LEANTPS™ DIGITAL ACADEMY
LeanTPS™ Standardized Work Practitioner Program
Develop practical Standardized Work capability through structured learning, Practitioner Exercises, workplace application tools, a real Practitioner Project, and governed LeanTPS™ certification review.
Don’t just learn Standardized Work. Learn how to implement it.
Standardized Work connects customer demand, the work sequence, and the material conditions required to sustain flow. Within the Toyota Production System, those relationships establish a defined operating condition that makes abnormalities visible and provides a foundation for improvement.
The LeanTPS™ Digital Academy guides you through understanding those relationships, applying them within a workplace process, and demonstrating your capability through evidence.
The free introductory video is public. A free Academy account provides access to the complete written Free Learning Experience.
A connected approach to Standardized Work
Learning individual forms and calculations provides only part of the understanding needed to establish Standardized Work.
Effective application requires observing how work is actually performed, understanding customer demand, examining the relationship between people and equipment, and determining the operating conditions needed for safe, consistent execution.
The program teaches Standardized Work within the complete Toyota Production System. Participants examine how Standardized Work supports flow, makes abnormalities visible, guides leadership response, and provides a reference for verifying improvement.
Learning progresses through explanation, structured practice, workplace application, and review of demonstrated capability.
What you will develop
The program develops capability across five connected areas.
Standardized Work Fundamentals
Understand the purpose of Standardized Work and its relationship to the Toyota Production System. Explain how Takt Time, Standardized Work Sequence, and Standard Work-In-Process work together to establish a defined operating condition.
Observation & Analysis
Observe the actual process, identify work elements, record operating conditions, and analyze the relationship between customer demand, cycle time, work sequence, and material flow. Recognize abnormalities by comparing actual conditions with the defined standard.
Technical Application
Use Standardized Work forms and analysis methods to document and develop the process. Apply time observation, Standardized Work Combination Tables, Yamazumi Charts, Standardized Work Sheets, and Work Analysis Capacity Tables where appropriate.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
Identify problems in the operating condition, investigate causes, develop improvements, and verify results. Update the standard when evidence demonstrates that the revised method improves the process.
Leadership, Sustainment & Capability Development
Understand how leaders confirm operating conditions, respond to abnormalities, develop people, and support continued application. Establish follow-up practices that help improvements become part of daily work.
The Seven-Binder Academy and Your Package
The complete LeanTPS™ Digital Academy is organized into seven connected binders, B0–B6. Your purchased package determines which resources you can access. The Practitioner package includes Binders 0–3; Facilitator Development adds Binder 5; Instructor Development includes Binders 0–6, with Binder 6 limited to available teaching resources.
Binder 0 – Program Handbook
Included in all three packages
Begin with the program requirements and development pathway. The handbook explains learning expectations, competencies, the Practitioner Project, assessment, and the evidence required for certification.
Binder 1 – Practitioner Manual
Included in all three packages
Develop the knowledge foundation for Standardized Work within the Toyota Production System. The manual explains the principles, relationships, terminology, and methods needed to understand the operating condition before attempting to change it.
Binder 2 – Practitioner Workbook
Included in all three packages
Strengthen understanding through Practitioner Exercises, calculations, observation, analysis, and reflection. The workbook connects learning with practical application and guides preparation for the workplace Practitioner Project.
Binder 3 – Forms & Templates
Included in all three packages
Use the working documents needed to observe, analyze, establish, and improve operating conditions. The forms and templates support time observation, work sequencing, process analysis, implementation, verification, and sustainment.
Binder 4 – Instructor Guide
Included in Instructor Development
Support structured instruction through lesson guidance, learning objectives, exercise explanations, and debriefing support. The guide connects teaching with the understanding and practical capability participants are expected to develop.
Binder 5 – Facilitator Guide
Included in Facilitator and Instructor Development
Support workplace application through coaching guidance, exercise review, Practitioner Project support, and assessment guidance. The guide helps facilitators examine evidence, provide feedback, and support consistent application of program requirements.
