Keytek® Locksmith Training Academy

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Become a Qualified Locksmith

The first officially recognised qualification in the UK!

Our comprehensive, hands-on locksmith qualification is perfect for beginners and will teach you everything you need to know to start your locksmith career.

 

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Become a Qualified Locksmith

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ELCAS Funding

We are proud to support military leavers as they prepare for resettlement. Those looking to use ELCAS credits and IRTC funding can apply it to our Locksmith Qualification. Learn a range of different skills on our locksmith course which is applicable to many security sectors! 

ELCAS provider: 4682   |   Average Eval Score: 97%

 

ECLAS Funding

ELCAS Funding

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NCFE & Highfield Approved

We’re proud to have Direct Claim Status (DCS) for both our NCFE 5-day Locksmith Course and Highfield Locksmith Qualification. This means when you train with Keytek® Locksmith Training Academy, you can receive your certificate without long delays, allowing you to start your locksmith career quickly and confidently.

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Why You Should Train with Keytek® Locksmiths

  • 25+ Years Experience
  • Direct Claim Status
  • ELCAS Credits Accepted
  • Highfield & NCFE Approved
  • Expert Trainers
  • Subcontracting Available

Founded in 1997, Keytek® Locksmiths Training Academy is one of the UK’s leading locksmith training providers, offering accredited locksmith, qualification, and auto locksmith courses at our dedicated Poole facility.

When you train with Keytek®, you learn from one of the UK’s largest locksmith communities, gaining practical skills, industry insight, and real-world confidence. We’re ELCAS approved and hold Direct Claim Status (DCS), so you receive your certificate quickly, allowing you to start your locksmith career without delays.

What sets us apart is the opportunity to join our nationwide locksmith network after training, enabling you to take on locksmith jobs and start earning immediately. Choosing Keytek® means investing in your future with trusted, professional training to launch your locksmith career successfully.

 

Our Locksmith Courses

We offer locksmith courses for all levels, from beginners to professionals looking to upskill. Our accredited qualifications, bespoke brush-up training, and specialised auto locksmith courses help you grow your skills and expand your locksmith career with Keytek®.

  • Locksmith Qualification
  • 5 Day Locksmith Accreditation
  • 5 Day Beginner Auto Locksmith Course
  • Intermediate Auto Locksmith Course
Locksmith Courses

Our Locksmith Courses

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Work With Keytek®

Upon successful completion of your accredited Locksmith course or qualification, you have the opportunity to subcontract with Keytek® Locksmiths.

As a well-established national company, Keytek® Locksmiths sets the industry standard for excellence. Our trusted community of skilled professionals is always in demand. This unique opportunity allows new locksmiths to gain vital industry experience and start trading immediately after qualifying with one of our courses.

Work with Keytek®

We provide accredited and qualified locksmith courses, auto locksmith training, and specialist brush-up sessions.

All training takes place at our dedicated facility in Poole, Dorset (BH12 4NZ)

Yes, our locksmith qualification and 5-day NCFE locksmith course are fully accredited with Direct Claim Status for fast certification.

Yes, once you’ve passed one of our beginner courses, you’ll be ready to start offering services.

Whilst the industry doesn’t require any formal training, sub-contracting networks, associations, commercial clients (estate agents) and even some parts suppliers will often ask for proof of training.

You may be invited to subcontract with Keytek® Locksmiths.

Yes, we offer beginner and intermediate auto locksmith courses and a one-day non-destructive entry course.

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