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MPL Locksmith Training Courses
Are you looking to train as a locksmith in Leicester or enhance your current locksmith skills? Then MPL Locksmith Training is here to help with a diverse range of accredited and certified locksmith training courses!
Suitable for all experience levels, our tailor-made courses make it easy to achieve your unique goals, whether it’s developing auto locksmithing skills, improving uPVC repairs, or learning the basics of professional locksmithing.
If you’re wondering why we’re considered the best locksmith training course in Leicester, look no further than our accreditations. We remain the UK’s only City & Guilds Accredited and NCFE locksmith training provider, giving trainees the confidence that they’re learning from the most qualified and experienced master locksmiths in the nation.
For over 20 years, we have trained individuals from all walks of life, providing them with the knowledge and skills to flourish as professional locksmiths. From your initial training to your first job as a locksmith, we provide dedicated support to ensure lasting success and to help open the door to many exciting and valuable career opportunities.
So, whether you’re seeking a new career path in a thriving industry or want to expand your current locksmithing services, an MPL Training course is the perfect solution!
With various courses available to accommodate all experience levels, we make it easy to find the right training resources for your locksmithing needs.
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Why choose MPL for Locksmith Training Courses?
We are proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of locksmith security training courses, consistently receiving positive feedback from our participants. So, what makes MPL Locksmith Training the right choice for you?
We are the UK’s ONLY provider of officially Accredited City & Guilds and NCFE certified courses
Each trainer has decades of practical and theoretical experience, including being part of locksmith companies when not teaching
Comprehensive back up and support service after your course has finished, for as long as you require it
As a distributor of uPVC Door Locks, hardware and locksmith tools we are a big part of a niche market. We can give you the best locksmith training courses suited to the current best industry practice
Locksmith training courses for all levels, from beginners right up to experienced locksmiths
Bespoke courses so you can tailor the content to suit your needs
Huge variety of locksmith training courses, from basic methods of entry to the latest locksmith equipment and technology
Full support during your locksmith training course, including 24-hour access to your trainer
Group bookings are also available for housing associations, local councils, the NHS, police forces, fire and ambulance services, landlords, colleges, universities and corporate businesses
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Locksmith Training Courses by MPL
From all-inclusive 5-day locksmith courses to 3-day auto courses and 2-day access control courses, we cover all aspects of locksmithing. All the courses we provide can be specifically tailored to suit your requirements – simply contact us for details.
Looking to start a new career or retrain as a locksmith? Then ensure you start out by completing the very best training course in the UK! At MPL we are proud to be the ONLY UK training provider to offer the City & Guilds Accredited locksmiths training programme.
Our Master Locksmiths boast decades of experience and will teach you all the skills you require to get you off to a great start!
This course is ideal for those individuals who are seeking a new career as a locksmith and are brand new to the industry. Our 5-day locksmith training course covers every aspect of locksmithing.
Trained by our team of Master Locksmiths, boasting decades of industry experience, you will be provided with all the skills and knowledge to start your own business.
Our 3-day locksmith training course has been accredited by NCFE. It’s perfect for those who are new to the industry and are seeking to embark upon a new career in locksmithing.
This 3 day locksmith course covers all of the fundamental basics of locksmithing, and will provide you with a strong set of skills from which you can potentially start your own self-employed locksmith business.
This lock picking training course is perfect for advanced locksmiths who are seeking to learn how to pick high security euros and mortice locks.
To be accepted upon this course, and to gain the maximum from it, you will need to have a history of industry experience and be able to demonstrate a high level of locksmithing competency.
The MPL 1 day boarding up course is a hands-on, practical training course which covers all of the different methods of (non-destructively) boarding up doors and windows.
Boarding up is a very common service that is requested in the locksmithing industry, usually as a result of vandalism, burglary or fire damage.
Whether you’re looking to brush up on your existing locksmith skills, acquire a new skill or learn how to install a lock for the first time ever – we’ve got you covered.
Covering even more lock types and styles than our one-day course, our 2-Day Lock Installation Course delves much deeper into the world of lock installation.
Whether you are just starting out in your locksmith career, or seeking to brush up on your skills, our 1 day lock installation course will provide you with the vital skills that many locksmiths often struggle with.
Our City & Guilds Accredited Programme Specialist Auto Locksmith Training Course is ideal for those seeking a slightly different career path to standard locksmithing, or for existing locksmiths who wish to set themselves apart from their competitors.
Whether you are just starting out in your locksmith career, or seeking to brush up on your skills, our 1 day lock installation course will provide you with the vital skills that many locksmiths often struggle with.
If you are turning down uPVC work because you’re not sure how to tackle the job, then our 2 day Advanced uPVC Repair course will provide the answers you need!
This more course is ideal for existing locksmiths who are looking to enhance their uPVC skills and take on additional areas of work.
This one-day course is a fantastic investment for existing locksmiths. Covering everything you need to know to be able to replace or repair a broken tilt and turn mechanism.
Our expert tutors will also be able to go through destructive and non-destructive solutions and demonstrate how you can use these in practice.
Our 2 day Access Control course is designed specifically for locksmiths with current industry knowledge, but are seeking to widen their skillset and business service offering.
In order to be eligible for this training course, you will be required to demonstrate that you possess an existing level of working locksmithing knowledge.
Looking to expand your skillset? Want to add a new offering to your service list? Then the 1-Day Key Safe Training Course is the perfect solution for you!
We’ll cover all the essential aspects you might be called out to manage, including the Installation of Key Safes, methods for Non-Destructive Entry of Key Safes, and the Re-Coding of Key Safes.
Training with MPL
When you decide to register to train with MPL you are guaranteed a standard of integrity, knowledge and care which we believe is unmatched in the locksmith training sector.

