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
March 13th & 14th, 2026
Electronic Access Control Certification Class
Alabama Locksmith Warehouse
1607 Martin St. S. Suite 8
Pell City, Al 35128 Barbara@locksmithala.org
A.J. Doody: Electronic Access Control or electro-mechanical lock systems is important to all locksmiths, the world is constantly changing and more and more customers ware wanting to control their hardware electrically, it is the future of locksmithing. This class will explore the basics of electronic access control It is designed for individuals who have some understanding of electronics and proper wiring techniques. We will look at available choices and how to select the appropriate hardware for different applications.
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
April 9th & 10th
October 9th& 10th
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
April 9th & 10th
VSP Certification {Vehicle Security Professional}
1607 Martin Street South Suite 10
Pell City, Al 35128 205-552-8200
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The Next Big Thing is Trade Show April 18th, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton
8 Perimeter Park S, Birmingham, AL 35243
(205) 967-2700
Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/alalocksmithassociation2026
All classes are $ 25.00 an hour
Instructed by Jeremy Crocker (CAL, CRL, CFL, CAI) • Automotive Transponders Explained Friday April 17th 12am - 4pm 4 hours
Join ALOA-certified instructor Jeremy Crocker as he demystifies the world of automotive transponders! In this course, you’ll get a deep dive into the different types of transponder chips on the market, learn which chips works with which remotes, and also learn how to write them, reuse them, and more!
Instructor Joey Jackson Framon/Blue Dog Keys Friday April 17th 10am-11am 1 hour
Travel Trailers, RV's and Campers with Blue Dog Keys illustrated
Instructor Steven Gaudette for Lock Labs Friday April 17th 8am - 5pm 8 Hours
Designed for those new to Auto Key programming. This course covers the fundamentals of programming vehicle keys using the AutoProPAD. Topics include an overview of automotive key types, transponder systems, immobilizer basics, add-a-key vs all-keys-lost, tool setup, software navigation, supported vehicle verification and best practices.
Instructor Brian Suggs for Key Innovations and OEM Friday April 17th 8am- 5pm (hour lunch) 8 hours
What does OEM have to do with making keys to cars and how do they work. What different equipment do you use on the different types of cars, come find out.
Instructor Lee Schofield Dormakaba/Door Closure & Operator and Cylindrical & Mortise Thursday April 16th 8am-5pm (hour lunch) Upon completion this course you will be able to: Know the capabilities of BEST’s Surface Door Closers Know the applications and competitive advantages of BEST’s Surface Door Closers Understand the nomenclature required to order the product 8 hours
Instructor Lee Schofield Dormakaba Best Pinning/Master keying Friday April 17th 8am-5pm (hour lunch) 8 Hours
$ 450.00
