Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment Training Programs
Scheduled public cohorts open to individuals. No organizational requirement. OTU-partnered and sector-endorsed programs with confirmed upcoming dates.
About this program
Individual Enrollment, No Organization Required
Our open enrollment programs are scheduled public cohorts that individuals can join without organizational sponsorship. Each is instructor-led, live virtual, and university-partnered or sector-endorsed. Canada Job Grant and provincial funding programs may be available to cover part or all of the cost.
Schedule
Upcoming Cohort Dates
Lean Yellow Belt (OTU-partnered)
Instructor: Stacey Smyth. OTU-partnered. Small cohort.
Lean QI White Belt (CCA-recognized)
CCA-recognized. 2 sessions. Entry-level, no prerequisites.
Lean QI Yellow Belt (CCA-recognized)
CCA-recognized. 2 sessions. White Belt prerequisite.
Lean QI Green Belt (CCA-recognized)
CCA-recognized. 6 sessions. Project-based certification.
Lean QI Green Belt (ALA — Australasia)
ALA partner program (RTO 41012). 6 live sessions over 3 weeks. Dual credential: LEA Green Belt + BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management. Trainer: Greg Kilbey.
Lean Sigma White Belt for Public Health
2 sessions. Entry-level Public Health Lean Sigma certification.
Lean Sigma Yellow Belt for Public Health
2 sessions. White Belt prerequisite. Process mapping, value stream mapping, Kaizen and 5S.
Lean Sigma Green Belt for Public Health
6 half-day sessions over two weeks. Instructor: Krista Galic.
Lean Sigma Black Belt for Public Health
4 full-day sessions + group tutorials. Instructor: Krista Galic.
Lean Healthcare White Belt for Nursing
Ontario NEI-eligible. Effective cost $0 for eligible RNs, NPs, and RPNs.
Flexibility
Delivery Options
Virtual (live online)
All open enrollment cohorts run virtually. No travel required.
Small cohort sizes
Limited enrollment keeps groups small for a richer learning experience.
Flexible scheduling
Afternoon and evening session options available. Designed for working professionals.
Recognized
Recognized & Partner-Certified
Ontario Tech University (OTU)
OTU-partnered programs are recognized by employers across Canada. Sector-aligned programs include CCA-recognised Lean QI for community health and social services, and Lean Sigma for Public Health.
Sectors
Programs Available
Yellow Belt (OTU)
Live online. Next cohort: May to June 2026.
Lean QI White Belt (CCA)
CCA-recognized. September 15 to 16, 2026.
Lean QI Yellow Belt (CCA)
CCA-recognized. October 5 to 6, 2026.
Lean QI Green Belt (CCA)
CCA-recognized. November 23 to December 2, 2026.
Lean QI Green Belt (ALA)
ALA partner (RTO 41012). July 6 to 22, 2026. $3,250 + GST. Dual credential: LEA Green Belt + BSB50820.
Lean Sigma White Belt
Public Health. September 22 and 24, 2026. 2 sessions.
Lean Sigma Yellow Belt
Public Health. October 6 and 8, 2026. White Belt prerequisite.
Lean Sigma Green Belt
Public Health. Nov to Dec 2026.
Lean Sigma Black Belt
Public Health. June 2026.
White Belt for Nursing
NEI-eligible. Fall 2026 cohort.
What participants say
Trusted by professionals across Canada
Excellent session — a good mix of presentation and group work. Very informative. Looking forward to the Yellow Belt.
This training gave me an extensive set of tools for my toolbelt — ones I will utilize on projects and on a day-to-day basis. Different ways of viewing and tackling problems that can be effectively applied in my role.
Great session! Very helpful! Love the practicality of many tools introduced to us!
Sourced from participant feedback surveys. Names withheld for privacy.
Reserve Your Spot
Contact us to confirm enrollment in the next available cohort or to check whether funding applies to you. Canada Job Grant may cover up to two-thirds of training costs for eligible organizations. Ontario nurses may qualify for NEI reimbursement, making the White Belt program free. Contact us to confirm eligibility.
FAQ
Common questions
Open enrollment programs are public cohorts any individual can join. You do not need your employer to sponsor the enrollment. You register as an individual, though employer funding (Canada Job Grant, professional development budgets) can still be used.
Yes. Canada Job Grant can fund training for individuals employed by eligible organizations. Ontario nurses can apply for NEI reimbursement up to $1,500/year. Other union and employer PD benefits may also apply. Contact us to help identify what applies to you.
Yes. The curriculum and instructors are the same. Open enrollment cohorts simply run on a fixed public schedule rather than being organized privately by an employer.