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These 1-day, 2-day & 5-day locksmith courses run by the Master Locksmiths Association are for beginners new to the industry; our training courses will teach you everything needed to become a locksmith from how to cut keys by hand to opening, picking and fitting locks.
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We run 4 different courses during a 5 day week; the first is a 2-day Foundation Course perfect for someone with no experience or new to locksmithing and 3 follow-on courses.
Looking to be a car locksmith? See our beginners auto locksmith course which teaches you how to unlock and open cars.
Our 5-day beginners course has 4 modules during the week, select which course you want to take or attend every course during the week.
Our 5 day beginner course is made up of a 2 day foundation course and 3 more specialist modules. You will learn everything needed to become a locksmith from how to cut keys by hand to opening, picking and fitting locks
You can choose to take the full 5 days or you can take the modules individually.
After our beginners course, our 5 day advanced locksmith course will help improve your skills and expand the services you offer.
Further career development can be achieved by working towards and taking the MLA Qualification.
Passing the MLA Qualification gives you an Official OFQUAL Level 4 qualification certificate in locksmithing and the recognition of being able to become a Qualified Master Locksmith member of the association.
Pass the MLA Qualification for a OFQUAL Level 4 Certificate Qualification in Locksmithing – ABBE Accredited
Member Rate £1605 inc VAT Non Member Rate £1760 inc VAT Payment Plans Available Reduced Price Become an MLA Member Location Unit 1, Prospect Park, Valley Dr, Rugby, CV21 1TF Date latest course dates
The foundation course gives you the perfect introduction to mechanical locksmithing – ideal or those with no experience and entirely new for locksmithing. You’ll learn the types of locks currently in use and terminology.
Member Rate £620 inc VAT Non Member Rate £685 inc VAT Payment Plans Available Reduced Price Become an MLA Member Location Unit 1, Prospect Park, Valley Dr, Rugby, CV21 1TF Date latest course dates
Undertaking this course has given me the confidence I need to trade as a locksmith & start my own business. Now aim is to return to the MLA and complete further training, in addition to sitting my MLA master locksmiths qualification in the near future – Jordan Morrison
Get hands on experience installing a selection of the most common locks and security devices. Perfect for total beginners.
Member Rate £310 inc VAT Non Member Rate £340 inc VAT Payment Plans Available Reduced Price Become an MLA Member Location Unit 1, Prospect Park, Valley Dr, Rugby, CV21 1TF Date latest course dates
Thinking about fitting/repairing UPVC door locks? This course is perfect for total beginners and will help broaden your skills and give you experience of working with UPVC door locks.
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Member Rate £365 inc VAT Non Member Rate £395 inc VAT Payment Plans Available Reduced Price Become an MLA Member Location Unit 1, Prospect Park, Valley Dr, Rugby, CV21 1TF Date latest course dates
Get hands on experience practicing the basic non-destructive entry techniques on a selection of the most common locks
You must have a Basic Disclosure Security (DBS) no older than 3 months or; A standard disclosure no older than 3 years Apply here or various private providers online
Our training courses take place at our dedicated purpose built training centre in Rugby, Warwickshire.
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We currently have training discounts available or you can become an MLA member for discounted members rates:
Those new to the industry should look to join as a Personal Member under the ‘student’ category.
Training FAQ’s – Questions answered
An absolute beginner or someone with relatively limited experience within the industry
This course will equip you to either seek employment as a trainee locksmith or even set up your own business.
All attendees of each beginner’s course receive a certificate of attendance from the UK’s largest locksmith association, the Master Locksmiths Association.
Become a Qualified Master Locksmith with OFQUAL Level 4 Certificate in Locksmithing Qualification
If you are looking for a nationally recognised qualification, the MLA Qualification allows locksmiths to become a fully Qualified Master Locksmith with a Official OFQUAL Level 4 qualification in locksmithing.
The MLA Qualification is the highest locksmith qualification in the UK, recognised by Ofsted and certified by ABBE (Awarding Body of the Built Environment).
Yes! There are payment plan options for those attending any of our courses.
Course attendees can set up a payment plan, where all we require is your course to be paid in full one month before the start date.
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Training fees are non-refundable & non-transferable (except in extenuating circumstances), see our terms & conditions here
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Yes, we accept ELCAS funding if you are ex armed forces/ex military.
We run a custom ECLAS locksmith training course aimed at beginners, with an official qualification at the end of the course.
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Once you have practiced the skills learnt on our beginners course, you may wish to explore our advanced and specialist courses.
Our advanced courses are designed for individuals, or members of staff, who’ve completed our beginner’s locksmith courses, or have some locksmith experience; and are looking to increase their skill set to expand their service offering.
Our specialist courses are designed for either experienced locksmiths looking to expand their services and gain new skills or for those who wish to specialise in a particular area of the trade such as auto locksmithing, security safes & vans.
