5-Day Fundamentals of Locksmithing - At ALOA 2026 in Las Vegas

REGISTRATION OPENS IN APRIL!

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In this in-person class at ALOA 2026 in Las Vegas, learn the fundamentals of general locksmithing and kickstart your career under the guidance of experienced instructors.

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Cost: Coming soon with 2026 ALOA Convention & Security Expo registration information!

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Students Receive: Student Kit  (yours to keep after class) containing various tools, pinning kit, 129-page study textbook for testing & certification: "A Guide Through the ALOA PRP - A Roadmap for Success" and other items essential for hands-on learning.

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Experience our revamped class at ALOA 2026 in Las Vegas while taking advantage of all the convention has to offer: events, networking, the two-day Security Expo and more!

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Course Description

Class Content: 50 % Lecture 50 % Hands-On
7:30 am until 5:30 Daily

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The ALOA Continuing Education (ACE) 5-day Fundamentals of Locksmithing Course will provide you with basic hands-on knowledge of locks and security-related hardware. Students will work with basic locksmithing tools such as dial calipers, impressioning, pliers, lock pick set, along with other locksmith specialty tools.

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Upon completion of this course, you will have the knowledge required to function as an apprentice locksmith who can perform the following tasks:

· Identify and duplicate keys

· Service and adjust key machines

· Rekey a variety of lock cylinders

· Make original keys for a variety of locks

· Code disassembly and impressionin

· Bypass and/or pick common locks

· Troubleshoot and service common cylinder and lockset malfunctions

· Identify common lock hardware finishes and functions

· Become aware of Life Safety Codes and the ADA

· Design and key a simple master key system

· Know combination lock operation and changing methods

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Certifications/Designations/Certificates

You can earn one or both of these two designations/certifications by taking and successfully passing the examination offered at the end of class on Friday (expect to receive test results via email within 3 to 4 weeks):

 ALOA Fundamental Locksmithing Designation (AFL)

and/or Certified Licensed Locksmith (CLL) certification exam if you are in from Louisiana or Alabama. (This exam is required to apply for locksmith license in those states.)

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Certificate of Training: Participants will receive a certificate acknowledging the 48 CEU hours completed. Note: This is not a certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Dress Code

Feel free to dress comfortably; jeans and work shirts are recommended.

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Apprentice Memberships

Offered to non-members meeting specific criteria.

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