Binder 6 – Training Module Presentation Guide
Included in Instructor Development
Use Teaching Modules containing instructional visuals, explanations, and presentation guidance. The modules support structured teaching and discussion of Toyota Production System principles and their application to Standardized Work.
Current availability: Binder 6 includes PDF content for Teaching Modules 01–16. Teaching Modules 17–32 and the complete video series remain unfinished.
All three packages include the Practitioner learning foundation, required workplace application, and Practitioner Project. Facilitator and Instructor Development add resources for supporting others. Purchasing access to those resources does not award a separate Facilitator or Instructor credential or a teaching licence.
How you progress through the program
Orient
Review the Program Handbook to understand the requirements, learning resources, competency expectations, and certification process. Consider the workplace process you could use for practical application.
Learn
Study the Practitioner Manual and relevant Academy learning materials. Develop an understanding of Standardized Work within the Toyota Production System and the operating relationships each method helps you examine.
Practice
Complete the required Practitioner Exercises. Use calculations, observation, analysis, and reflection to strengthen your understanding before applying the methods within a workplace process.
Apply
Use the forms and templates to examine actual operating conditions. Document the current process, analyze the work, identify abnormalities, and develop improvements appropriate to the process.
Demonstrate
Complete the Practitioner Project and assemble the required evidence. Show how you applied the methods, verified the results, and established a plan to sustain the operating condition.
Complete certification review
Submit the required evidence for LeanTPS™ review against the program’s competency and certification requirements. Address any required corrections through the applicable review process.
Certification is awarded when the required evidence demonstrates that the program requirements have been met. Further development through the LeanTPS™ pathway follows the requirements described in the Program Handbook.
The Practitioner Project
The Practitioner Project brings the learning together through application to a real workplace process.
Select a process that allows you to observe the current condition, apply relevant Standardized Work methods, and demonstrate the results of your work. The project should show how your analysis informed your decisions and how you verified the operating condition.
Your project evidence will address:
- The current operating condition and the problem or improvement need.
- Customer demand and Takt Time analysis where applicable.
- Work elements, sequence, cycle times, and relevant material conditions.
- The forms and analysis methods used to understand the process.
- Abnormalities, constraints, and improvement opportunities.
- Changes implemented and the evidence used to verify their results.
- Updated standards and the arrangements for follow-up and sustainment.
The project develops your ability to observe objectively, explain your reasoning, apply appropriate methods, and demonstrate practical capability.
A workplace process is needed to complete the project. If you are unsure whether your situation is suitable, contact LeanTPS™ before enrolling.
Assessment & Certification
LeanTPS™ certification recognizes demonstrated capability in applying Standardized Work within the Toyota Production System.
Assessment considers the required learning activities, Practitioner Exercises, workplace application, and Practitioner Project evidence. The review examines whether you can explain the methods, apply them appropriately, verify results, and support sustainment.
Successful candidates receive the LeanTPS™ Standardized Work Practitioner Certificate after meeting the program’s assessment and certification requirements.
Each of the three packages includes the initial Practitioner certification review and one corrective resubmission.
Purchasing access or completing the reading does not automatically award certification. The Program Handbook governs the requirements and review process.
Who the program is for
The program is intended for people responsible for understanding, establishing, improving, or sustaining workplace processes, including:
- Supervisors, team leaders, and operations managers.
- Continuous improvement and operational excellence practitioners.
- Manufacturing, industrial, and quality engineers.
- Quality professionals and process improvement leaders.
- Trainers, instructors, and workplace facilitators.
- Project managers responsible for operational improvement.
Previous Toyota Production System experience is not required. Learning begins with the fundamentals and progresses toward practical application.
Participants should be prepared to study, complete exercises, observe actual work, and develop evidence through a workplace project.
