CertNexus Data Science Practitioner certification & Training

Overview

On this accelerated CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner (CDSP) course, you’ll learn to analyse, manipulate, and present data within an effective and repeatable process framework.

In just 2 days, you’ll build knowledge on using data science principles to address business issues, as well as prepare datasets and train machine learning models. You’ll also learn how to:

Use multiple techniques to analyse data and extract valuable insights
Train, tune, and evaluate regression and forecasting models
Finalise a data science project by presenting models

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner exam, and achieve your CDSP certification. As an Official CertNexus Partner, and through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get access to official courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This course is ideal for professionals across different industries seeking to demonstrate the ability to gain insights and build predictive models from data, as well as:

Data Scientist
Data Analyst
Data Engineer
Data Architect
Database Administrator
Business Analyst
Data and Analytics Manager
Business Intelligence Analyst
Marketing Analyst
BI developer
Product Owner
Machine Learning Engineer
Software Engineer
Analytics Consultant

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Section 1: Addressing Business Issues with Data Science

Module 1: Initiate a Data Science Project
Module 2: Formulate a Data Science Problem

Section 2: Extracting, Transforming, and Loading Data

Module 1: Extract Data
Module 2: Transform Data
Module 3: Load Data

Section 3: Analysing Data

Module 1: Examine Data
Module 2: Explore the Underlying Distribution of Data
Module 3: Use Visualisations to Analyse Data
Module 4: Preprocess Data

Section 4: Preparing to Train a Machine Learning Model

Module 1: Identify Machine Learning Concepts
Module 2: Test a Hypothesis

Section 5: Developing Classification Models

Module 1: Train and Tune Classification Models
Module 2: Evaluate Classification Models

Section 6: Developing Regression and Forecasting Models

Module 1: Train and Tune Regression and Forecasting Models
Module 2: Evaluate Regression and Forecasting Models

Section 7: Developing Clustering Models

Module 1: Train and Tune Clustering Models
Module 2: Evaluate Clustering Models

Section 8: Finalising a Data Science Project

Module 1: Communicate Results to Stakeholders
Module 2: Demonstrate a Model in a Web App
Module 3: Implement and Test Production Pipelines

Exam Track

As part of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered Certification Guarantee:

CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner (CDSP) exam

Duration: 2 hours
Format: Multiple-choice/Multiple-response
Languages: English

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this accelerated course, you should have experience with databases, querying languages like SQL, and high-level programming languages like Python. You should also have knowledge in:

Database Design: A Modern Approach
SQL Querying: Fundamentals (Second Edition)
SQL Querying: Advanced (Second Edition)
Introduction to Programming with Python
Advanced Programming Techniques with Python
Using Data Science Tools in Python

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

Reviews

Here's the Firebrand Training review section. Since 2001 we've trained exactly 134561 students and asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently, 96.41% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations.

Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.

"It's a third course I have with this instructor. His classes are fast-paced and well structured."
Anonymous. (8/1/2024 (Monday) to 10/1/2024 (Wednesday))

"A super engaging and pleasant lecturer."
Michael White, Lloyds Banking Group. (10/7/2023 (Monday) to 12/7/2023 (Wednesday))

"Facility is excellent. Training delivery and interaction with the trainer also excellent and the material is straightforward to follow with a good mix of theory and practical."
Mark Jeffery, Lloyds Banking Group. (10/7/2023 (Monday) to 12/7/2023 (Wednesday))

Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	20/2/2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	25/6/2024 (Tuesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	6/8/2024 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	17/9/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	29/10/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	10/12/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

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