Start your career as an auto/car locksmith service and open locked cars, we run a 1-day auto locksmith course, and van lock fitting course
Those looking to get into safes & vaults, our safes & safe servicing course is the perfect starting point.
Find out more about our courses, either request a free course pack or contact us.
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Courses we currently offer include:
21-25 Oct 2024
21/10/2024 to 25/10/2024
Member Price: £1605 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £1760 Inc VAT
Master Locksmiths Association, 1 Prospect Park, Valley Drive, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 1TF
21-22 Oct 2024
21/10/2024 to 22/10/2024
Member Price: £620 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £685 Inc VAT
23 Oct 2024
23/10/2024
Member Price: £310 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £340 Inc VAT
24 Oct 2024
24/10/2024
Member Price: £365 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £395 Inc VAT
25 Oct 2024
25/10/2024
2-6 Dec 2024
02/12/2024 to 06/12/2024
2-3 Dec 2024
02/12/2024 to 03/12/2024
4 Dec 2024
04/12/2024
5 Dec 2024
05/12/2024
6 Dec 2024
06/12/2024
27-31 Jan 2025
27/01/2025 to 31/01/2025
27-28 Jan 2025
27/01/2025 to 28/01/2025
29 Jan 2025
29/01/2025
30 Jan 2025
30/01/2025
31 Jan 2025
31/01/2025
3-7 Mar 2025
03/03/2025 to 07/03/2025
3-4 Mar 2025
03/03/2025 to 04/03/2025
5 Mar 2025
05/03/2025
6 Mar 2025
06/03/2025
7 Mar 2025
07/03/2025
7-11 Apr 2025
07/04/2025 to 11/04/2025
7-8 Apr 2025
07/04/2025 to 08/04/2025
9 Apr 2025
09/04/2025
10 Apr 2025
10/04/2025
11 Apr 2025
11/04/2025
26 Apr 2025
26/04/2025
Member Price: £305 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £330 Inc VAT
12-16 May 2025
12/05/2025 to 16/05/2025
12-13 May 2025
12/05/2025 to 13/05/2025
14 May 2025
14/05/2025
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23/07/2025
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24/07/2025
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25/07/2025
29 Sep – 3 Oct 2025
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29/09/2025 to 30/09/2025
1 Oct 2025
01/10/2025
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02/10/2025
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03/10/2025
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01/11/2025
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17/11/2025 to 21/11/2025
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15/12/2025 to 19/12/2025
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15/12/2025 to 16/12/2025
17 Dec 2025
17/12/2025
18 Dec 2025
18/12/2025
19 Dec 2025
19/12/2025
1 Nov 2024
01/11/2024
Member Price: £299 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £350 Inc VAT
5 Nov 2024
05/11/2024
Member Price: £299 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £399 Inc VAT
5-9 Nov 2024
05/11/2024 to 09/11/2024
Member Price: £1326.85 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £1760.40 Inc VAT
6 Nov 2024
06/11/2024
7 Nov 2024
07/11/2024
8 Nov 2024
08/11/2024
Member Price: £265 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £310 Inc VAT
9 Nov 2024
09/11/2024
Member Price: £399 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £449 Inc VAT
20 Nov 24
20/11/2024
Member Price: £300 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £350 Inc VAT
23 Nov 2024
23/11/2024
Member Price: £450 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £520 Inc VAT
7 Feb 2025
07/02/2025
25 Feb 2025
25/02/2025
Member Price: £210 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £240 Inc VAT
25-29 Mar 2025
25/03/2025 to 29/03/2025
25 Mar 2025
25/03/2025
26 Mar 2025
26/03/2025
27 Mar 2025
27/03/2025
28 Mar 2025
28/03/2025
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1 Apr 2025
01/04/2025
7 Jun 2025
07/06/2025
26 Jun 2025
26/06/2025
Member Price: £260 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £310 Inc VAT
2-6 Sep 2025
02/09/2025 to 06/09/2025
2 Sep 2025
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28 Nov 2025
28/11/2025
6 Dec 2025
06/12/2025
14-15 Nov 2024
14/11/2024 to 15/11/2024
Member Price: £150 Inc VAT Per Module | Non-Member Price: £230 Inc VAT Per Module
11 Dec 2024
11/12/2024
Member Price: £245 Inc VAT | Non-Member Price: £305 Inc VAT
15-16 Feb 2025
15/02/2025 to 16/02/2025
21 May 2025
21/05/2025
Member Price: £115 Inc VAT Per Module | Non-Member Price: £160 Inc VAT Per Module
1-2 Jul 2025
01/07/2025 to 02/07/2025
30 Jul 2025
30/07/2025
16 Sep 2025
16/09/2025
8-9 Nov 2025
08/11/2025 to 09/11/2025
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