Locksmith Trade Schools
Locksmithing is a short program that can be completed in less than 1 year. Upon completion of the program an apprenticeship is recommended which can last a few months to a few years. There are several options and accreditations you can earn in this field that will determine the length of education you need.
Some of the courses you can expect to take for basic locksmithing include:
- Key cutting
- Lock installation
- Key identification
- Automotive locksmithing
- Master keying
You can view our complete guide to becoming a locksmith to get more in-depth information.
Find A Locksmith Training School Near You
The schools below offer in-depth locksmith programs to jump start your career. Opportunities for locksmiths are available in security companies, schools, hospitals, government and more. Many decide to go out on their own and start a business.
These programs can help you with any of these options!
North Bennet Street School - Estimated Cost: $32,617
Massachusetts
North Bennet Street School - Estimated Cost: $32,617
Programs Offered
Locksmith Trade Schools, Musical Instrument Repair Schools, Watchmaking Trade SchoolsSchool Details
Enrollment: 152Campus Setting: City: Large
Housing: No
Graduation Rate: 90%
Below are some of the top programs from the school with details on program length and estimated costs as of 2023.
- Locksmithing and Safe Repair: 9 months with an estimated cost of $24,000
- Furniture Design and Manufacturing: 18 months with an estimated cost of $57,500
- Building & Home Inspector: 9 months with an estimated cost of $30,000
- Carpentry: 18 months with an estimated cost of $55,000
- Musical Instrument Repair: 9 months with an estimates cost of $28,000
- Precision Production: 18 months, with an estimated cost of $53,000
Charles Stuart School of Diamond Setting - Estimated Cost: $38,655
New York
Charles Stuart School of Diamond Setting - Estimated Cost: $38,655
Programs Offered
Locksmith Trade SchoolsSchool Details
Enrollment: 54Campus Setting: City:Large
Housing: No
Graduation Rate: 100
The Charles Stuart School offers a locksmith program that will prepare students to pass the licensing from the New York City Department of Consumer affairs. Only 20 students are enrolled per class. All courses are taught by licensed locksmiths and have years of experience.
National Locksmith Institute
Various Locations
National Locksmith Institute
Programs Offered
Locksmith Trade SchoolsSchool Details
Enrollment: NACampus Setting: No
Housing: No
Graduation Rate: NA
The National Locksmith Institute offers a week long trainings in various locations for facilities an institutions who want trained locksmiths on staff. You must be sponsored by a facility in order to attend one of these programs.
Locksmith Salaries
The median wage for locksmiths and safe repairers is $47,400 annually, but some industries like hospitals and government pay much more. Locksmiths in metro-areas will make a bit more than those in more rural areas.