Lean Practitioner Module 1

Duration

17 hours

Purpose/scope

The purpose of this standard is to introduce key Lean concepts through a practical, workplace-based approach. Learners begin with a one-day workshop focused on customers, value, and waste, which lays the foundation for applying Lean thinking in their own work environment.

The core of the module is a series of on-the-job activities where learners apply Lean tools to a live improvement project. These include identifying internal and external customers (Voice of the Customer), mapping the process context (SIPOC), and analysing value and waste through supported and independent waste walks.

Online learning modules on Process Mapping and Value Stream Mapping provide just-in-time knowledge to support each activity. A Lean Coach guides and assesses learners throughout, offering practical support and feedback to ensure the tools are applied effectively and meaningfully.

By the end of the module, learners will have used core Lean methods to analyse and improve a real process in their area of work, building confidence and competence in continuous improvement.

Delivery

The following delivery methods may be used in the delivery of this standard:

• a blend of face to face and e-learning 

This standard is predominantly practical training

This standard is considered to be set at an advanced level

Assessment Type

Formally Assessed

Recognised Organisation

This standard is held by The Lean Construction Institute UK.

Quality assurance

Recognised

CITB will gain assurance through the Recognised Organisation’s quality arrangements.

Approved Training Organisation’s will be required to supply confirmation of approval (centre approval and scheme approval) with the related Recognised Organisation’s awarding organisation or body. In most cases this will be an approval certificate provided by the Recognised Organisation’s awarding organisation or body, listing the routes, qualifications, and categories they are approved to deliver. In addition, a copy of the most recent external quality assurance monitoring report will be required, relating to the standard that you wish to be approved for.

This information will be reviewed by CITB’s quality assurance team. Approval will be subject to the required Recognised Organisation’s documentation being supplied by you. As part of the quality assurance checks, CITB may confirm the accuracy of documentation with the issuing organisation.

Please refer to the Requirements for Approved Training Organisations Appendix 6 for further guidance on quality assurance.

Standard Classification

Lifetime

(Please note standards using this classification will only be grant aided once per learner)

Additional information about this standard

• It is recommended that a delegate has completed the Introduction to Lean Training with the Lean Constriction Institute UK
• Must have experience within the last 12 months of supporting at least one lean improvement project
• Module 1 is delivered through a blended approach combining workshop learning, online content, and on-the-job application. The focus is on enabling learners to apply Lean tools in a live workplace setting, supported by expert coaching and structured assessment.
• A Lean Coach provides ongoing support throughout the module, guiding learners through the application of tools, facilitating one-to-one coaching sessions, and supporting activities such as the initial waste walk. The coach also acts as an assessor, reviewing submitted evidence against defined criteria to ensure the practical application of learning is clearly demonstrated.
• Learners are expected to submit evidence for each activity using standard templates, including stakeholder maps, SIPOC diagrams, and waste walk outputs. This approach ensures that learning is grounded in real improvement work and assessed consistently across the pathway.