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DIGITAL, DATA AND IT APPRENTICESHIP

Data in the People Profession: Business Data Essentials Level 3

The use of data within the people profession is becoming increasingly important. As organisations look to better understand their workforce, HR and people teams are expected to use data to inform decisions around performance, engagement, retention and workforce planning.

It is essential that those working in people-focused roles have the confidence to interpret and apply workforce data, turning information into meaningful insight that supports effective people strategies.

The Data for the People Profession pathway equips learners with the skills to collect, analyse and present workforce data in a clear and impactful way. Learners will develop the confidence to support evidence-based people decisions, helping their organisation improve performance, strengthen engagement and build a more informed and effective workforce.

Programme features

  • Immersive workshops and sessions
  • Regular development meetings with expert Coach or Trainer
  • Evidence workplace tasks to prove skills and behaviour

At a glance

Relevant to

Individuals looking to develop their data skills

Entry requirements

Learners need to be in a people role with regular access to, and use of data.

Apprenticeship

Type

Apprenticeship

Standard

Data Technician Level 3

Level 3

Level

Level 3

Format/Modality

Blended learning delivery

Duration

14 months + 3 month EPA

England

Geography

England

Cost

£13,000, Levy funded

Contextualisation available

Yes

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Programme outcomes

For employers

The Data for the People Profession pathway equips HR and people teams with the skills to confidently use workforce data to inform decisions and improve organisational outcomes. Employees develop the ability to analyse people data, identify trends and generate insight that supports workforce planning, engagement and performance.

By strengthening data capability within the people function, organisations benefit from more accurate reporting, improved decision-making and a more strategic approach to managing and developing their workforce.

For learners

The Data for the People Profession pathway develops your ability to confidently work with workforce data in your role. You will learn how to collect, analyse and interpret people data, identify trends and communicate insights clearly to stakeholders.

The programme focuses on practical application, enabling you to support evidence-based HR decisions and improve reporting across your organisation. By building these skills, you will enhance your capability as a people professional and contribute more effectively to organisational performance and workforce strategy.

Learning topics

Learning journey overview

Building on your existing skills and experience, during this apprenticeship you will:

  • Spreadsheet skills
  • Data types and formats
  • Data sources and storage

  • Data validation
  • Statistics and analysis
  • Visualisation

  • Filters and slicers
  • Algorithms
  • Data ethics

  • Data modelling
  • Databases
  • Blending data

  • Next steps in data
  • EPA prepration

  • Scenario demonstrations with questioning
  • Professional discussion (underpineed by a portfolio)

Key learnings

  • Understand how workforce data supports HR decision-making, planning and organisational performance
  • Collect, manage and maintain accurate people data within HR systems
  • Analyse workforce data to identify trends in areas such as engagement, retention and performance
  • Present people insights clearly to stakeholders to support evidence-based decisions
  • Apply data-driven approaches to improve workforce planning, reporting and people strategy
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Learner testimonial

What our learners have to say

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I’ve taken a great many courses with providers large, small and prestigious. I can honestly say [my programme] is managed so very well in terms of organisation, inspiration, quality of feedback, further referencing, content, and tutor quality.

Level 3 Digital Learner

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Babington’s dedication to providing an outstanding learner experience for all of our colleagues is evident. The Level 3 has exceeded expectations […] and we hope to see the positive trend continue as we iterate and evolve the programme through our partnership.

Hollie McIntosh

Marks and Spencer

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Delivering meaningful outcomes

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48%

There is significant demand for data skills with UK companies recruiting for roles requiring hard data skills. Almost half of businesses (48%) are recruiting for roles that require hard data skills.

26%

Low data confidence. Research indicates a significant and widespread lack of confidence and literacy regarding data usage in the workplace with studies citing that only 21% to 26% of employees feel fully confident or capable working with data.

52%

The UK is facing an urgent challenge with over half of working-age adults (52%) unable to complete all 20 basic digital tasks industry and government agree are essential for work.

Why choose Babington?

Supercharge your career

  • Enriched and interactive learning resources
  • Develop professional excellence and personal confidence and capability
  • Access to experts in the Digital and Data sectors
  • Benefit from 1:1 coaching and mentoring throughout
  • Fully blended delivery model for learning that suits you
  • Become a member of the UK's largest community of apprentices
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