Choose Your Learning Package
You may begin with any of the three packages. Each includes the Practitioner foundation and the same evidence-based Practitioner certification requirements. Choose one package per order because the resources overlap.
Practitioner
CAD $795
Binders 0, 1, 2 and 3.
Program Handbook, Practitioner Manual, Practitioner Workbook, and Forms & Templates.
Facilitator Development
CAD $995
Binders 0, 1, 2, 3 and 5.
The Practitioner foundation plus the Facilitator Guide for supporting others in workplace application.
Instructor Development
CAD $1,295
Binders 0–6.
The Practitioner foundation, Facilitator Guide, Instructor Guide, and available Binder 6 teaching resources.
All prices are one-time prices in Canadian dollars before applicable taxes. Taxes are calculated at checkout. Each package provides 12 months of individual access to its included resources.
Included in every package
- The Program Handbook, Practitioner Manual, Practitioner Workbook, and Forms & Templates.
- Practitioner learning, required exercises, and workplace application resources.
- The Practitioner Project requirements and supporting resources.
- Initial Practitioner certification review and one corrective resubmission.
Instructor Development availability: Binder 6 currently includes PDF content for Teaching Modules 01–16. Teaching Modules 17–32 and the complete video series remain unfinished. Purchase does not award a separate Facilitator or Instructor credential, a teaching licence, or authorization to deliver LeanTPS™ certification programs. Teaching authorization follows the separate requirements in the Program Handbook.
Delivery combines self-directed online learning with workplace application. Personal coaching or teaching support with David Devoe can be arranged separately.
For team participation, organizational delivery, or facilitation needs, contact LeanTPS™ to discuss your requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I try the teaching before enrolling?
Yes. The House Toyota Built introduces the Toyota Production System as a connected operating system. The introductory video is publicly available. Create a free Academy account to continue into the complete written Free Learning Experience. Free registration is separate from enrolment in the paid Practitioner Program.
Which binders are included in the $795 Practitioner package?
The Practitioner package includes Binders 0–3: the Program Handbook, Practitioner Manual, Practitioner Workbook, and Forms & Templates. Facilitator Development adds Binder 5. Instructor Development includes Binders 0–6, with Binder 6 limited to available teaching resources.
Must I buy Practitioner before choosing a development package?
No. You may start with Practitioner, Facilitator Development, or Instructor Development. Each package includes the Practitioner foundation. Choose one package per order because their resources overlap.
Is the program self-directed?
Yes. The program combines self-directed online learning, structured exercises, and workplace application. Progress is supported by the program resources and requirements described in the Program Handbook.
Do I need previous Lean or Toyota Production System experience?
No. The learning sequence begins with foundational principles. Participants with previous experience can use the program to examine their understanding and develop evidence of practical application.
Do I need access to a workplace?
Access to a suitable real process is needed to complete the Practitioner Project. Contact LeanTPS™ before enrolling if you need to discuss whether your proposed application is suitable.
How long will I have access?
Each package provides twelve months of individual access to its included resources. The time needed to complete the learning and project will depend on your study schedule and workplace application.
Does enrolment guarantee certification?
No. Certification depends on meeting the program requirements and demonstrating the required capability through reviewed evidence.
Can several people from my organization participate?
Contact LeanTPS™ to discuss the number of participants, workplace objectives, and any delivery or facilitation requirements.
Does Practitioner certification include a teaching licence?
Practitioner certification and teaching licensing are separate stages of the LeanTPS™ development pathway. Buying Instructor Development provides access to its learning resources; purchase does not award a teaching licence or authorization to deliver LeanTPS™ certification programs. Teaching licence requirements are governed by the Program Handbook.
Take the next step
Review the program requirements and consider where you could apply Standardized Work within a real process.
Choose the learning package that supports your responsibilities. Each product page provides its included resources, enrolment details, and purchase process. Contact LeanTPS™ if you need help determining whether the program fits your situation.