Data Analyst
SCQF Level 8

Apprenticeship programme (Scotland)

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This programme provides apprentices with the knowledge and performance skills required to become a proficient Data Analyst.

Learners will gain:

  • A theoretical and practical understanding of data
  • Knowledge of key data concepts, tools and technologies
  • An understanding of modelling techniques
  • Techniques to analyse data
  • The ability to produce visualisations to support effective data-driven decision making
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Level Of Study

SCQF Level 8

Award

Technical Apprenticeship in Digital Technology for Data Analytics at SCQF Level 8  

Apprenticeship Certificate

Awarded by SQA

Entry Requirements

Qualifications at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent.

Good numeracy skills.

English Language Requirements

None

Mode Of Study

Blended and work-based learning

Duration

18 months

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods may include a personal reflective statement, workplace observation, witness testimony or professional discussion

Start Date

Ongoing

Locations

Online and work-based

What's learned?

  • Key Programming Languages
  • Implementing Machine Learning
  • Managing and Cleaning Databases
  • Data Modelling Techniques
  • Data Visualisation, Manipulation and Storage
  • Supporting Data-Driven Solutions

Programme structure

  • Typical programme duration 12-18 months, including access to our online learning platform.
  • Apprentices follow QA’s unique blended learning solution, which sets us apart from other providers.

 

You will be equipped to work in roles such as: 

  • Data Analyst 
  • Data Insight Analyst 
  • Data Visualisation Engineer 
  • Business Intelligence Analyst 

Core Units 

  • Principles of Project Management 
  • Digital Transformation 
  • Meta Skills and Transformation  

Technical and Professional Skills Units 

  • Technical Upskilling: Fundamentals of SQL  
  • Data Modelling and Management 
  • Planning Data Analysis 
  • Transforming Data for Analysis 
  • Analysing Data 
  • Visualising and Communicating Data 
  • Implementing Machine Learning (optional) 

Learners should be given 2-3 working hours per week to dedicate solely to their apprenticeship programme, where they will complete digital learning activities. Over the course of the programme, they will also be required to attend virtual classroom training for a total of 15 days which is typically held in 2-3 day training blocks. 

You'll have a whole team behind you to help you get the most out of your apprenticeship, including:

  • Your line manager
  • A skills coach
  • A safeguarding specialist
  • A learning support specialist
  • Qualifications at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent.
  • Good numeracy skills.

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Contact us today via the form or give us a call on 0141 226 1375

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