Duration
15 months
Most Suitable For
Anyone wanting to improve their skills and knowledge when working with data and increasing their analytical and presentational capabilities. BPP have created role specific Data Foundation pathways within this programme for: - Data for Finance Professionals - Data for HR Professionals - Data for Managers For more information on these pathways please view the relevant flyer in the resources section.
Award
Level 3 Data Technician Advanced Apprenticeship award and optional NHS Leadership Academy Edward Jenner award.
Additional Funding
For all Employers:
- If apprentice is under the age of 25, Employer may not have to pay Class 1 Employer National Insurance. Full details and criteria are found here.
- For apprenticeships starting between 1 August 2024 - 31 July 2025, employer may be eligible for £1,000 if apprentice is aged 16 - 18 years old, OR aged 19 - 24 years old and has either an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan provided by their local authority and / or has been in the care of their local authority. Full details and criteria are found within the ESFA Funding Rules.
Start Date
every 3 months
Teaching Delivery
online
Key Learning Requirements
Apprenticeships require learners to achieve specific new knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs), which are detailed in the Apprenticeship Standard. These are achieved by;
1) Programme Teaching; Online teaching sessions/webinars once every 2 weeks (these are recorded for learner to access if they are unable to attend the live session), plus coaching sessions (every 4 – 6 weeks) and online resources. The NHS Leadership Academy Edward Jenner learning is optional and runs alongside/in addition to the apprenticeship delivery.
2) Independent study; such as assignment/project research and write up
3) Learning in the workplace; shadowing colleagues, completing programme assigned work based projects, day-to-day development within your current role duties/work activities, reflections with mentor, relevant training sessions.
Modules
The original route for this programme has fixed module delivery (you are unable to choose the modules studied). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials. BPP have also created role specific Data Foundation pathways within this programme for: - Data for Finance Professionals - Data for HR Professionals - Data for Managers For more information on these pathways please view the relevant flyer in the resources section.
Placements
This programme does not require external placements to be completed, although varied experiences are beneficial.
Assessments
Assessed throughout the programme by assignments, observations, evaluations and End Point Assessment. There are additional assessments for the Edward Jenner award in the form of 3 short reflective assignments and a final assignment piece.
Key Candidate Entry Requirements
• Employed 30 hours or more per week for the duration of the apprenticeship. The apprenticeship duration may be extended to support staff who work less than this (will be looked at on individual basis)
• Preferably, evidence of English and Maths at GCSE C/4 or above /Functional Skills Level 2 / Equivalent. (If the candidate does not have evidence of Maths and English at the relevant level, there are two options; 1. via NHSE funded online revision and exams. Contact Training Hub Apprenticeship Team for more details.
2. Or, Training Provider will support the learner through the relevant learning and exams, alongside their apprenticeship. An initial diagnostic assessment will be completed by the Training Provider at application stage to determine suitability for this option)
Full requirements and details are found on the course webpage/information.
Key Employer Entry Requirements
• Ensure Learner has the support and opportunities to achieve the requirements of the apprenticeship
• Line Manager to mentor the apprentice.
Listed as an Approved Provider under an NHS Procurement
Yes
Application Timescale
It takes on average 2 months to complete all application stages for this programme.
If recruiting to this position, additional time will be required for recruitment and advertising stages.
Training Provider deadlines include:
• Employer to confirm at start of process if wanting to undertake programme with or without NHSLA Edward Jenner.
• Deadline to apply is usually 6 weeks before course start date.
Additional Training Hub Support
Primary Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCPC Training Hub such as Digital training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
• Non-clinical Training and Resources: this
webpage lists training and resources for non-clinical roles, which may compliment the apprenticeship (always check suitability with your apprenticeship training provider)
Social Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCSC Training Hub such as training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
Pathway
HASO Apprenticeship pathway tool is available
here
Career progression does not have to be linear. Entry criteria may differ per provider and varied routes may be available depending on the individuals prior learning and experience.
Information Last Updated
05/03/2024
Programme Resources
Pathway flyers:
If you would like to know anything further about the programme itself, please contact: Simon Easton, Course Lead on [email protected] and Ben Black, NHS Strategic Client Partner at BPP on [email protected]
How to Apply
If you would like to discuss or apply for an apprenticeship either for yourself, a member of staff or a vacancy for a new recruit, please complete the appropriate Training Hub Expression of Interest Form from the following options. This allows the apprenticeship team to complete basic pre-checks and to ensure the advice and guidance provided to you is tailored to your service. When relevant, application instructions (including tuition fee and funding instructions) will be sent.
Primary Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Olivia on 07735161775
Social Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Dawn on 07796 060023