AESBL requires background check within ten business days
after employment with any Licensed company.
They have 6 months to take class and pass test.
CLASSES For Licensing
Class with Books and Test $ 975.00
Online Classes
Check the Web Site
www.aesbl.alabama.gov
for update on approved education
All Payments are due one month before Class
Proficiency Certification Advancement
With every class you take with The Alabama Locksmith Association you earn elective points toward Certification.
The first level of locksmith certification is Alabama Certified Licensed Locksmith (ACLL).
The second level of locksmith certification is Alabama Certified Professional Locksmith (ACPL)
ACPL has earned the ACLL, currently licensed, and succeeded in an additional 15 elective categories, with a minimum of 2 classes in automotive, residential and commercial.
The Highest Level of Locksmith certification is Alabama Certified Master Locksmith (ACML).
ACML has reached the highest level of Alabama Locksmith Assoc. Proficiency Registration Program, with a additional 2 classes in automotive and residential and commercial.
The sign up form will be added at the bottom of every class. Fill it out and e-mail it to Barbara@locksmithala.org
Beginner Locksmith Course
2026
May 11th - 15th
August 10th - 14th
November 2nd - 6th
Beginner Locksmith Class and Test 2026
8am-5pm for 5 days
E-Mail locksmithala@gmail.com
Teaching will be on basic locksmithing: keys,
knobs, deadbolts, duplicating machines, safes
every aspect of Locksmithing.
You will be provided everything you need to
learn the Locksmith trade. You will be given
a hands on test and a 150 question
on the 5th day. If you pass all your skills
and written exam, you will be awarded a certificate
that you will need to turn a copy into the
State Board AESBL to receive a license for locksmithing.
Class with Handouts and Test is $ 500.00
2026
June 11th & 12th
October 9th& 10th
(Decatur)
More to come
VSP Certification Class and Test for License Auto Professional 8am-5pm For 2 Days
Teaching will be on basic Vehicle keys, codes, NASTF, lishi tools with lots of hands on. You will be given hand outs and finger printing can be done while there.
Location:
1607 Martin St. S. Suite 10
Pell City, AL 35128
205-552-8200
Beginner Locksmith Course May 11th - 15th
Location:
1607 Martin St. S. Suite 10
Pell City, AL 35128
205-552-8200
VSP Certification Class and Test June 11th & 12th
Beach Time September 4th & 5th
This is Labor Day weekend, so make a 4 day vacation out of the time and get your education, and use the expense as a tax deduction. Get your Hotel at our discounted rate. https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/alabamalocksmiths2026/
You have to make your reservations before the deadline to get the special rate or a room.
Hilton Garden Inn
23092 Perdido Beach Blvd
Orange Beach, AL 36561
251 974 1600 Group Code: 901
DormaKaba Lee Scofield: Friday 8am-5pm School locks and Safety This is a 8-hour instructor-led class addressing an ever-growing public concern for the safety of our schools. As a result, there are many products coming into the marketplace that do not meet the already established code requirements. In this presentation, we will take a look at what is available for security purposes that is code compliant and the concerns regarding those solutions that are not.
Dorma Kaba Lee Schofield Saturday 8am-5pm Fire Door Inspection: This is an 8 hour instructor led class where students will come to understand the Code requirements as stated in NFPA 80 (Fire Code), NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code) as well as hardware applications required to meet ADA (ANSI 117). Students will learn the intent of these Codes that are used to establish our International Building Code and standards that affect door hardware. They will recognize what opening components and/or corrections are required to have hardware comply with these codes. We will cover codes as they relate to the “Use and Operation” of these opening within facilities. This program will help both the novice and veteran to identify, and correct (with code-approved products) the most recurring violations of these codes in the field.
Locksmith Pro Brian Suggs: Friday 8am-5pm Intermediate Automotive Locksmithing: NASTF and it's function in the Automotive Locksmiths daily work. How to get signed up Key Codes, Programming Codes and the Legal way to get them. Auto Smart, Genericode, Code Machines and Tools Programming devices TCode, MVP, TKO, DMax, Dealer Tools, etc.
