Data Analytics: Opportunity for Aspiring Level 4 Data Analysts

What does the Data Analyst Apprenticeship have to offer?

The S&A Academy Data Analyst Apprenticeship provides hands-on experience, allowing apprentices to work on live projects that develop key analytical skills. Participants will engage in data analysis, trend interpretation, and actionable insight generation while learning from industry experts. Throughout the program, apprentices will also receive guidance from S&A mentors, focusing on both technical and soft skills essential for success.

What modules does the curriculum cover?

The full 12 modules are listed in the S&A Academy Data Academy brochure.

Module 1:
Data Source Identification and Evidence-Based Decision Making (2 months)

Module 2:
Stakeholder Communication and Reporting Needs (2 months)

Module 3:
Data Collection  and Cleansing (2 months)

Module 4:
Performance Dashboards and Reports (3 months)

Module 5:
Report Development and Organisational Policy (2 months)

Module 6:
Statistical and Data Analysis Reports (2 months)

Module 7:
Trend Analysis and Interpretation (2 months)

Module 8:
Data-Driven Recommendations (1 month)

Module 9:
Presentation and Summarisation of Results (1 month)

Module 10:
Ethical Data Reporting and Legislation (1 month)

Module 11:
Data Storage and Archiving (1 month)

Module 12: Continuous Self-Learning and Professional Development
(Ongoing throughout the  21 months)

During the course, apprentices will master Python and R programming languages, SQL for database management, as well as leading data visualisation tools like Power BI and Tableau. Offering a combination of online and in-person sessions, the flexible learning approach aims to accommodate various learning styles and schedules.

Eligibility criteria

• All applicants are required to have former knowledge of spreadsheet software and will already be proficient in using various IT programmes.
• Applicants will commit to a minimum of 6 hours per week for the duration of the programme, lasting between 18-24 months.
• In addition to the core curriculum, the apprenticeship will work on Change Management and Data Storytelling modules that heighten the overall learning experience.

Fiona Sweeney, Partnerships Director, echoes the support for this brand new opportunity and said:

“Women in Data® is proud to support our brand partner S&A Academy as they launch their data apprenticeships (Data Technician Level 3, Data analytics Level 4, Data Engineering, Level 5 and AI Data Specialist, Level 7) Apprenticeship programmes offer new and innovative pathways into careers in the Data and Tech industry and by providing the Women in Data® community with access to these programmes, we can continue to fix the broken pipeline and encourage more women into analytics and engineering roles.”

Think you have what it takes? Help us change the trajectory for women in Data Analytics.

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