Funded Courses:
Data Analyst Level 4 - Including Power BI

> Funding: £15,000

> Duration: 24 Months

Course Overview

The Data Analyst Level 4 apprenticeship develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to analyse data accurately, generate actionable insight and support evidence-based decision-making within organisations.

Learners explore core topics including data gathering from multiple sources, data cleansing and preparation, statistical analysis, data visualisation, stakeholder engagement and reporting. The programme emphasises practical, work-based application, enabling learners to apply analytical methods directly in workplace contexts as part of real projects.

Through structured learning and guided reflection, learners refine their ability to interpret patterns, validate conclusions and present insights in formats that support diverse audiences. By using tools and languages relevant to modern analytics, learners become proficient in turning complex data into meaningful business narratives.

By completion, individuals can extract and organise data efficiently, apply analytical techniques correctly, and contribute insight that influences planning, performance evaluation and strategic decision-making.

Eligibility Criteria

  • UK/EU Citizen for 3+ years
  • Work 16+ hours per week on average
  • Employed on a PAYE Scheme
  • Not on any other government-funded course
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Ai Savvy Funded Courses - Skills Funding Group

Employer Benefits: After Course Completion

Employers benefit from data professionals who strengthen decision-making, improve insight quality and support operational performance across functions.

Employers benefit from staff who:

  • Gather, clean, and interpret data to support planning and decision-making
  • Apply analytical techniques using appropriate data tools
  • Present actionable insight to help teams set priorities and measure outcomes
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand analytic requirements and support reporting needs


This course provides:

  • Complete practical activities and workplace projects addressing real organisational questions
  • Analyse data to inform decisions and report actionable insight
  • Build capability in data collection, transformation, analysis, visualisation, and interpretation
  • Support timely reporting, identify trends, and provide recommendations for business improvements


Employers typically see:

  • Enhanced quality of business insights and analytical consistency
  • Stronger data-driven decision-making across teams
  • Clearer trend reporting and improved forecasting capability
  • Measurable efficiency gains in data handling and reporting
  • Improved confidence in performance metrics

The programme supports:

  • Strengthening business intelligence capabilities
  • Improving reporting quality and accuracy
  • Enhancing data-driven decision-making
  • Developing internal analytics talent pipelines
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Who is This Course For

The Data Analyst Level 4 apprenticeship develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to analyse data accurately, generate actionable insight and support evidence-based decision-making within organisations.

This course is ideal for:

  • Work in roles involving information analysis, reporting, or insight generation
  • Aspire to professional analyst positions
  • Enjoy interpreting data, solving problems, and supporting business decisions using evidence
  • Already have experience in data support roles or are entering analytics functions with some foundational knowledge
  • Seek formal recognition of professional capability and career growth in data and business intelligence roles


Typical Job Roles Include:

  • Data Analyst
  • Insight Analyst
  • Reporting Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Modeller
  • Analytics Support Specialist



This course is suitable for employers operating in:

  • Professional Services
  • Financial Services
  • Public Sector & Government
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Retail & E-Commerce
  • Technology & Digital Services
  • Education & Training Providers
  • Logistics & Transport

Preparation and Support

Throughout the programme, learners are supported to:

  • Build evidence of competence
  • Prepare for assessment requirements
  • Understand what to expect at EPA

This ensures apprentices approach the End Point Assessment with confidence and clarity.

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Funding at a Glance

Many of our apprentices go on to secure permanent roles, promotions and long-term career progression within their organisations.

Funding Stream

  1. Apprenticeships (see the detail on funding
  2. Adult Education Budget (AEB)
  3. Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA)
  4. Advanced Learner Loans
  5. Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  6. Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS)

Who It is For

  1. New or existing employees (in England)
  2. Adults 19+ meeting eligibility criteria
  3. Learners in devolved regions (within the UK)
  4. Individuals 19+ studying Level 3–6
  5. Learners requiring additional support (contact us for more information)
  6. Health and Adult Social Care Workforce

Who Pays

  1. Government via DAS (levy or co-investment)
  2. Government (National or devolved AEB)
  3. Regional government allocation
  4. Government-backed loan (repayable)
  5. Government support funding
  6. NHS funding contribution (national or devolved AEB)

Best Used For

  1. Structured role-based development aligned to occupational standards
  2. Entry-level qualifications, sector skills, career progression
  3. Skills aligned to local labour market priorities
  4. Professional qualifications where grant funding not available
  5. Removing barriers to participation and achievement
  6. Regulated roles and sector-specific qualifications

Employer Contribution

  1. Levy funds or typically 5% co-investment (if non-levy). This if  fully funded for under 22 year olds
  2. Often fully funded (subject to eligibility)
  3. Often fully or partially funded
  4. No employer cost (loan repaid by learner when eligible)
  5. No additional employer cost
  6. Reduces employer training costs (contact us for more detailed information)

Cost-Effective Recruitment

A Cost-Effective Way to Recruit and Develop Talent

Apprenticeships are one of the most financially supported recruitment routes available to UK employers.

£1,000 Government Incentive

Receive a £1,000 incentive when you recruit an apprentice aged 16–18, or 19–24 with an EHCP or care leaver status.

NI Contribution Exemption

Employers are exempt from paying National Insurance Contributions for apprentices under 25, provided they earn under the Upper Secondary Threshold.

95–100% Funded Training

Training costs are typically 95–100% government funded for non-levy paying employers — making apprenticeships significantly more cost-effective than traditional recruitment.

Proven Retention & Growth

Apprenticeships improve retention, engagement and progression. You build capability tailored to your business from day one.

How We Work

Ready to Recruit an Apprentice?

Submit your vacancy details and our team takes care of the rest. We make the process simple, compliant and commercially focused.

01

Review

We review your role for apprenticeship alignment and suitability.

02

Refine

Support you in refining the job description if needed to attract the right candidates.

03

Advertise

We advertise and promote your vacancy across our candidate network.

04

Screen

We screen and shortlist candidates based on your requirements.

05

Onboard

We guide you through the onboarding and funding process end-to-end.

What Makes Our Programmes Different?

We don’t take you out of your role — we develop you within it.

Our programmes are designed for people already in work, helping you build the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to perform at a higher level. Everything you learn is applied directly to your day-to-day responsibilities, so the impact is immediate, practical and measurable.

From enrolment through to completion, we support both you and your employer to ensure the training delivers real value.

Need more information or to discuss a way forward?

If you are not sure on what course may suit you, funding or how it all works, then get in touch and we can help and support and help you on your journey.