Leicestershire Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp

 

Enrolling Now! Limited Funded Places Available – Course Starts 3rd November 2026

 

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Looking to build in-demand data skills and open up new career opportunities? Our Leicestershire Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp provides practical, hands-on training in Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, automation and AI, helping you develop skills that employers increasingly value.

Whether you’re currently unemployed and looking to move into a data-focused role, considering a career change, or looking to strengthen the way you use data at work, you’ll learn how to analyse, visualise and interpret data, create effective dashboards and use modern data and AI tools to solve real business challenges.

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Course Overview

Our Leicestershire Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp is designed to help you build practical, job-relevant data skills and the confidence to apply them in the workplace. Whether you’re currently unemployed and looking to move into a data-related role, considering a career change, or already working and looking to strengthen your capabilities, the programme will help you turn data into useful insights and make more informed decisions.

Throughout the Bootcamp, you’ll gain hands-on experience with Excel, Power BI, SQL and Python, covering areas including data visualisation, dashboards, databases, data cleaning, statistical analysis and reporting. You’ll also explore how AI and automation can support modern data analysis, alongside working towards the Microsoft PL-900 exam in week 10.

We keep our class sizes small, typically with around 12 participants, creating a supportive and interactive learning environment. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions, work through practical challenges and learn alongside others in the group.

Let’s introduce you to one of our Data Analytics trainers, Nicholas:

60 hours over 10 weeks

Our next Leicestershire Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp starts on the 3rd November 2026 and runs online every Tuesday & Thursday evening, from 5:30pm to 8.30pm, for 10 weeks. Sessions include regular pauses helping you balance your training with other commitments.

The Bootcamp is delivered through live online group teaching and coaching, with interactive activities and opportunities for one-to-one support from your trainer. As this is a practical Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp, you’ll need access to a Windows laptop or desktop computer throughout the programme. Apple Mac computers are not suitable, as some of the software and tools used during the live training are not fully compatible with macOS. Please make sure you have access to a suitable Windows device before enrolling. If you’re unsure whether your equipment meets the course requirements, please contact us before applying.

Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp certificate upon successful completion, awarded by Fareport Training & Leicester City Council. The programme also includes exam preparation and the Microsoft PL-900 exam in week 10.

If you’re unemployed and meet the eligibility criteria, this Skills Bootcamp is fully funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) via Leicester City Council. For employed participants, sole traders, freelancers and business owners without employees, the course may also be fully funded subject to eligibility. Employers with 1-250 employees contribute 10% of the course cost for each employee attending, with the remaining 90% funded. Employers with 250+ employees contribute 30%, with the remaining 70% funded. Please note that all funding is subject to full eligibility checks.

This Skills Bootcamp is particularly suited to unemployed Leicestershire residents looking to build practical data skills, improve their career prospects and move towards a data-related role.

It’s also suitable for people looking to change careers, as well as employees, self-employed professionals and business owners who want to strengthen their data capabilities. Whether you’re new to data analysis or looking to use data more effectively in your current role, the Bootcamp provides practical training and support to help you develop valuable, workplace-ready skills.

Candidates must live in Leicestershire and be aged 19 or over. The Bootcamp is particularly suited to unemployed individuals looking to develop new skills and move towards a career involving data, but may also be available to eligible employees, self-employed professionals, freelancers and business owners.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and meet the required UK residency criteria. You should have an interest in data analysis and be committed to developing practical skills throughout the 10-week programme.

The course is ideally suited to those who are relatively new to data analytics and looking to build their knowledge, confidence and technical skills.

Start Dates

Please see start dates below:

03/11/2026

26/01/2027

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Modules

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This session explores approaches to behaviour management, including when to apply rewards and sanctions. The importance of positive communication and collaboration for supporting SEND learners is also highlighted.

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Session 1: Introduction To Data & Data Ethics

Build a strong foundation in data analysis by exploring the data lifecycle, different types of data and common data sources. You’ll be introduced to key tools including Excel, Power BI, SQL and Python, while also learning about responsible data use, AI ethics, GDPR and data protection.

Session 2: Reporting & Communication With Excel

Learn how to turn data into clear, useful information using Excel. You’ll explore pivot charts and key measures such as KPIs, trends, seasonality, month-on-month and year-on-year performance and benchmarking, before learning how to communicate your findings effectively through reports tailored to different audiences.

Session 3: Introduction To Data Visualisation With Power BI

Discover how to transform raw data into meaningful visual insights using Power BI. You’ll learn the basics of Power Query, data cleaning and data modelling, before creating purposeful visualisations and building a simple dashboard. You’ll also explore how Copilot in Power BI can support your work.

