Become a Problem-Solving Expert
Acquire world-class critical thinking and problem solving skills with the BlueDragon Integrated Problem-solving System.
⇒ There is no better way to build a resilient problem-solving team or advance your career in today’s complex working environments than with a cutting edge BlueDragon IPS Certification.
⇒ Learn how to improve your processes and identify problems, stop recurring events, reduce corrective action backlogs, and return to critical tasks.
Tiers of Certification
Most organizations implement their own Root Cause Analyst certification program. Those certifications are only valid at the local sites. BlueDragon offers its own certification program that is transferrable across all industries around the world.

BD500
BlueDragon Management Orientation
Management Orientation
Managers will be introduced to the BlueDragon IPS approach: a modern, lean and agile methodology that identifies the deepest-seated causes of the most complex human-centric problems.
Essential training for managers supporting IPS investigations.
Starting at
- 247
- Gain an understanding of the BlueDragon, a modern system that identifies the deepest-seated causes of the most complex human-centric problems with amazing speed and accuracy.
- Gain an understanding of the do’s and don’ts of supporting and engaging BlueDragon investigations and assessments
- Online, self-paced training (approximately 3-4 hours)




BD1
BlueDragon Analyst
BlueDragon Analyst
For causal analysis beginners: You will develop an understanding of the fundamentals of critical thinking and complex problem solving and learn to conduct BlueDragon Rapid Investigations
Learn the fundamentals of critical thinking and problem solving.
Starting at
- 997
- An introduction to the fundamentals of critical thinking, systems thinking and cause and effect analysis
- Learn how to solve everyday problems and conduct quick investigations
- Learn how to use the BlueDragon Framework and BlueDragon Chart




BD2
BlueDragon Practitioner
BlueDragon Practitioner
For advanced causal analysts: You will develop a deep understanding of causal analysis and learn to conduct rapid investigations, root cause analyses and proactive assessments and investigations
Take your problem solving skills to the next level.
Starting at
- 2297
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of how to solve complex problems
- Complete Rapid Investigations, Comprehensive Investigations, and Proactive Program Reviews.
- Become a valuable asset to your organization




BD2-REF
BlueDragon Practitioner for Past Attendees
BlueDragon Practitioner
For past BD-201, BD301 and BD2 participants: You may take the latest BD2 course in its entirety at a drastically reduced price
Take your problem solving skills to the next level.
Starting at
- 497
- Get up to speed on the latest templates and the new and improved BlueDragon framework
- Develop an even deeper understanding of critical thinking and complex problem solving through enhanced modules
- Participate in instructor-led case studies where you will practice the skills needed to be an effective BlueDragon team member
Spend more time and resources on the mission
Accurately identify what's actually causing your problems
Prevent events from recurring and reduce your backlogs
Gain essential skills that will transform your team and advance your career
Testimonials
Rob has done for cause analysis what Motorla did for Six Sigma, clearly and concisely bundled proven RCA tools into an effective method encompassing critical thinking, visual information, and succinct communication of a problem and its deepest seated causes.
Mark AndersonSandia National Laboratory
The biggest difference is it gives us a really systematic approach to conduct the causal analysis. A lot of people say, "Where do I start?" By going out and building the barriers and building the lines of inquiry from there, it made it easier for the team to stay on point and build a comprehensive causal analysis.
Donna MailhotDeputy Director of Management Assurance System Office, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
“The strengths of the BD201E workshop were that the instructor was top-notch, the sharing of stories and experiences, and the teaming. The Breakout sessions were a great experience and challenged us to perform. Breakout sessions also helped to network with other causal analysts. My overall impression of BD HCA is that it was awesome! It was a great use of 4 days of training, and I would highly recommend this course and methodology/flow.”
Mike KlineSandia National Laboratory
“Brought the critical thinking and causal analysis methods, logic and approach up to date since we have used older tools for so long and were getting limited results. Very excited to begin applying this method and replacing the older Think Reliability one. Mr. De La Espriella is a great teacher, and I hope to continue learning and growing this method as time goes on. Everyone at my work site should take this class, including our federal oversight. I loved the class and will recommend it to all the causal analysts at Sandia National Lab."
Jocelyn De LucheSandia National Laboratory
“The BlueDragon Root Cause Analysis process has positive momentum with “pull” from all levels of management. The use of causal analysis and increase in corrective action plan quality are beginning to show positive results in the consistency and discipline in the CA approach.”
Tim WorrellContractor Assurance Manager at SRNS
"The BlueDragon Root Cause Analysis course is very well structured and professionally laid out much like an MBA course. First, the concepts are presented and then fun and entertaining team exercises drive home the concepts by challenging the participants with interesting real-world case studies.”
Jay GingrichMBA, PMP
"A great course! Should be folded into the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the Department of Energy and commercial industries. The BlueDragon approach was fantastic! BlueDragon techniques are a great way to efficiently improve operations and safety. They will help you complete your mission and lower costs."
Martin McBrideRetired, Oak Ridge National Lab
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Cohort Schedules
BD1 Cohort Schedule - 2023
View the cohort schedule for 2023 for the BD1: BlueDragon Analyst Certification.
BD2 Cohort Schedule - 2023
View the cohort schedule for 2023 for the BD2: BlueDragon Practitioner Certification.
Learn More About IPS
Why BlueDragon IPS?
BlueDragon IPS is a state-of-the-art methodology that moves beyond other traditional and dated methods of Root Cause Analysis.
IPS Case Studies
Learn how BlueDragon IPS has helped countless organizations to transform their teams into critical thinkers and problem solvers.
Critical Thinking Redefined
BlueDragon IPS provides a practical definition to help us learn and build critical thinking skills.