Providing top-notch education to our members and the rest of the industry has been an essential mission of ALOA Security Professionals Association, Inc., (ALOA) since our inception in 1955.
All questions about ALOA education and certification programs can be sent to education@aloa.org, or students can call the ALOA headquarters at (800) 532-ALOA.
William M. Lynk
Director of Education
John Hubel
Assistant Director of Education
Dawne Chandler
Media/Marketing Manager - Education Coordinator - PRP Testing and Certification
Joe Peach
Operations Manager
ALOA instructors are experienced professionals with a depth of knowledge essential for teaching the next generation of locksmiths — and you! These instructors are some of the best-known and valued experts in their disciplines, and the hands-on learning style at ALOA classes will prepare you to take your skills from the classroom to the field. Increase your confidence, skills and bottom line by taking part in ALOA Education classes.
The ALOA Education Department provides more than 200 ALOA Continuing Education (ACE) instructor-led training classes throughout the year and across the country through the following:
Some examples of classes that are conducted at our Training Center in Dallas and via webinars include:
ALOA Five-Day Fundamentals of Locksmithing Course
ALOA Fire Door Inspector (AFDI) webinar
ALOA Master Keying Specialist (AMKS) webinar
The ALOA Store is where members and customers can purchase books and other media on a variety of locksmith, physical security and life safety code subjects. Members can also purchase lapel pins, patches, decals and other supplies. Study packages for licensing in certain states and for ALOA’s certification program the Proficiency Registration Program (PRP) are also available in the ALOA Store.
You can also purchase materials and clothing items at the on-site ALOA Store at ALOA and SAFETECH conventions.
Apprentice locksmiths and locksmiths experiencing financial hardship can apply for assistance through the ALOA Scholarship Foundation.
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