Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Credential: Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Credentialing Agency: American Society for Quality (ASQ)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The American Society for Quality (ASQ), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) is a professional who can explain Six Sigma philosophies and principles, including supporting systems and tools. Certified Six Sigma Black Belts demonstrate team leadership, understand team dynamics and assign team member roles and responsibilities. CSSBB candidates have a thorough understanding of all aspects of the define, measure, analyze, improve and control (DMAIC) model in accordance with Six Sigma principles. Candidates have a basic knowledge of lean enterprise concepts, are able to identify non-value-added elements and activities and are able to use specific tools. CSSBB candidates must have two completed projects with signed affidavits or one completed project with signed affidavit and three years of work experience in one or more areas of the Six Sigma Body of Knowledge. Candidates do not need to be a Certified Six Sigma Green Belt to qualify for the CSSBB. Candidates must pass a written examination.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 3 years
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
600 N Plankinton Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Phone: (800) 248-1946
Fax: (414) 272-1734
Email: help@asq.org
Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidate must have two completed projects with signed affidavits.
Pathway 2:
Candidate must have one completed project with a signed affidavit and three years of work experience in one or more areas of the Six Sigma Body of Knowledge.
Note: Work experience must be in a full time, paid role. Paid intern, co-op or any other course work cannot be applied towards the work experience requirement.
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) credential has the following other requirements:
- Candidate must meet the minimum expectations for a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt as set by American Society for Quality (ASQ). Details can be obtained from ASQ website, see the CSSBB Brochure and the CSSBB page.
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
An additional resource is O'Reilly Learning Safari Books Online, a searchable digital library that provides online access to thousands of books, training videos and conference sessions. See the Educational Resources section on the Related Sites page here on COOL to learn how to get free access.
Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the American Society for Quality (ASQ) testing process, visit the agency website.
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Third-Party Test Vendor Information
Testing for this credential is handled by the following vendor:
Prometric
The test centers are located in the U.S.
To find out more, use the following links on the Prometric website:
- Search for Testing Program
- Locate a Test Center
- Agency/Certification Specific Testing Information
- Contact Prometric
RECERTIFICATION
Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
Renewal Period: 3 years
Additional considerations for the Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) include:
- Candidates do not need to be a Certified Six Sigma Green Belt.