Overview
What is a Data Technician?
Data Technicians are responsible for securely sourcing, formatting and presenting data in a way that supports analysis and business decision-making across various sectors. They work both independently and as part of a team to process structured and unstructured data, communicate findings, and ensure legal and ethical handling of information.
Assessment
What does apprenticeship assessment involve for Data Technician level 3?
Mandatory
Assessment organisations must design apprenticeship assessments to include a simulated task.
Additional
Any additional assessment, or assessments, must be selected from the following list of methods to ensure the assessment outcomes are met in full:
– Professional discussion
– Project
– Portfolio
– Observation
Useful to know
- Apprentices may be assessed at any appropriate point during their apprenticeship programme.
- Assessments may be designed to allow a centre or training provider to mark assessments.
- The assessment organisation is responsible for ensuring all assessments are sufficiently reliable and valid, and for the accuracy of any centre or training provider marking.
- Earliest start date not set
Resources
- Qualification Specification
- Apprentice Resource Pack
- Gateway to Completion Pack
- Online resources and guidance
- Regular webinars and events
This page is intended to give a high level overview. For full details, refer to our support materials.