Session 4: Creating Effective Dashboards With Power BI

Develop your Power BI skills by exploring what makes a dashboard effective and easy to use. You’ll work with metrics, data segmentation, product trackers, filters and multiple dashboard pages, learning how to present information clearly and create a better experience for the people using your reports.

Session 5: Automation With Microsoft Power Platform

Explore how Microsoft tools can be used to automate processes and improve the way organisations work with data. You’ll be introduced to Power Apps, Power Pages and Power Automate, building your understanding of the wider Microsoft Power Platform.

Session 6: Databases & SQL Fundamentals

Learn how databases organise and connect information and develop your understanding of data modelling, keys and cardinality. You’ll also be introduced to SQL syntax, including how to filter, group and join data in preparation for working with larger datasets and answering business questions.

Session 7: Querying Data With SQL

Put your SQL knowledge into practice by learning how to write queries that answer real business questions. You’ll use data to identify information such as top-performing products, sales by country and periods of profit or loss, helping you develop practical skills in extracting useful insights from databases.

Session 8: Introduction To Python For Data Analysis

Get started with Python and learn some of the fundamental concepts used in data analysis, including data types, variables, loops and libraries. You’ll practice loading CSV data into Python and explore how AI tools such as Gemini can support your coding and data analysis activities.

Session 9: Data Cleaning & Exploratory Data Analysis With Python

Learn why clean, reliable data is essential for effective analysis. You’ll be introduced to Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) and develop practical data-cleaning skills before visually exploring datasets using tools including pandas, seaborn and matplotlib.

Session 10: Statistics, Data Analysis & PL-900 Exam

Bring together your learning by exploring key statistical concepts using Python and Excel, including distributions, histograms, box plots, summary statistics and outliers. You’ll also learn approaches to identifying and removing outliers before completing exam revision and the Microsoft PL-900 exam.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this funded programme, you must meet the following criteria.

Aged 19 or over
Have the right to work in the UK
Be unemployed or seeking a career change
Live in Leicestershire
Have lived in the UK continuously for the past year
Are committed to developing your data analysis skills through online learning

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Meet the Trainers

Nicholas Beer - Data Trainer

Nicholas Beer

Trainer

With a wealth of experience in the financial services sector, Nicholas is a passionate systems development professional who has excelled in various technical roles.  As a proficient MI/BI system developer and lead data analyst, Nicholas has a proven track record of building strong relationships through a friendly and open-minded approach.

Key personal skills include a love of learning, excellent communication, and a positive attitude.  Nicholas is known for his inclusive leadership, logical problem-solving, and enthusiastic embrace of change.  With extensive knowledge in software engineering and business process improvement, Nicholas brings a clear and enjoyable training style to software development best practices.  He looks forward to working with you.

Frequently Asked Questions

The cost structure is as follows:

  • Sole traders, freelancers, business owners without employees, or unemployed: The course is fully funded by the respective funding authority
  • Businesses with 1-250 employees: Employers contribute 10% per employee attending, with the remaining 90% funded by the respective funding authority.
  • Businesses with 250+ employees: Employers contribute 30% per employee attending, with the remaining 70% funded by the respective funding authority

Please note that funding is subject to full eligibility checks.

The Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp is an intensive, short-term training programme designed to help individuals develop practical, job-relevant skills in data analysis. Participants learn how to work with data using tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL and Python, alongside AI and automation.

Skills Bootcamps are part of a UK government initiative designed to help people develop in-demand skills and improve their career prospects, with funded training available for eligible participants.

The Bootcamp typically runs for 10 weeks, with live online sessions taking place one day a week, usually from 9:30am to 4.00pm. Each session includes regular breaks and a lunch period.

Attending the Fareport Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp offers several benefits, including:

Industry-Relevant Skills – Participants gain hands-on experience in data analysis, visualisation and tools including Excel, Power BI, SQL and Python, alongside AI and automation.

Career Progression – Developing practical data skills can help improve employment prospects and support progression towards data-focused roles such as Data Analyst or Business Analyst.

Funded Training – The Bootcamp is government-funded for eligible learners, helping to reduce financial barriers to developing new skills.

Overall, our Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp provides an accessible route to upskilling, whether you’re unemployed and looking for your next opportunity, considering a career change, or already working and looking to strengthen your data skills.

Participants who successfully complete the Bootcamp will receive a Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp certificate, recognised by Fareport Training and the respective funding authority. The programme may also include preparation for and completion of the Microsoft PL-900 exam (Leicestershire only).

