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Free Level 3 Data Course Online

CostFREE
Duration19 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Data Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your life.

The course is fully funded at no cost to you. You'll need to be aged 19 or over, a UK or EU resident for three or more years, and eligible to work in the UK. You'll also need a good standard of maths and English, plus access to a laptop or PC. The course covers sourcing, processing, analysing, and storing data. You'll build practical skills in data collection, formatting, and visualisation, and learn how to present findings clearly. It typically takes around 19 days to complete.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Data.

Who this course is for

This Level 3 Data course prepares you for work as a Data Technician, teaching you to source, process, analyse and store data. Delivered online, it includes key units and leads to an industry-recognised NCFE qualification, supporting careers in high-demand data roles.

Upon successful completion, you will receive an industry-recognised Level 3 NCFE qualification in Data, helping you move confidently into further study or employment.

Entry requirements

Aged 19+

UK / EU resident for 3+ years

Eligible to work in the UK

Good standard of Maths and English

Access to a PC / Laptop with a stable internet connection

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to source data from different types of systems and datasets.
  • You'll collate and format data ready for processing and analysis.
  • You'll analyse data to identify patterns and support decision-making.
  • You'll store and manage data securely and accurately.
  • You'll present and communicate data findings clearly to different audiences.
  • You'll develop practical skills in data visualisation tools and techniques.

How you will learn

The course is delivered entirely online. You'll work through units covering data sourcing, processing, analysis, and storage. Learning is self-paced, so you can study when it suits you. You'll need a laptop or PC with a stable internet connection. Assessment is based on the units you complete online throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or PC with a stable internet connection. Back to Work Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Data Technician, collects and processes data for organisations across many sectors.
  • Junior Data Analyst, analyses datasets to help teams make informed decisions.
  • Data Administrator, manages and maintains data records and databases.
  • Business Intelligence Assistant, supports reporting and data-driven planning.
  • Data Entry Specialist, ensures accurate input and formatting of organisational data.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship, a work-based route that deepens analytical skills and leads to a higher-level qualification.
  • Level 3 IT qualification, broadens your technical knowledge across digital roles.
  • A degree or higher-level course in Data Science or Business Analytics, for those looking to move into more senior data roles.
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