Using a combination of Tools decoding locks and impressioning to originate a key for at least
one Chrysler, GM and Ford Vehicle Hands on Demonstrations making keys to cars Introduction to High Security Keys (sidewinders), Lazer Cut and how to make them. Hands on Demonstration
We will make keys to several different cars that are available demonstrating all of the above.
Locksmith Pro Brian Suggs: Saturday 8am-5pm OEM: What you will need to use it. NASTF’s role in using dealer software. Where and how to get it.
Brands we will cover: Ford, GM, Chrysler, Nissan, Toyota, Honda, Jaguar/Land Rover
Time permitting we will discuss pros and cons of other brands.
Lots of discussion and talks about the Nuances and differences of each brand we will cover.
$200.00
Member
$ 300.00
Non-Member
$ 200.00 Member
$ 300.00 Non-Member
$ 200.00
Members
$ 300.00
Non-Member
$ 200.00
Member
$ 300.00
Non-Member
Decatur We are coming October 9th & 10th
COURTYARD DECATUR
Alabama Locksmith Association
Start Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
End Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
Courtyard by Marriott Decatur for 125.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Friday, September 11, 2026
Book your group rate for Alabama Locksmith Association
If you prefer to make reservations by phone, please call 256.355.4446 and notify the front desk that you'd like to book rooms with the Group Rate Code LCKN.
A.J. Doody: VSP Certification Class and Test: Friday and Saturday 8am-5pm
License Auto Professional For 2 Days Teaching will be on basic Vehicle keys, codes, NASTF, lishi tools with lots of hands on. You will be given hand outs.
DormaKaba Lee Schofield: Simplex Certification with Free Kit: Friday 8am-5pm This is an 8-hour hands-on class designed to educate on the many mechanical features and servicing these unique and versatile keyless locks. This class includes hands-on training on the Simplex 1000 and
5000. We will also review and highlight applications for the L1000, 9000, 3000, 7100 and 9600 products in todays marketplace.
Upon completion of this course you will be able to:
Comprehension of the combination chambers including identification of components, reading and clearing/changing zones, high security codes as well as troubleshooting Hands-on disassembly/assembly of 1000 and 5000 series locks with troubleshooting Identify all lock models, features and options Lock applications and more.
DormaKaba Lee Schofield: Electrified Locks Saturday 8am-5pm:This is a 8 hour class to familiarize the attendee with installing and maintaining BEST Cylindrical Locks & Mortise Locks and will include review of codes relating to requirements and use, proper selection of hardware, hands-on experiences for applications, and options for adding features in the field.
Upon completion this course you will be able to: Identify and review codes relating to requirements and use, proper selection of hardware, hands-on experiences for applications Understand what opening components are required to comply with these codes Review field options for adding features to existing hardware
• Troubleshoot common Cylindrical & Mortise Lock issues and available conversions/field adjustments
$ 550.00
Members
$ 650.00
Non-Members
$ 200.00
Member
$ 300.00
Non-Member
WOW October 19th & 20th WOW You Ask For It
Seth Bloomberg teaching X10 and LKM 10K
Location:
1607 Martin St. S. Suite 10
Pell City, AL 35128
205-552-8200
Seth Bloomberg The Kaba Mas X-10 Certified: Monday 8am-5pm X10 is a high-security electromechanical combination lock designed to meet Federal Specification FF-L-2740B for GSA-approved containers and vault doors. It operates on self-powered "green" technology requiring no batteries. Training covers installation, operation, troubleshooting, and combination changes for authorized personnel
Seth Bloomberg LKM 10K Tuesday 8am-5pm:High Security Combination Lock Compatibility - The LKM10K Lock Series is designed to work with any standard footprint combination lock meeting Federal Specification FF-L-2740B (Kaba Mas X-10 and S&G 2740B). No modifications to the deadbolt is required.The LKM10K Lock Series comes with a strike that surrounds the dead bolt for reinforced security. As specified four strikes are available for inswing, outswing & pairs of doors. Pre this class you must have had the X10 class.
