Microcredential in
Data Science
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.
SUNY Canton
Online
Online
Delivery
1 Semester
Estimated time to complete
30 Hours
Instruction hours
$2,200.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Learn the distinct phases of data science, a fast-growing field that requires new skills for those working in today's businesses and organizations. Understanding data science allows people and organizations to analyze data effectively, make informed decisions, and drive innovation. You will understand key methods for knowing, pre-processing, processing and warehousing data. You will assess collection, storage, use, and analysis of data through the lens of ethical standards. This microcredential is intended for current professionals who need or want to incorporate data science into their portfolio of skills. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and readies you for national certification via the Certified Data Scientist (CDS) or R Programming Certification exams. For those seeking to launch a career in data science, creating a portfolio of R projects through this microcredential can also be an innovative pathway to earning national certification and transitioning into the field.
An online microcredential from SUNY Canton (30 instruction hours). Registration is completed with SUNY Canton. Eligible for financial aid.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
Section 3:
Open
What you can earn
Data Science Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Skills covered
Data Science
Data Collection
Data Management
Data Mining
Ethical Standards
Machine Learning
Outlier Detection
Research
Career outlook
Related occupations: Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst
Data analysis roles are among the fastest-growing jobs in the state.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.