Level 3 Data Driven Professional: Making Better Business Decisions

Many people work with data. This programme is aimed at developing the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours for people involved in the collection, processing, and visualisation of data.

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Qualification

Level 3

Subject area

Technology

Course type

Apprenticeship

Course length

18 months

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What is a Data Essentials Apprenticeship?

As a Data Essentials Apprentice you will deliver and support an organisation’s data collection, processing and visualisation needs to help drive business decisions. An organisation may decide to have a dedicated role for this function, or to include these skills within a variety of job roles.

An apprenticeship on the Data Essentials programme is a step towards a Senior Data Technician, Data Analyst and/or Management positions.

What will I learn?

This programme will enable existing team members or new recruits to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to fulfil this vital role.

You’ll develop a deep understanding of how to source, combine, collate and blend trustworthy data.

You’ll learn how to analyse and validate data using statistical methods, along with how to securely manage and store data in a compliant way.

You’ll learn to format and present data to inform business decisions and to aid further data analysis.

The program will build your skills with a variety of tools such as MS Excel, SQL Python, Power BI, and others which you’ll be able to start applying within the organisation from the beginning of the programme.

You’ll also learn the importance of being professional, ethical, and self-motivated. You’ll become an expert communicator to a wide range of stakeholders.

What next?

The Data Essentials programme provides apprentices with a wealth of transferable skills. Successful apprentices can often find themselves fast-tracked into more senior roles or becoming team leaders.

Entry requirements

Grade C/4 in Maths and English ideal, but not essential

Delivery and Assessment

Our programmes are delivered through blended learning, a flexible approach which suits the varied contexts of our learners and employers. Apprentices benefit from both online and in-person input with the support of our Practice Tutors and Module Tutors. In the final three months of the programme you’ll prepare and undertake an End Point Assessment.

Progression

Higher level apprenticeship.

Career Opportunities

Data Analyst
Senior Data Technician
Management Positions

Typical job roles

Data Administrator
Business Administrator
Quality Administrator
Data Support Analyst
Data Technician
Entry level Data Analyst

Course modules

Module Breakdown

Module 1

Professional Development and Study Skills

Your apprentice will develop their workplace behaviours and learn about reflective practice, a key part of their apprenticeship from day 1.

Module 2

Excel Fundamentals for Business Insights

Your apprentices will learn why data collection and analysis are so valuable to businesses and how the supporting tools are constantly evolving. They will develop foundational Excel skills by collecting data, standardizing it, and performing basic analysis and visualization.

Module 3

Advanced Excel for Better Business Decisions

Your apprentices will understand how legislation and industry standards influence data collection, and how effective analysis can improve business outcomes. They will build on their Excel skills to combine data from multiple sources, perform more advanced analysis and visualization to inform decision-making.

Module 4

Driving Performance with Real-time Visualisation (Power BI and SQL)

Your apprentices will use tools such as Power BI and SQL to manage, analyse, and visualize large amounts of data in real-time. They will learn how to effectively communicate conclusions that drive immediate performance improvements in your business.

Module 5

Combining and Presenting Unstructured Data (Advanced Power BI and SQL)

Your apprentices will learn about statistical methods and how to produce data models from their analysis. They will further develop their Power BI and SQL skills to store and extract data in meaningful ways for your business.

Module 6

Boosting Profitability and Productivity through Automation (Python)

Your apprentices will discover the benefits of algorithms and automation to streamline data processes. They will be introduced to Python to enhance their productivity, driving profitability and better business outcomes for your organisation.

Module 7

EPA Preparation

During this module we will do final preparations towards your End Point Assessment, and book in your assessment date with the End Point Assessment Organisation

Hear from current apprentices

"I started as an apprentice at St Richards and I really enjoyed the learning on the job and the online learning of the course content. The school was really supportive and was very flexible with how I completed my apprenticeship. I was supported the whole way through by the mentor from the school and the tutor from Tiro. Once I finished my apprenticeship, I had the opportunity to progress to senior science technician. I have learnt so much in just a short time and have really enjoyed it and all the opportunities that have arisen during this time."

Emily Barr Level 3 Laboratory Technician - St Richards Catholic College

"The main surprise from this apprenticeship is that I learned practical and transferable skills that I did not learn from university, that can be transferred into other workplaces."

Liam Boyes Materials Technician Apprentice - Aggregate Industries

"I struggled a lot early on in my apprenticeship and to be honest at one point I did honestly think I wasn’t going to be able to finish it. Looking back now that would have been a huge mistake! During my apprenticeship I was always made to feel equal with others and shared equal responsibility, often working independently on site and in the lab carrying out UKAS Accredited tests. "

Jack Hodson Materials Technician Apprentice - Balfour Beatty Vinci

"With all the knowledge I have gained through Tiro and KEVICC, I believe that I can take on any challenges I face. "

Patrisia Hincheva Laboratory Technician Apprentice - King Edward VI Community College

"The Level 3 program has taught me how to balance work on top of education, and I now feel confident to study at Degree level. The experience I have gained at Waters has made me grow as a professional. Without all of this I would not be able to take the next step into a Level 6 apprenticeship. "

Alexandra Lee Laboratory Technician Apprentice - Waters Corporation

"I love the event organisation part of my role, so I’m keen to specialise in events after my apprenticeship"

Lucy Gardener Apprentice

"The whole experience taught me some valuable life lessons, and it’s given me a career with huge responsibilities. I have really matured thanks to the phenomenal support I’ve had from the company to progress my career"

Dan Gardener Materials Technician Apprentice - Balfour Beatty

What makes this programme great?

Here are a few reasons why our programmes are unique

Expert Tutors – our training team has real-world Science and Technology experience, academic qualifications up to PhD level, and a wealth of teaching expertise.
Science and Technology through and through – our employers work on everything from earthworks to networks, and from cancerous cells to concrete.
Flexible – our learning programmes are built with employers, for employers. They’re modularised and flexible, to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours you need. And all the training is delivered through a flexible mix of online and on-site training.
Apprentices you need, when you need them – we understand businesses resourcing needs won’t stick to anyone else’s schedule. We don’t work to arbitary start dates around the academic calendar or tax years. We’ll find and start your apprentices on programme whenever you need them.

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