Training & Qualifications

In your run to become UK’s next top locksmith, one method for training is to undergo a short training course. Locksmith training courses are available across the country, in various training venues. These starter courses give a broad standpoint on the different principles and ethics of the trade and locking systems as a whole. The lessons you’ll learn from these courses are very important, especially for a novice locksmith. Bromley, in Greater London, for instance, has a lot of training centers that are accredited by the Master Locksmith Association (UK). This means that the basic training they offer can assure you that you will be able to deliver your work to the highest standard in the future.

 As of the moment, the locksmith industry of the UK is not regulated by any governing body. Due to this fact, some locksmith training courses that are offered here and there are also not regulated. This also unfortunately means that these courses are not accredited by City and Guilds or other similar bodies. However, through The Master Locksmiths Association, the regulation (through licensing) of the Private security Industry has been instrumental in campaigning for national standards in the locksmith industry. You can easily find a Master Locksmith Association approved company member through their website or you may also use search engines. For instance, you can just type keywords depending on your area, such as “locksmith Fulham”, “locksmith Ilford”, or “locksmith Wimbledon”, and you can start from there.

One of the best ideas before venturing on to a training course is to talk to a local locksmith, or some friends who have previously taken up the course. By doing this, you may get referrals on good training courses or you can also get additional information in regards to fields of work and tested tips on becoming a locksmith, based on personal experience.

Skills & Requirements

Aside from the right set of tools, future locksmiths would require skill, creativity, concentration, and a whole lot of patience. Since requirements may vary from city to city, it would work to your advantage if you get the widest platform of knowledge as much as you can. This can assure you that you can handle difficult situations when called out on a job. There may be instances when you’ll be called out by irate or somewhat embarrassed clients, therefore patience and understanding will be of high value.