This programme has been designed to provide learners with all the knowledge and performance skills required to support data knowledge development and progression.  

Learners do not need any prior experience. This course will enable them to: 

  • Gain both a theoretical and practical understanding of data sources 
  • Understand data manipulation and storage 
  • Identify quality issues and address them using suitable tools and techniques 
  • Prepare and clean data sets ready for analysis 
  • Use visualisation tools to support effective data-driven solutions. 
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Summary

Level Of Study

SCQF Level 6

Award

Modern Apprenticeship in Digital Technology for Data Analytics at SCQF Level 6 

Apprenticeship Certificate

Awarded by SQA

Entry Requirements

No set requirements

English Language Requirements

None

Mode Of Study

Blended and work-based learning

Duration

12 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

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About this course

What's learned?

  • Key Programming Languages
  • Managing and Cleaning Databases
  • Data Visualisation, Manipulation
    and Storage
  • Supporting Data-Driven Solutions

Programme structure

  • Typical programme duration 12 months, including access to our online learning platform.
  • Apprentices follow QA’s unique methodology, Digital by Design (DxD), the revolutionary blended learning solution which sets us apart
    from other providers.
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Careers

You will be equipped to work in roles such as: 

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

Additional roles to support: finance, sales, operations, and wider business stakeholder roles 

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Modules

Core Units 

  • Problem Solving 
  • Understanding Customer Requirements 
  • Technical Writing 

Technical and Professional Units 

  • Fundamentals of SQL 
  • Contributing to Data Manipulation 
  • Contributing to Data Management 
  • Contributing to Data Analysis 
  • Contributing to Data Visualisation and Reporting 

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, learners will also be required to attend virtual classroom training for a total of 12 days which is typically held in 2-3 day training blocks. 

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Learner support

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
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Entry requirements

There are no set entry requirements for learners. The only thing to bear in mind is that your job role must fit your chosen apprenticeship qualification, allowing you to complete the relevant modules. QA will undertake a role-matching exercise to help you.

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Digital by Design

What is Digital by Design?

Digital by Design (DxD) is our unique approach to learning design, with a blended delivery model combining tech, content and support to create a superior learner experience.

This blend of cutting-edge technology, engaging content, compelling design, dedicated, easy to access learner support brings ‘training’ up to date for the digital age.

Its purpose is to create the best possible experience for learners, helping them to deliver meaningful impact to your business, faster. This translates into greater career success, and helps to futureproof organisations for digital transformation.

Find out more about Digital by Design

 

Cloud Academy

Courses delivered on DxD also offer access to our world leading learning platform, Cloud Academy.

With over 10,000 hours of training, cutting-edge labs and sandboxed environments, Cloud Academy allows Degree Apprentices to learn by doing, building their confidence and competencies, without the risks of working in a live system.

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