Apprenticeship Level 3
Data Technician
Duration: 24 Months
Level: 3
Who is this for: IT Apprenticeship
How to Apply: Please check with your line manager before Applying
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Course Overview
The Apprenticeship is suitable for any role that handles large amounts of data or performs basic level data analytics. Apprentices may be new recruits or existing team members.
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The Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship will teach you how to access, extract, collate and format data, and how to tell the difference between different types of data. A qualified data technician knows the different methods of validating data and how to take corrective action, as well as how to undertake blending of data from multiple sources. They understand the role of data in the context of the digital world, including the use of eternal trusted open data sets, how data underpins every digital interaction, and connectedness across the digital landscape.
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The programme Modules will include:
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Foundation Maths
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Introduction to data theory
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Excel Data Fundamentals
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Excel Handling Data and Pivot Tables
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Power BI Fundamentals
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Databases and SQL Foundations
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SQL in Practice
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Advanced Excel/R or Python Fundamentals
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Statistical and Data Analysis Tools
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Assessment
Each apprenticeship course has a standard set of competencies- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours - that are focused on throughout the programme. These are evaluated through the End Point Assessment (EPA), which is completed in the last month of the apprenticeship. The EPA is conducted by an external assessor, and will include the following elements that need to be completed in order to finish the apprenticeship.​
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A Summative Portfolio
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A Knowledge Test
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A Project with Interview
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