Create more value with fewer resources through Lean Practices

Employers and employees looking to access bite-sized, accredited upskilling programmes to develop lean business practices. Lean practices help you create value with fewer resources and less waste.

You may be eligible if:

• You are a small, medium or large enterprise
• You are in employment

Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions.
 

Lean Practice for Sustainable Business consists of two FET micro-qualifications which can be undertaken together as part of an overall Special Purpose Award or as independent awards: 

• Lean Principles for Sustainable Business
• Lean Tools for Sustainable Business

As with all FET micro-qualifications, you benefit from:

• Targeted upskilling designed collaboratively between SOLAS, ETBs, and enterprise and industry partners
• Bite-sized training, completed in approximately 50 hours
• Local training delivered via the 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs) nationwide
• Flexible programme delivery - available in person, online or via blended formats
• Flexible course schedule, designed to fit the operating needs of the business
• Fully accredited skills (NFQ level 5)
• Highly subsidised training, offered at little or no cost

For employers:

• Apply lean thinking and tools to create value with fewer resources and less waste
• Implement environmental sustainability actions in your business
• Boost productivity, efficiency and agility
• Employee development and retention

For employees:

• Develop practical solutions for lean businesses practices
• Gain new, accredited skills in a short time commitment
• Expand opportunities for career progression
• Enhance existing skills for more efficient working