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Free Level 3 Data Course in Lewisham

CostFREE
Duration245 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Data Course in Lewisham. Classes run at Deptford Adult Learning, blending time at the centre with online study.

The course is free for eligible adults who are unemployed on qualifying benefits or employed and earning below the London Living Wage. Eligibility is confirmed at enrolment. You'll study data fundamentals, data analysis techniques, data quality, and how to present and communicate findings. The course involves around 245 hours of study, delivered part-time during the day.

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

Who this course is for

This course is for adults who want to develop or strengthen their knowledge and practical skills in data and prepare for employment or progression within the digital sector. It is suitable for learners interested in roles such as data technician, as well as those who want to develop data skills for career progression or further study.

Entry requirements

Learners must be aged 19 or over. You will complete an initial assessment in English, maths and digital skills and an Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) session before enrolment to confirm that the course is suitable for you. You should have the English, maths and digital skills required to study successfully at Level 3.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand core data concepts and how organisations use data.
  • You'll collect, organise, and clean datasets to ensure accuracy.
  • You'll analyse data using appropriate tools and methods.
  • You'll interpret results and draw meaningful conclusions.
  • You'll present data findings clearly to different audiences.
  • You'll apply data security and ethical principles in your work.
  • You'll use digital tools relevant to data roles in the workplace.

How you will learn

The course uses blended learning. You'll attend sessions at Deptford Adult Learning during the day and complete some study online. Before you start, you'll take an initial assessment in English, maths, and digital skills, plus an Information, Advice and Guidance session, to confirm the course is the right fit. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

Deptford Adult Learning will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Data Technician, supports data processing and management in a team.
  • Junior Data Analyst, analyses datasets and produces reports for employers.
  • Data Entry Specialist, maintains accurate records across business systems.
  • Reporting Analyst, builds dashboards and summaries for business decisions.
  • Operations Analyst, uses data to improve day-to-day business processes.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 Data Analyst qualification builds on this Certificate and prepares you for more senior analyst roles.
  • A Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Computing or Digital Technologies covers broader technical skills alongside data.
  • A degree in Data Science or Business Analytics (Level 6) is the route to senior or specialist data roles and typically requires relevant Level 3 study first.
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