Our Expert Trainers
At MPL Training, we are proud to say that our locksmiths are dedicated experts who know the craft like no other. We only hire master locksmiths to lead our training teams. Nobody you learn from at MPL is a textbook trainer; everyone who teaches for us is a specialist in the field who has years of experience delivering locksmithing services.
Our team stay fully up to date on the latest techniques and tricks, too, so you can learn from the best and develop the skills you need with confidence. Read the many testimonies we have received from delighted students as proof of the quality of work we provide!

Certifications
The certifications you receive by completing an MPL Locksmith Security Training course ensure you can start working ASAP.
We develop the skills you need quickly so you can walk into any job with the utmost confidence. As such, our courses are fully certified, up-to-date, and enriched with relevant, modern lessons.

Tools and Supplies
We ensure that the tools used in training are of best-in-class quality. We also sell toolkits, which include only the essential items; we avoid needless add-ons and needless extra tools.
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If you are looking for a comprehensive training service in order to pursue your career as a locksmith in Leicester, there is no better place to learn than with MPL Locksmith Training.
Thanks to our dedicated training centre based in Wakefield, we have a central place where all locksmiths looking to hone their skills can come to start their training. Our courses are perfect for beginners through to experienced locksmiths looking to learn new skills or expand on their existing ones.
Once you finish your training, though, you are not alone; we remain available 24/7 to assist you. One call to our team allows you free-of-charge access to on-demand support for any successful student. We can help you work through the challenges you face, whether you have hit a snag, need a second opinion, or want confirmation of your plan of action.
Being confused about your first job is a common part of the learning process of becoming a locksmith. We know how worrisome uncertainty can be, so we offer 24-hour support whenever you need it. That dedication to our students is unrivalled in the industry! Combined with our attention to detail in our training, as well as our constant post-training support, is why we remain the UK’s leading locksmith course training provider the UK for organisations such as; housing associations, councils, NHS, the police and private locksmithing companies!
Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill from scratch, start a new career or perhaps develop your existing locksmithing skills – we’ve got you covered!
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Huge Potential Opportunities for Trained Locksmiths in Leicester




