About this Event
Leadership Scholars Academy™ Session 3: Leading Continuous Quality Improvement Through Lean
2‑Day Interactive Workshop Agenda
Program Description
This two‑day, Green Belt–aligned Lean training provides healthcare and service professionals with hands‑on experience applying Lean principles, waste identification, problem‑solving tools, and leadership strategies to drive sustainable quality improvement. Participants engage in simulations, real‑world scenarios, and team‑based learning to build practical, immediately applicable improvement skills.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this two-day educational activity, participants will be able to:
1. Explain and apply core Lean principles (value, flow, pull, and continuous improvement) to identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and outcomes in healthcare and service environments.
2. Identify and analyze waste (TIMWOODS) within real or simulated work processes using structured observation, simple process mapping, and value‑stream concepts.
3. Apply essential Lean improvement and problem‑solving tools (e.g., 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, Kaizen, 5 Whys, and A3) to develop data‑informed improvement solutions.
4. Develop and interpret basic performance metrics and KPIs to evaluate process performance, monitor progress, and support continuous improvement efforts.
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for healthcare and service professionals who are responsible for improving quality, efficiency, and operational performance and who want to build practical, hands-on skills in Lean methodology. Ideal participants include:
- Nurse leaders and clinical managers (e.g., charge nurses, supervisors, managers, directors) seeking to lead unit- or department-based improvement initiatives
- Frontline healthcare professionals (nurses, allied health professionals, technicians) interested in identifying inefficiencies and driving meaningful change in daily work processes
- Quality, safety, and performance improvement professionals involved in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement efforts
- Interprofessional team members (e.g., case managers, administrators, support services leaders) contributing to workflow redesign, patient experience, or operational excellence
- Emerging leaders and high-potential staff preparing for roles that require problem-solving, data-informed decision-making, and process improvement expertise
- Experienced leaders seeking structured Lean training aligned with Green Belt–level competencies and practical application tools
Participants will benefit most if they are actively engaged in—or preparing to lead—process improvement initiatives and are motivated to apply Lean principles, tools, and leadership strategies to achieve measurable, sustainable results in healthcare or service environments.
Investment
- Single Session Option: Session 3: $1000
✅ Best Value: Enroll in the full series (all 3 sessions) for a comprehensive learning experience.
Participants will receive leadership books tailored to each LSA™ session attended.
Lunch will be provided each day.
Group & Partner Discounts
We value collaboration and team-based learning.
Discounts are available for organizations and clinical partners sending multiple participants.
Organizations planning to register three or more attendees for the LSA should email [email protected] to request a promotional code before registration.
3-5 Participants from your Organization = 10% discount
6-9 Participants from your Organization = 15% discount
10+ Participants from your Organization = 20% discount
Contact [email protected] for details.
If you wish to pay by check, mail to:
LSUHSC School of Nursing
Nursing Continuing Professional Development
Attention: Clair Millet
1900 Gravier Street, Office 413
New Orleans, La. 70112
Participants must commit to all three sessions to complete the Leadership Scholars Academy™ successfully.
Seating is limited to 25 participants per session.
The registration deadline is October 30th, 2026.
Financing is available through Campus Federal’s Continuing Education Loan
- $500 minimum loan, $15,000 maximum loan
- Fixed Rate, Fixed principal and interest payments up to 48 months
- Payroll deduction, Bill Pay and transfer payment options available
- Payment protection insurance available
- No prepayment penalty
- Available to members enrolled in continuing education classes at Louisiana State University.
For more information or to apply for a loan, visit https://www.campusfederal.org/products/education-loans/
Refunds/Cancellations
- Cancellation must be made in writing via email to [email protected] 48 hours prior to the scheduled educational activity. Refunds for cancellation after this deadline will be made only at the discretion of the School of Nursing Dean.
- Refunds minus a $25 administrative fee will be honored if notification in writing is received 48 hours prior to the educational activity (or as specified for the individual program).
- No refunds will be provided after the educational activity has begun. No refunds will be provided if the participant leaves after the activity has begun for any reason.
- The School of Nursing reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any educational activity due to an insufficient number of registrants or for any reason deemed necessary.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
LSUHNO School of Nursing, Continuing Education Classroom (Room 408), 1900 Gravier Street, New Orleans, United States
USD 1055.59
