Course overview
The Data Analyst programme is designed for individuals who collect, organise, and analyse data to provide valuable business insights. This programme equips learners with the skills to manage, cleanse, and aggregate data, enabling them to conduct a variety of analytical studies that support decision-making across multiple projects. Data analysts play a key role in delivering technical data solutions that address stakeholder and customer needs.
Throughout the programme, learners will develop a strong understanding of data structures, database systems, and analytical tools. They will learn how to interpret and document the results of data analysis, presenting findings clearly and making informed recommendations to improve business performance. The programme also focuses on practical skills for working with diverse data sets and applying appropriate techniques to extract meaningful insights.
By the end of the programme, participants will be confident in their ability to manage data effectively and support their organisation’s strategic goals through robust analysis. They will be equipped to communicate complex information clearly to a range of audiences and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using data-driven evidence.
The learner journey
1. 15 months on-programme – This is when the individual will learn the skills, knowledge and behaviours which will support them for their End-Point Assessment. The learner could partake in a combination of activities, such as classroom based sessions, mentoring, shadowing, bespoke resources and off-site visits in order to support their learning and development.
From 1 August 2025, apprentices must complete at least 187 hours of off-the-job (OTJ) training over a minimum of 8 months, with some standards requiring more for those without prior learning. Learn more about OTJ training hours.
2. Gateway – After the 15 months teaching and learning, you, your training provider and the learner will review the learners journey and decide whether it is the right time for the on-programme assessment.
3. End-Point Assessment – This is when your learner will need to demonstrate they have learnt the required knowledge, skills and behaviours, through an on demand knowledge test, a professional discussion, practical observation and business project.
Eligibility
Those with an annual wage bill of less than £3m do not pay the Apprenticeship Levy. Instead, 95% of each apprenticeship is funded by the government whilst a 5% investment is required by the employer to enhance the skills of their employee.
- Employers are also be eligible for a £1000 incentive payment if the apprentice is aged 16–18.
- Employers with less than 50 employees and where the apprentice is aged 16–18, the government will fund 100% of the apprentice and are eligible for a £1000 incentive payment.
- Employers with those aged 19+ the government will continue to fund 95% of the apprenticeship programme whilst a 5% investment is required by the employer.
Businesses can manage this through the Apprenticeship Service online account.
Find out more
To learn additional information about this apprenticeship, you can explore our Course Sheet or Learner Journey.
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