ongoing operations | Project delivery |
| Core method | Eliminate waste, improve flow | Iterate, adapt, deliver |
| Best for | Process improvement programs | Complex, changing projects |
The credential pathway
From Green Belt to APM+
Issued by Ontario Tech University via LEA
Lean Green Belt
- 85-hour program with a real improvement project
- DMAIC problem-solving and data analysis
- OTU-partnered certificate upon completion
- Required prerequisite for the ALA Diploma pathway
Issued by ALA (RTO #41012)
Diploma of Project Management
- BSB50820 — nationally recognized Australian qualification
- Project planning, risk, stakeholder management, delivery
- Builds directly on Green Belt analytical skills
- Additional process and fee applies beyond Green Belt
Via APFPM, administered by ALA
APO / APM+ Credentials
- APO (Accredited Project Officer): foundational credential
- APM+ (Accredited Project Manager): advanced credential
- Internationally recognized across APFPM member countries
- Assessment-based pathway via ALA as APFPM Accredited Partner
The Diploma and APO/APM+ pathways are administered by ALA. LEA supports the transition. Speak to us about timing, fees, and what each step involves.
Curriculum
What You Will Learn
What is Agile?
- The Agile Manifesto and 12 guiding principles
- Iterative delivery and adaptive planning
- Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid frameworks
- Agile vs. waterfall: when each applies
Lean and Agile Integration
- Shared roots: eliminating waste, improving flow
- Where Lean applies vs. where Agile applies
- Combining both for operations and project excellence
- Real examples from healthcare and government
Agile in Practice
- Scrum roles: Product Owner, Scrum Master, Dev Team
- Sprint planning, standups, reviews, retrospectives
- Kanban boards and work-in-progress limits
- Managing scope, risk, and stakeholder expectations
Why Agile for Your Organization
- Faster delivery in uncertain or changing environments
- Improved stakeholder visibility and engagement
- Higher project delivery success rates
- Building a culture of continuous learning and adaptation
Delivery
How We Deliver Agile Training
Instructor-led (in-person)
On-site cohort training. Best for teams building shared Agile capability together. We come to your location.
Virtual (live online)
Live instructor-facilitated sessions via video. Flexible scheduling across geographies and time zones.
Blended
Self-paced foundations combined with live coaching and project application. Best for individuals on their own schedule.
Teams of 5 or more: cohort delivery available. We schedule around your project calendar and customize case studies to your industry.
Delivered in partnership with ALA
The Australasian Leadership Academy Pty Ltd (ALA) is a registered training organization (RTO #41012) and an APFPM Accredited Training Partner. ALA issues the Diploma of Project Management (BSB50820) and administers the APO and APM+ assessment pathways. LEA is the Canadian delivery partner.
Belt Training Programs
Agile Belt Certification
Three progressive levels, from foundational awareness to skilled team leadership and credential pathways.
Agile White Belt
Develop your understanding of key Agile principles and values. Ideal for anyone new to Agile who needs to work alongside or support Agile teams.
Agile Yellow Belt
Expand your Agile knowledge and skillset, becoming an effective Agile team member who can contribute to sprints and iterative delivery cycles.
Agile Green Belt
Discover the benefits and competitive advantages of embracing Agile processes within your organization. OTU-partnered and the prerequisite for the ALA Diploma pathway.
Who it's for
Best Suited For
- Project managers formalizing their Agile practice
- Lean Green Belt holders pursuing the Diploma pathway
- Team leaders managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects
- Operations professionals in digital transformation roles
- Healthcare and government professionals managing program delivery
- Organizations running Lean who want Agile project delivery alongside it
Digital and Technology
Software, AI, and digital transformation initiatives where iteration and speed matter.
Digital Transformation →Healthcare Projects
Multi-department clinical improvement and system change programs across hospitals and health authorities.
Healthcare Programs →Government Program Delivery
Public sector service design and program management in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
Government Programs →Canada Job Grant funding may be available for eligible participants. Ask us when you book a call.
FAQ
Common Questions
Lean focuses on eliminating waste and improving process flow in ongoing operations. Agile focuses on iterative, adaptive delivery in project environments. They share core values: reduce waste, improve flow, build quality in, and engage people doing the work. Many organizations use both together.
Yes for the credential pathway. The ALA Diploma of Project Management requires completion of LEA's Lean Green Belt as a prerequisite. That said, foundational Agile concepts can be learned independently. Speak to us about the right starting point for your background.
Through ALA (RTO #41012), Lean Green Belt completers can progress to the Diploma of Project Management (BSB50820). As an APFPM Accredited Training Partner, ALA also provides assessment pathways to the Accredited Project Officer (APO) and Accredited Project Manager (APM+) credentials. An additional process and fee applies for the Diploma.
Yes. APFPM credentials are internationally recognized across member countries, including Canada. Speak to us about whether APO or APM+ fits your professional development and career context.
LEA is a delivery partner of the Australasian Leadership Academy Pty Ltd (ALA), a registered training organization (RTO #41012) and APFPM Accredited Training Partner. After completing LEA's Lean Green Belt, ALA administers the Diploma process. APO and APM+ assessment follows from there via the APFPM pathway.
Canada Job Grant funding may be available for eligible participants. Eligibility depends on province and employer size. Ask us when you book a call and we will confirm what applies to your situation.
Build Agile Capability in Your Organization
Book a call to discuss Agile training for your team, or to learn more about the Green Belt to Diploma pathway through ALA.