Burglary and vehicle crime remain constant concerns in Leicester, with residents and businesses seeking effective security measures to protect their properties.
With an overall crime rate of 131 crimes per 1,000 people, Leicester is one of the most dangerous cities in Leicester. Residents face a higher risk of certain crimes in the city, including shoplifting, robbery, and criminal damage and arson. For instance, shoplifting has increased by 67% in the last 12 months, while criminal damage and arson are up over 8%, posing notable risks to businesses and properties in Leicester. Also, there were over 600 robberies in the past year, almost three times the national average, while almost 800 reports of bicycle theft are nearly four times the UK average.
As you can see, residents and businesses across Leicester face a higher risk of various crimes, leading many to seek out reliable locksmithing services to help deter theft and robberies. Therefore, training as a locksmith in Leicester promises to be a great career decision, allowing you to provide various in-demand services and generate an impressive income for you and your family.
During locksmith training in Leicester, you’ll develop essential skills to work in both the residential and commercial sectors. As a residential locksmith, you’ll help people enhance their home security through a range of services such as lock installation, lock repairs, key cutting, emergency lockouts, etc.
Commercial locksmithing involves helping businesses secure their premises to prevent theft and criminal damage. Given the prevalence of shoplifting, commercial locksmithing will be in high demand in Leicester. Typical tasks include installing alarm systems, access control systems, master key systems, etc., along with conventional locksmithing jobs like lock repairs and key duplication.
Simply put, locksmithing is an incredibly versatile career with many options available for those learning the trade. You can find steady, well-paying work throughout Leicester, whether as a self-employed locksmith or with a locksmith business, not to mention various specialist fields you can pursue, such as auto locksmithing or access control. No matter what you want to achieve as a locksmith, MPL Locksmith Training is here to help with first-class training courses in Leicester.
Call us today and start learning the locksmithing trade from the best training course providers in the UK!
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We’ve trained a huge number of students over the past 20 years; many of which are kind enough to send us some great testimonials.
Below are some examples of the feedback we receive from our training courses from both individual students and the many organisations we work with.
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At MPL Training, we take pride in delivering industry-leading locksmith courses to a wide range of sectors across the UK. For over two decades, we have supported sectors that include the NHS, police forces, housing associations, councils, property companies, and banks.
Below are some of the corporate reviews we’ve received from our valued clients.
Dave
Connect Housing
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Nicky England and MPL for the fantastic service they provided for locksmith training. At each step of the process they were courteous and very well organised. I sent 5 of my technicians on the 3 day course and it has proven to be not only an enhancement of my teams skills but also a huge saving by being able to gain entry to our housing stock non destructively.
I would recommend MPL to any other customer and give their service delivery and training methods 10/10.
Bill
Ashton Pioneer Homes

I sent two of my operatives to MPL for locksmith training. The training was excellent and they have been able to put this in to good use. It has shortened the time taken for evictions and helped us portray a more professional image in front of bailiffs and other staff.
I would highly recommend them for training and for purchasing the right tools.
Dave
Dortech Maintenance

Dortech Maintenance are delighted to be working with the team at MPL Locksmiths in the up-skilling and development of our site engineers.
We look forward to continuing to develop this partnership and would highly recommend their training courses to others.
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Are you ready to break into the biz of managing key slams, door jams, and everything in between?
From rescuing keys trapped in car boots to delivering emergency roadside assistance, this guide – a mix of wit, practicality, and wisdom will help you unlock (pun definitely intended!) exciting specialisations that can make your locksmith business profitable and fun!
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Relaxing in Leicester when not Locksmithing
Being a locksmith is a challenging job that demands focus, problem-solving skills, and long hours. In such a demanding profession, taking time to relax and recharge is essential. Spending quality time with family and friends can help restore balance and reduce stress. Here are some great ways for you to unwind in Leicester.








