NHS Data and Analytics Academy

Simplilearn Introduction to Data Visualization

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Short Description:

The Data Visualization basics course will help you learn how to make sense of data by creating informative and engaging reports and dashboards. You will be using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Excel, R, and Python to generate visualizations. By the end of this course, you will have a clear-cut understanding of how to derive meaningful conclusions from data.

The video lectures and hands-on activities in this course will introduce you to popular data visualization software, including:

  • Tableau: A versatile business intelligence and analytics tool for building interactive data visualizations. You'll learn fundamental Tableau skills like connecting to data sources, building charts/graphs, and creating dashboards.
  • Power BI: Microsoft's data visualization software for visualizing, analyzing, and sharing insights. The course covers how to import, clean, and model data, as well as build reports and dashboards in Power BI.
  • Excel: Microsoft's ubiquitous spreadsheet software also contains powerful built-in tools for crafting charts, graphs, and dashboards from datasets.
  • ggplot2: This R programming package allows you to customize publication-quality data visualizations using code. The course will take you through ggplot2 fundamentals.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Gain a broad overview of leading data visualization tools and methodologies
  • Develop fundamental skills for creating basic charts, graphs, and dashboards
  • Learn how to derive and communicate data-driven insights effectively
  • Earn a course completion certificate to highlight your new skills
  • Position yourself for more advanced data visualization training and certifications

Course Length:

The course comprises 9 hours of self-paced video content along with downloadable resources to supplement learning.

Certifcate:

Yes

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Contributed by: NHS Data and Analytics Academy
Authored by: Simplilearn, Simplilearn
Licence: More information on licences
First contributed: 09 September 2025
Audience access level: General user

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