Train your staff to handle in-house locksmithing with our Maintenance Locksmith Training Program—the industry-leading course for facility and property security. Designed for both beginners and professionals, this hands-on program teaches the essential skills needed to secure your building, reduce outsourcing costs, and maintain full control of your keys.
 
Developed by real locksmiths, this comprehensive training covers everything from key identification and rekeying to storefront lock systems. It's ideal for maintenance teams, engineers, and security personnel in schools, hotels, churches, government facilities, apartments, hospitals, and more.
With over 700 pages of step-by-step guides, photo illustrations, DVDs, and ongoing support from expert locksmiths, you’ll gain the skills to protect your property from day one.

Included: Full tool kit, training manual, rekeying DVD, and live support.

Our Complete Maintenance Locksmith Training Kit includes a 725-page Manual and Field Reference Guide with photo illustrations and step-by-step instructions. You’ll also receive online and toll-free technical support during and after the program—directly from professional locksmiths.
 
Chapters 1–7
Chapter 1: Key Blank Identification
Learn the different types of key blanks and how to identify them.
Chapter 2: Different Types of Locks
Identify various types of locks and lock cylinders.
Chapter 3: Disc Tumbler Locks or Wafer Locks
Examine wafer locks and understand their functions.
Chapter 4: Pin Tumbler Locks
Identify pin tumbler locks and their internal mechanisms.
Chapter 5: Re-Keyable Padlocks
Learn about re-keyable padlocks and the re-keying process.
Chapter 6: Knob and Lever Functions
Understand the function of knob sets and lever sets used in the field.
Chapter 7: Storefront Door Locks
Study different locking mechanisms used in storefront doors and their functions.
Chapters 8–16
Chapter 8: Removing and Replacing Door Locks
Learn to properly remove and replace door locks and knobs.
Chapter 9: Depth and Spacer Keys
Discover the use of depth and spacer keys in the field.
Chapter 10: Deadbolt Preparation and Installation
Learn how to prep a door for deadbolt installation.
Chapter 11: Latches, Strikes, and Swings
Gain miscellaneous daily-use knowledge about door hardware.
Chapter 12: Disassembling and Reassembling Locks
Learn to take apart and put back together common locks.
Chapter 13: Drilling Lock Cylinders
Understand how, when, and why to drill lock cylinders.
Chapter 14: Residential and Commercial Lockouts
Get insights and tips for handling lockouts efficiently.
Chapter 15: Shimming Lock Cylinders
Learn procedures for shimming a lock for re-keying or servicing.
Chapter 16: Replacing Top Pins and Springs
Learn how to correctly load top pins and springs.
Chapters 17–24
Chapter 17: Removing Spring Retaining Caps
Learn how to remove and replace spring retaining caps.
Chapter 18: Re-Keying Tools
Explore the essential tools used for re-keying lock cylinders.
Chapter 19: Re-Keying Pin Tumbler Locks
Understand how to re-key pin tumbler locks and best practices.
Chapter 20: Troubleshooting
Identify and solve common field problems.
Chapter 21: Key Duplication
Learn the process of duplicating keys.
Chapter 22: Picking Lock Cylinders
Learn multiple techniques for picking locks.
Chapter 23: Impressioning
Master the art of creating a key from a lock with no key.
Chapter 24: Master Keying
Understand the tools and process of creating master key systems.
Chapters 25–34
Chapter 25: De-Mastering
Learn methods to de-master pin tumbler locks.
Chapter 26: IC Core Cylinders
Understand how to re-key IC core locks and avoid common mistakes.
Chapter 27: Know Your Fire Codes
Learn the importance of fire code compliance.
Chapter 28: American Disabilities Act (ADA)
Get familiar with ADA regulations affecting locks and hardware.
Chapter 29: Rim Exit Devices and Panic Exit Devices
Explore common rim and panic hardware devices.
Chapter 30: Detex Exit Devices and Alarms
Learn about Detex device installations and repairs.
Chapter 31: Door Closers
Understand installation and maintenance of door closers.
Chapter 32: Push Button Locks
Dive into the operation and servicing of push button locks.
Chapter 33: Full Mortise Locks
Learn the details of full mortise lock configurations.
Chapter 34: Key Control
Discover how to implement and manage a key control system.