You can apply by completing the application form on this page. A team member will then contact you to discuss the next steps.

The Data Analyst With AI Skills Bootcamp is designed for individuals looking to enhance their data skills and advance their careers in data analysis.

It is suitable for:

Early-Career Professionals – Those in entry-level roles who want to develop data skills for career progression.

Existing Business Owners & Employees – Professionals who want to upskill in data analysis to enhance their current roles or support business decision-making.

Unemployed Individuals & Career Changers – Those looking to develop practical data skills, improve their job prospects and move into a data-related role.

Our Bootcamp provides hands-on training in data collection, analysis and visualisation, helping learners gain industry-relevant skills whilst improving their career prospects. The Bootcamp is funded for eligible participants, making it an accessible option for skills development.

Eligible participants must:

  • Be aged 19 or older
  • Live within the area the Data Analyst Skills Bootcamp is being offered in
  • Have the right to work in the UK and have maintained UK residency for the last year
  • Be self-employed, employed or unemployed and looking to upskill in data
  • Be relatively new to data analytics and do not already hold advanced technical qualifications in the field

No, you are only eligible to study our courses if you are living or working in England and meet all our eligibility criteria.

Yes, please still apply. All our Skills Bootcamp courses are flexible so you can easily catch up on what you’ve missed when you return from holiday.

You will need access to a Windows laptop or desktop computer and a reliable internet connection to take part in the online training. Apple Mac computers are not suitable for this course because some of the software and tools used during the Bootcamp are not fully compatible with macOS.

Individuals are permitted to enrol in only one Skills Bootcamp per funding year (1st April to 31st March).
This limitation ensures that participants can fully commit to and benefit from the intensive training provided by each bootcamp. It also allows equitable access to these government-funded programmes, enabling a broader range of individuals to enhance their skills and improve their employment prospects. Therefore, if you have already completed a Skills Bootcamp within the current funding year, you would need to wait until the next funding cycle to enrol in another.

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Course Reviews

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I am writing to highly recommend Nicholas Beer, who served as my trainer during the Data Analytics Bootcamp at Fareport Training. Throughout the course, Nicholas exhibited exceptional knowledge, teaching skills, and a dedication to his students’ success.

Nicholas has an outstanding ability to break down complex concepts into digestible and understandable portions. He has an in-depth understanding of data analytics, covering everything from basic statistics to more advanced analytical methods, and his ability to explain these topics with clarity and patience was instrumental in my learning experience.

What truly set Nicholas apart, however, was his commitment to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. He was always approachable, taking the time to address any questions or challenges I had, both in and outside of class. Whether through one-on-one assistance or group discussions, he consistently went above and beyond to ensure we fully grasped the material.

Beyond just teaching the curriculum, Nicholas encouraged us to think critically and approach problems with an analytical mindset, helping us develop skills that will be invaluable in real-world data analysis situations. His practical approach to teaching ensured that we were not only absorbing theoretical knowledge but were also gaining hands-on experience that we could apply immediately.

Nicholas also demonstrated incredible professionalism and passion for teaching, making each lesson both informative and enjoyable. His positive attitude and enthusiasm for data analytics were contagious, motivating me to put forth my best effort throughout the bootcamp.

I am confident that Nicholas Beer will continue to be a valuable asset to future students at Fareport Training. I highly recommend him as a trainer for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge in data analytics.

Steven Vu

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I had the pleasure of learning from Nick during my data analytics course with Fareport Training. His deep knowledge and engaging teaching style made complex concepts easy to grasp. Nick is not only an excellent tutor but also genuinely caring, providing support and encouragement throughout the learning process. He emphasises the importance of people, relationships and collaboration in data-driven work, which inspired me to think critically about the impact of data. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to excel in the field.

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I had the pleasure of learning from Nicholas Beer during an introductory course in data science, and I can confidently say that he is an exceptional trainer. His ability to break down complex topics – ranging from data analytics and databases to Python, AI, and data visualization – made the learning experience both engaging and accessible.

Beyond his deep knowledge, what truly sets Nicholas apart is his cheerful and approachable personality. He is always smiling, always willing to help, and fosters an environment where questions are encouraged and learning feels natural. His emphasis on critical thinking and presentation skills added great value to the course, ensuring we not only understood the concepts but could also apply them effectively.

I highly recommend Nicholas to anyone looking to gain insights into data analytics and data science. Learning from him was a genuinely enjoyable experience!

Eva Ruzheva

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