Level 3 Data Fluency Apprenticeship

Data fluency refers to the ability to understand, analyse, and effectively communicate information derived from data.

Much like language fluency, it goes beyond basic comprehension. It enables individuals to interpret data, articulate complex insights, engage in meaningful discussions, and absorb information seamlessly.

In a business setting, data fluency fosters a common understanding across different roles, allowing teams to translate raw data into valuable, actionable insights that drive informed decision-making.

A professional in this space, is responsible for collecting, organizing, and managing data, and need to ensure it is accurate, accessible, and usable for analysis. They typically handle data entry, processing, quality control, and basic reporting, supporting data analysts and scientists in more complex tasks.

Key Responsibilities of a Data Fluency Officer:

• Data Collection & Entry: Gathering raw data from various sources and ensuring it is correctly recorded.
• Data Cleaning & Validation: Checking for errors, inconsistencies, and duplicates to maintain data accuracy.
• Database Management: Storing, retrieving, and updating information in databases or data warehouses.
• Basic Analysis & Reporting: Generating simple reports or summaries to support business decisions.
• Ensuring Data Security & Compliance: Following regulations (e.g. GDPR) to protect sensitive information.

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and database management tools.
• Understanding of data governance and quality assurance practices.
• Basic knowledge of data visualization and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

A Data Fluency Officer/Advocate/Champion plays a crucial role in maintaining data integrity, ensuring businesses have reliable information for decision-making and advanced analytics.

Developing data fluency within an organization cultivates the behaviours essential for building a strong data-driven culture. As a result, data literacy becomes deeply embedded in the company’s identity, paving the way toward becoming an Insight-Driven Organisation. When data is trustworthy, consistent, well-organized, and accurate, businesses gain a significant competitive edge.

Our Level 3 Apprenticeship empowers employees to ask more insightful questions, enhance business decision-making, and build confidence, which ultimately fosters a strong sense of engagement and belonging within an organisation.