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Are you looking to benefit from a new career in Data Analysis?If you are detail orientated, perceptive, organised, competent, analytical and can communicate well with those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future as a Data AnalystDemand for Data Analysts has grown 20% year on year with experienced analysts easily commanding salaries of £50k+. All business decisions rely on data to ensure correct business decisions are made and therefore the role of the data analyst in the new digital world has become essential for business owners.Below are current average salaries in the sector for lower-level positions and fully trained Data Analysts:Junior Data Analyst - £30,000Data Analyst - £50,000Business Data Analyst - £67,500Data Analytics Analyst - £80,000Business Analysts - £60,000Step 1 - CompTIA Data+ QualificationThe first step is completing the CompTIA Data+ Qualification accredited by CompTIA.This professional international industry-recognised qualification teaches you the essential skills of a Data Analyst. You will cover skills such as data mining, manipulating data, visualising data, and reporting on data.Study time for the qualification is approximately 30 hours and qualification is achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam.The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools.You will be provided with access to a tutor and a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam.This qualification will set you on a route to becoming a data analyst.Step 2 - Data Administration TrainingData is extracted using various method which are normally IT driven.Therefore, we will provide you with access to the following additional courses to ensure you are suitably employable as a data analyst.Microsoft exc