OverviewAbout this course
Unlock your potential to become a sought-after locksmith in commercial, industrial and residential settings. Safeguard homes, manage complex security systems and use up-to-date technology to ensure the safety of people and property.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Install and program security equipment and systems
Maintain and service mechanical locking systems
Produce keys
Assemble and test lock mechanisms
Gain entry and reinstate fire, security and automotive locking systems
Perform site security surveys
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Experience in solving key locksmithing challenges
Gain customer and industry relationships
Strong pathways to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Apprenticeship
Be employed as an apprentice in the industry
Register with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) who will support your application
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Problem-solving skills
An aptitude for working with your hands to perform installations and repairs
Teamwork and collaboration skills
Effective communication
Reliability
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Locksmith
Locksmiths install and maintain locks and related security devices and systems.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
90%
Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.
1,000 workers
Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.
38 years
Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.
$1,040
Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.
43 hours
Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.
Medium
Gender share
4% female
Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.
Strong Growth
Other jobs include: commercial locksmith, institutional locksmith, mobile locksmith, master key specialist and security consultant.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Locksmithing does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate III in Locksmithing does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Locksmithing qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 96 weighting points, including 33 core and 63 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Undertake manual handlingMEM11011
Interpret technical drawingMEM09002
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practicesMSMENV272
Perform computationsMEM12024
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