Expert · Level 4 of 4
Six Sigma Black Belt
Certification
Master advanced analytics and lead the improvement program itself.
- 41 hours
- 56 lessons
- 97-question exam
- Exam + unlimited retakes
Course, timed, closed-book exam, unlimited retakes, certificate and LinkedIn credential — all included.
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Outcomes
What you’ll learn.
The expert credential. Black Belt covers advanced statistical methods — design of experiments, multiple regression, non-parametric tests — plus program leadership: coaching Green Belts, selecting portfolios of projects, and driving organizational change. Over twenty hours of video lecture are woven through the lessons.
Lead large, cross-functional DMAIC projects with significant financial impact
Design and analyze experiments (full and fractional factorial DOE)
Apply advanced statistics: multiple regression, non-parametric methods
Model processes and simulate improvements before committing resources
Coach and develop Green Belts and improvement teams
Build project portfolios aligned to business strategy
Lead the human side: sponsorship, resistance and change management
How we compare
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| What you get | You Averon Averon Institute | Provider A | Provider B | Provider C | Provider D Exam only | Provider E Exam only |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price — Green Belt | $249All included | $299.95 | $399 | $495 | $438 | ~$295 |
| Price — Black Belt | $349All included | $399.95 | $499 | $595 | $538 | ~$395 |
| Training included | Included | Included | Incl. Minitab | Included | Exam only | Exam only |
| Video lessons | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Exam | Timed, closed-book | Timed, open-note | Timed | Untimed, open-book | Timed, proctored, open-book | Timed, proctored, closed-book |
| Free exam retake | Unlimited | Not stated | Unlimited free | Unlimited | Paid | Buy another |
| Practice questions + flashcards | Unlimited + flashcards | Not stated | Included | Chapter tests | No | No |
| Downloadable toolkit | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| In-lesson AI tutor | Included free | No | +$250 add-on | No | No | No |
| Certificate verification | Free public QR | Badge / wallet card | Credential + badge | Registry # (badge extra) | Registry lookup | Lookup + Credly |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days | None stated | 24 hours | 72h, 15% fee | None | None |
| Access / renewal | Lifetime, no renewal | Expires after 1 year | Lifetime | Lifetime | BB recert every 3 yrs | No expiry |
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Curriculum
Inside the curriculum.
12 modules · 41 hours of guided material. Selected lesson highlights from each module below.
01Enterprise Deployment and Strategy3 hr 22 min
- Strategic Alignment and Hoshin Kanri
- Portfolio Management and Benefit Tracking
- Benchmarking Strategy, Types, and Ethics
- Maturity Models and Deployment Health
3 hr 22 min
02Change Management and Leadership5 hr 3 min
- Change Models: Kotter and ADKAR
- Resistance, Influence, and Negotiation
- Team Dynamics and Facilitation
- Situational Leadership and Team Development Stages
- Team Motivation Theories for Project Leaders
- Coaching and Mentoring Green Belts
5 hr 3 min
03Advanced Project and Financial Management3 hr 11 min
- Financial Measures: NPV, IRR, and Payback
- Project Risk and Schedule Management
- FMEA and Risk Priority Numbers
- Scoping Large and Cross-Functional Projects
3 hr 11 min
04Advanced Measurement System Analysis3 hr 37 min
- Nested and Destructive Gage Studies
- Variance Components and Expanded MSA
- Attribute Agreement at Scale
- Process Capability Indices and Sigma Level
- Capability for Non-Normal Data: Box-Cox and Johnson Transformations
3 hr 37 min
05Advanced Statistical Inference4 hr 9 min
- Probability Distributions for Black Belts
- Power and Sample Size
- Confidence, Tolerance, and Prediction Intervals
- Multi-Vari Studies
- Equivalence Testing and Practical Significance
- Root Cause Analysis: Five Whys and Fault Tree Analysis
4 hr 9 min
06Advanced Hypothesis Testing3 hr 35 min
- Two-Way and Multi-Factor ANOVA
- General Linear Models
- Hypothesis Tests for Proportions and Variances
- Chi-Square Goodness-of-Fit and Contingency Tables
- Advanced Non-Parametric Methods
3 hr 35 min
07Design of Experiments5 hr 17 min
- Full Factorial Design and Analysis
- Fractional Factorial and Screening Designs
- Randomised Block, Latin Square, and Graeco-Latin Designs
- Response Surface Methods and Optimisation
- Practical DOE: Planning and Execution
- Taguchi Robust Parameter Design
- Mixture Designs and Evolutionary Operation (EVOP)
5 hr 17 min
08Advanced Modelling3 hr 9 min
- Multiple Regression and Model Selection
- Logistic Regression
- Time Series and Forecasting Basics
- Factor Analysis, MANOVA, and Discriminant Analysis
- Monte Carlo Simulation
3 hr 9 min
09Advanced Control and SPC2 hr 33 min
- CUSUM and EWMA Charts
