Course overview
As organisations across various industries move towards a more data-driven environment, IT professionals need to be armed with essential data analysis skills to produce vital intelligence and help shape business decisions.
By validating data skills with industry-recognised certification, such as the highly regarded CompTIA Data+ from the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), you will be considered a valuable asset to any team.
The CompTIA Data+ training course is the foundation level in data analytics, giving you a solid base to enhance your career prospects in data analysis. Upon completing this certification, you can advance your education and boost your career by taking more advanced and specialised Analysis certifications, such as the BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis.
Alternatively, our Data Analyst Career Programme is the preferred route for students looking to kickstart their careers and thrive as Data Analysis Professionals.
Job outcomes
- Data Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Operations Analyst
- Data Architect
What you'll learn
The CompTIA Data+ focuses on data concepts and environments, data mining, data analysis, visualisation, as well as data governance, quality, and controls.
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
- Unlimited, 12-month access to the official CompTIA Data+ Course
Entry requirements
Before taking this Data+ certification, CompTIA recommends 18 to 24 months of experience in a report/business analyst role, exposure to databases and analytical tools, a basic understanding of statistics, and data visualisation experience.
Course features
- Consultation with a Career Consultant to corroborate your course choice
- Unlimited, 12-month access to the official CompTIA Data+ Course
- Official CompTIA Data+ Exam
- Certified Tutor to provide assistance with course queries
- Access to a full Support Team for assistance with examination, notes, and study queries
- Official CompTIA learning portal with access to videos, flashcards, and performance-based questions (PBQs) to maximise your chance of success Exam preparation through a certified Tutor as well as official CompTIA CertMaster Practice Exam Preparation
- A professional, industry-oriented CV rewrite*
- A LinkedIn profile overhaul to maximise your new networking opportunities*
*Value-added service that can be added at an additional cost
Assessment
The CompTIA Data+ certification is assessed and awarded by means of an examination. This exam comprises of 90 questions. Your exam will be 90 minutes long, and you will be required to score 675 (on scale of 100–900) or higher in order to pass.
FAQs
What is CompTIA Data+?
CompTIA Data+ is a vendor-neutral certification that validates an individual’s knowledge and skills in data management, data analysis, and data governance. It covers topics such as data architecture, data modelling, data warehousing, and big data.
Who is CompTIA Data+ for?
The CompTIA Data+ was created for individuals looking for a career in data, as well as professionals who require an understanding of data analysis for their jobs. This certification is also beneficial for experienced data analysis professionals who wish to validate their skills and experience through an industry-recognised qualification.
What is the assessment method for CompTIA Data+?
CompTIA Data+ is assessed and awarded by means of an examination. This exam comprises of a maximum of 90 questions. Your exam will be 90 minutes long, and you will be required to score 75% (675 out of 900) or higher in order to pass.
How long is the CompTIA Data+ certification valid for?
This certification showcases a continued validation of your expertise and a tool to expand your skillset, and so it is valid for a period of 3 years from the date of issue to ensure your skills remain aligned with best practices within the industry.
Subjects
Boost your knowledge in identifying basic concepts of data schemas and dimensions while understanding the difference between common data structures and file formats.
Grow your skills to explain data acquisition concepts, reasons for cleansing and profiling datasets, executing data manipulation, and understanding techniques for data manipulation.
Gain the ability to apply the appropriate descriptive statistical methods and summarise types of analysis and critical analysis techniques.
Learn how to translate business requirements to form the appropriate visualisation in the form of a report or dashboard with the proper design components.
Increase your ability to summarise important data governance concepts and apply data quality control concepts.
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