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Data Technician - Level 3 Apprenticeship
Transform your data capabilities with skilled Data Technician apprentices. Build internal analytics capacity to drive better business decisions, improve operational efficiency, and unlock valuable insights from your data assets.
Unlock the Power of Your Business Data
Our Data Technician Level 3 apprenticeship programme helps you build essential data capabilities, transforming raw information into actionable insights that drive business growth and operational excellence.
What Your Data Technician Will Deliver
Data Operations
- Clean and prepare data for analysis
- Create automated reporting dashboards
- Perform statistical analysis and trends identification
- Develop data visualisations and presentations
- Maintain data quality and integrity
- Support data-driven decision making
Business Impact
- Faster reporting and insights delivery
- Reduction in manual data processing time
- Improved accuracy in business forecasting
- Better visibility of key performance metrics
- Enhanced competitive intelligence
- Data-backed strategic planning
Measurable Business Value
Efficiency Gains
- Manual reporting reduction
- Data analyst consultant savings
- Faster decision-making
- Error reduction
Strategic Benefits
- Real-time business intelligence
- Predictive insights capability
- Customer behaviour understanding
- Operational bottleneck identification
Structured Skills Development (College Delivery)
Data Foundations
- Database fundamentals and SQL
- Excel advanced functions
- Data quality principles
- Basic statistics and analysis
Analytics Development
- Business intelligence tools (Power BI/Tableau)
- Data visualisation best practices
- Report automation techniques
- Python/R basics for data analysis
Business Integration
- KPI development and tracking
- Predictive analytics introduction
- Data storytelling skills
- Cross-functional collaboration
Government Funding Support
Financial Package
- Up to £13,000 in government funding
- Up to 100% of training costs covered
- No upfront payments required
Perfect for Growing Businesses
Data-Rich Companies
- E-commerce and retail
- Financial services
- Manufacturing and logistics
- Professional services
Business Challenges
- Drowning in spreadsheets
- Lacking reporting consistency
- Missing growth opportunities
- Manual process overload
Structured Learning Journey
Workplace Learning
- Real business data projects
- Direct impact on company KPIs
- Hands-on tool experience
- Team collaboration
Professional Training & Development (College – Off the Job training)
- Technical skills workshops
- Industry certifications
- Full delivery for Level 3 Data Technician Apprenticeship standard
- Best practice seminars
Success Indicators
Technical Skills
- Query writing proficiency
- Dashboard creation quality
- Analysis accuracy rates
- Tool certification achievements
Business Integration
- Report usage metrics
- Decision impact tracking
- Process improvement contributions
- Stakeholder satisfaction
Government Funding
Up to 100% of training costs covered
Skilled Workforce
Train employees to your standards
Business Growth
Improved productivity and retention
Cost Effective
Lower recruitment and training costs
Duration
12-15 months
Level
Level 3
Sector
Technology
Training Structure
Off-the-job training provided
Start Dates
Flexible starts available
Government Funding Available
Reduce training costs with government support for this apprenticeship
Maximum Funding Available
£12,000
Per apprentice
Training Costs Covered
Up to 100%
For eligible employers
Key Funding Benefits
100% funding for 16-21s
Full training costs covered
Additional incentive
£1,000 for hiring 16-18 year olds
Business support included
Account management & mentoring
Up to 100% funding for most employers
Up to a 5% employer contribution
Off-the-job training: 370 hours minimum (20% of working hours)
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