As the largest city and main cultural hub of the West Midlands, Leicester offers a wide range of fun things to see and do when you are not locksmithing, including:
- King Richard III Visitor Centre
Uncover one of the greatest lost-and-found stories in history! How can the grave site of an anointed King of England be lost? More to the point, after more than 500 years, how can it be found again?
- The National Space Centre
An out of this world experience awaits, where you can explore six galleries crammed full of rockets, satellites, and meteorites. Take in a show at the UK’s largest domed planetarium, and ascend the iconic 42-metre-high rocket tower.
- Leicester Museum and Art Gallery
If you want to soak up the best arts and cultural attractions in the city, look no further than Leicester Museum and Art Gallery. It houses a stunning array of exhibits and galleries, including Dinosaurs, Ancient Egypt, Victorian Art, Picasso Ceramics, and German Expressionism. It also features touring exhibitions, craft events, and a cozy café for a fun-filled day out.
- Bradgate Park
One of the oldest enclosed deer parks in the West Midlands, Bradgate Park is a beautiful outdoor space spanning 800 acres. It’s home to free-roaming deer and towering oak trees, rugged outcrops, and winding pathways, perfect for exploring a virtually untouched part of the English countryside.
- Shop the Highcross
Immerse yourself in Leicester’s biggest shopping centre which brings together over 100 brands under one roof. Here you’ll find all your favourite high street stores and designer names, as well as a host of restaurants and eateries.
- Leicester Castle
While most of Leicester Castle’s medieval structures no longer remain, the Great Hall is still standing, with some of the original 12th-century timber posts intact. Serving as a criminal court from 1821 to 1992, the Great Hall, Castle Gardens, and cellars are now open for public tours. Explore the grounds which offer some of the best scenic views of the city.
Leicester has something for everyone, from idyllic parks to pleasant pubs to historic landmarks, offering the perfect place to soak up the best of the West Midlands in England.
For more things to do in Leicester, please see:
www.visitleicester.info
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to train as a locksmith?
After your initial 3 or 5-Day training, it can usually take a further 12 months to become an experienced locksmith. You will always learn on the job, and you will always have to keep up to date with new products and industry related standards such as lock standards.
The easiest way to begin your new locksmithing career is by attending our comprehensive 3 or 5-Day Locksmith Course which is perfect for beginners who are looking to learn how to become a locksmith within one week. Many of our students have gone on to set up their own locksmithing business immediately after course completion.
I am new to locksmithing, do I need any qualifications to train as a locksmith?
Whilst you don’t need any qualifications to train, you need a desire and a commitment to learn. It always helps if you come from a manual job or background and that you’re used to working with the tools you’ll need.
What course should I take if I'm a complete beginner to locksmithing?
If you are new to locksmithing and aren’t familiar with the tools and manual work, we suggest you undertake our comprehensive 5 day City & Guilds/NCFE Specialist Courses as this will provide you extra time and any additional help you may need.
How much does locksmith training cost?
Our courses vary in price subject to course detail and training days required. Please to call us on 01924 693293 with any questions on the latest prices and availability or fill in our enquiry form.
Are your Accreditations and Certificates recognised?
We are the UK’s ONLY provider of officially Accredited City & Guilds and NCFE Certified locksmith courses. Our accreditations recognise the high standards, process and delivery of bespoke training programmes which no other provider in the UK can offer.
In addition, we also run a range of courses which upon completion students receive our MPL certificate, which because we are the largest training provider in the UK is recognised throughout the industry as the gold standard.
Do I have to be a member of any trade organisations?
No, these organisations tend to be private Ltd companies who are attempting to charge for membership. It is not compulsory to be a member; at the time of writing there are no governing bodies in this industry in the UK.

Why not take advantage of our Competitive Finance Packages?
Looking to attend one of our courses? We can help to make it financially viable, with one of our highly competitive, tailored finance packages.
We work in partnership with Ideal4Finance and appreciate that when it comes to retraining, different finance options are often helpful. Ideal4Finance offer a range of competitive personal loans enabling you to purchase MPL Locksmith Training Courses and tools in excess of £1000.
*MPL Locksmith Training Ltd’ is an introducer appointed representative of Ideal Sales Solutions Ltd T/A Ideal4Finance. Ideal Sales Solutions is a credit broker and not a lender FRN 703401. Finance available subject to status. Loans of 25000 and above available on a secured basis. Think carefully before securing other debts against your home. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or any other debt secured on it.
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Location and Transport Links
Our purpose built training centre is located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, with easy access from major transport links across the UK.
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1 Thornes Office Park
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By Train
From Major Cities
- London: Catch a direct train from London’s King’s Cross Station to Wakefield Westgate in under 2 hours.
- Birmingham: Enjoy quick connections from Birmingham New Street to Wakefield Westgate in approximately 90 minutes.
- Other Routes: Wakefield is well-served by major rail routes, ensuring a stress-free journey.
From the Train Station
Wakefield Westgate Train Station is the closest major station, located approximately 8 minutes by taxi from MPL Locksmith & Security Training. Alternatively, local buses and rideshare options are available on a regular basis for added convenience.
Save on Tickets
Plan ahead and save money by booking tickets in advance via Western Railway or other ticketing platforms. Advanced fares from London start as low as £25 return.
Embark on a comfortable and hassle-free train journey to attend your training at MPL Locksmith & Security Training!

By Air
Nearest Airport
The closest airport to MPL Locksmith & Security Training is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), located approximately 21 miles away.
Alternative Airports
- Manchester Airport (MAN): Just 50 miles from Wakefield, offering a wide range of domestic and international flights.
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA): Around 27 miles away, providing additional travel options.
Getting from the Airport
- Taxi: Approximately 40 minutes drive to Wakefield center.
- Public Transport: Regular bus services and train connections from Leeds city center make the journey easy.

Curated by
Elizabeth Whincup | Business Development Mananger
With a keen eye for growth opportunities and a passion for professional skills development, Elizabeth plays a pivotal role in expanding our training programs, forging strategic partnerships, and ensuring aspiring locksmiths receive the very best training experience with MPL. Dedicated to empowering our students with the skills they need to enjoy a successful locksmithing career, Elizabeth is committed to driving excellence across the business.
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