- Rational Subgrouping and Control Chart Selection
- Short-Run and Multivariate SPC
- Control Plan Governance and Audit
2 hr 33 min
10Design for Six Sigma3 hr 58 min
- DMADV and IDOV Frameworks
- Quality Function Deployment
- Reliability Engineering and Tolerance Design
- Design for X: Cost, Manufacturability, Testability, and Maintainability
- TRIZ and Structured Innovation
3 hr 58 min
11Advanced Lean Enterprise2 hr 57 min
- Total Productive Maintenance and OEE
- SMED and Quick Changeover
- Heijunka and Kanban Systems
- Process Cycle Efficiency, Little's Law, and Takt-Based Line Balancing
- Theory of Constraints
2 hr 57 min
12Toolkit, Practice, and Certification1 hr 31 min
- Black Belt Toolkit: 20 print-ready templates, worksheets, and reference cards — X-matrix, portfolio scorer, NPV worksheet, MSA planner, DOE selector, master formula card, and more
- Practice mode: all 169 lesson questions with instant explanations, unlimited attempts
- Flashcard decks: every key term, spaced-repetition style
- Timed module quizzes as you finish each module
- Black Belt certification exam (97 questions, 97 minutes)
1 hr 31 min
Who it’s for
Built for people doing real work.
No prerequisites beyond where you are in your career. If you see yourself below, this belt was designed for you.
Experienced practitioners ready to lead complex, cross-functional projects
Green Belts stepping up to full-time improvement leadership
Consultants and managers who own operational excellence programs
Professionals targeting senior operations, quality and strategy roles
The exam
Certification you actually earn.
97
questions, multiple choice
97
minutes, timed
80%
score to pass
Free
unlimited retakes
The exam is timed online and available on demand — take it the moment you feel ready, from anywhere. Pass, and your certificate is issued immediately with a unique credential ID that anyone can check on our public verification page. Fall short, and unlimited free retakes are waiting once you’ve had time to review.
What you’ll earn
Proof that travels: the certificate and the badge.
Pass the Black Belt exam and two artifacts are issued together, both carrying your unique credential ID.
- An engraved certificate, rendered from the live credential register — print-ready on A4
- The compact Ledger badge for email signatures, slides and social posts
- A QR code and credential ID anyone can verify free at /verify, forever
- One-click “Add to profile” for LinkedIn’s Licenses & Certifications
AVERON INSTITUTE
This is to certify that
Jordan A. Rivera
has been admitted to the certification of
SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT
Certified
Jordan A. Rivera
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
Issued
Aug 2026
Credential ID
AVI-BB-9034-2211
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Reviews
What graduates say.
Shown anonymously, at our graduates’ request.
This Black Belt course elevated me from problem solver to change leader.
The advanced statistics were demystified with remarkable clarity.
I now lead cross-functional projects with total confidence.
Hypothesis testing finally makes complete sense to me.
The depth of content here is unmatched by any other program.
I mentor Green Belts now because this course made me an expert.
Design of experiments went from intimidating to intuitive.
My leadership skills grew as much as my technical skills.
This certification transformed my career trajectory overnight.
The instructors teach at a mastery level without losing you.
I can now quantify the financial impact of every project.
Regression analysis is now one of my sharpest tools.
Questions
Black Belt questions, answered.
Do I need Green Belt first?
We strongly recommend it. Black Belt assumes fluency with core DMAIC tools and moves quickly into advanced methods. If you already lead projects day to day, you can start here — the first modules include a rapid review.
How is this different from Green Belt?
Green Belt makes you a capable project leader. Black Belt adds the advanced statistical toolkit (DOE, multiple regression, advanced SPC) and the leadership layer — coaching belts, selecting portfolios, and running the program itself.
How long will it take?
About 39 hours of material, including over twenty hours of video lecture. Most students complete it in 8–12 weeks part-time, with lifetime access if life gets in the way.
Does it include the exam?
Yes — the 91-question certification exam and unlimited free retakes are included, plus a timed quiz at the end of every module so nothing on the exam comes as a surprise.
Better together
The Complete Program
All four belts in one purchase — the full journey from first principles to expert leadership.
- White Belt
- Yellow Belt
- Green Belt
- Black Belt
$727 bought separately — save $145
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One payment. 41 hours of expert-built material, a timed, closed-book exam with unlimited free retakes, and a credential that stays on your profile for good.
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