Course description
Data Analyst Level 4
In recent times, our lives have evolved and shifted towards a more digitally enabled state, many people are now able to work remotely, cloud-enabled software becomes the norm and artificially intelligent software, and experiences are increasing.
The ability to understand, collect and evaluate data is more necessary than ever for any business. Data analysis is needed to drive efficiency in businesses and paramount for developing and providing better products, services, and experiences for customers.
Our Data Analyst Level 4 apprenticeship will empower learners to confidently collect, organise and study data to provide business insight with a critical eye to uncover its meaning and value. Data professionals will further their understanding and gain the confidence to create algorithms and machine learning systems that are able to process vast quantities of data, helping to provide recommendations on future actions in a fraction of the time that conventional analytics would take.
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs and 2 A Levels, or equivalent (BTEC in relevant subject)
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Standard: Data Analyst Level 4, BCS Certificate in Data Analysis Concepts, and BCS Certificate in Data Analysis Tools
On completion: Completion of this apprenticeship enables learners to apply and become Level 3 SFIA recognised.
Programme outcomes
For employers
With the skills gained during this Data Analysis Apprenticeship, your Data professionals, will have a greater grasp on complex systems of data analysis that would ‘normally’ require vast workforce. They will have the skills to create their own, allowing for even more efficiency.
Your business will benefit from the ability to increase the return on spend on data collection systems and methods by getting more from the data. Your data function will be able to support the business in developing plans with the capability to forecast future performance or issues and provide mathematical evidence of their models' effectiveness.
For learners
On completion of this apprenticeship, you will have a data analyst certification, new skills, and in-depth knowledge to confidently providing business insight and deliver value for your organisation.
You will be able to excel within a variety of industries as a Data Analyst or similar, paving the way for a successful career as you increase your skills and data analyst technical expertise. You will also be able to demonstrate logical thinking and problem-solving skills. You will cover several topics which will allow you to enhance your confidence, take responsibility, use your initiative, and communicate your ideas and recommendations to stakeholders professionally.
Training Course Content
Build a foundation
- Data, security & legislation
- Create an interactive dashboard.
- R or Python programming fundamentals
Deepen your understanding
- Machine learning
- Advanced analytics theories
- Data forecasting
Excel and exceed
- Big data fundamentals
- Clustering algorithms
- Data mining
End point assessment (EPA)
- Project with presentation and Q&A
- Professional discussion (underpinned by the portfolio)
Expenses
£15,000, Levy funded
Continuing Studies
Individuals looking to embark in a career in data analytics