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Locksmith Training Course Catalog

Browse our five automotive courses below. Domestic locksmith training has its own separate section and course pages.

Looking for Advanced Masterclasses?
Our Advanced Lishi, VAG Course, and BMW Course are advanced level masterclasses created specifically for experienced locksmiths wanting to broaden their horizons.
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Foundation 2 Days

Introduction to Auto Locksmithing

The complete gateway curriculum for beginners and mechanics. Master automotive keys, transponders (ID46, ID48, Megamos, DST80), OBD key programming, key cloning, and electronic key cutting.

Beginners Welcome
Live Workshop Vehicles
Core Modules:
Day 1: Basic lock picking, transponders, key generation, cloning & CNC cutting
Day 2: Programming in spare keys & All Keys Lost (AKL) procedures
OBD diagnostics using Autel, OBDSTAR & Smart Pro
Non-destructive entry, clean opening tools & techniques
Course Fee £1,300
Syllabus
Skill Builder 1 Day

Entry Level Lishi Picking & Decoding

Dedicated hands-on picking workshop. Learn tension control, wafer interrogation, and direct decode reading to pick open popular vehicles and cut replacement keys on site in minutes.

All Levels
2-in-1 Tools Provided
Core Modules:
Mechanics of automotive wafers, springs & sidebars
HU66 (VAG), HU100 (Vauxhall/GM), HU101 (Ford/Volvo), SIP22 (Fiat)
Reading lock grids, false gates & accurate depth decoding
Direct cut-to-code workflow on CNC key cutters
Ignition picking differences vs door cylinders
Course Fee £350
Syllabus
Advanced Masterclass 1 Day

Advanced Lishi Picking Masterclass

For experienced locksmiths wanting to conquer complex and modern locks. Master VAG HU162T (8, 9, 10 cut) picking and decoding, VA6, HY22, TOY48, KIA7, and Ford HU198.

For Experienced Locksmiths
HU162T (8/9/10), VA6, HU198
Advanced Techniques:
VAG HU162T 8-cut, 9-cut, and 10-cut picking, decoding & sidebar reading
PSA & Renault VA6 laser track picking and decoding
Hyundai & Kia HY22 and KIA7 split/quad wafer manipulation
Toyota TOY48 & modern Ford HU198 direct cut-to-code
Decoding heavily worn locks without cylinder removal
Course Fee £400
Syllabus
Advanced Masterclass 1 Day

VAG Specialist Masterclass

The definitive immobilizer training for VW, Audi, SEAT, and Škoda. Covers all VAG from UDS, MQB4.5, MQB48, BCM 1 & 2, MQB49 / 5C / 5D, 5M/MLB, and All Keys Lost (AKL) for each.

For Experienced Locksmiths
UDS, MQB & 5M/MLB
Advanced Techniques:
All VAG from UDS dashboard clusters to MQB4.5 and MQB48
Audi BCM 1 & BCM 2 bench reading & dealer key preparation
MQB49, 5C, 5D virtual cockpit systems & 5M/MLB platform
Component Security (CS) extraction & sync with ECU/TCU
Complete All Keys Lost (AKL) procedures for every platform
Course Fee £400
Syllabus
Advanced Masterclass 1 Day

BMW Specialist Masterclass

Dedicated high-level training for BMW & Mini immobilizer architectures. Covers EWS, CAS3++, FEM/BDC, BDC2, BDC3, engine DME/DDE ISN reading, and All Keys Lost (AKL) for all.

For Experienced Locksmiths
CAS3++, FEM/BDC & BDC2/3
Advanced Techniques:
EWS & CAS3++ ISTAP encryption downgrade and decoding
FEM/BDC, BDC2, and BDC3 bench pre-processing and test platform sync
DME/DDE ISN extraction from Bosch & Continental engine management
Virgin key preparation and test rig validation before car install
Complete All Keys Lost (AKL) recovery workflow for all platforms
Course Fee £400
Syllabus
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Domestic Locksmith Training

Domestic training is separate from the automotive courses and has its own course details, packages and 12-month support.

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Automotive Courses

Compare the 5 Auto Courses

Compare the automotive course levels, durations and hardware requirements.

Course Name Level Duration Prerequisites Key Hardware Used Price
Introduction Course Foundation 2 Days None (Beginners Welcome) Autel, OBDSTAR, Dolphin, reach tools £1,300
Entry Level Lishi Picking Skill Builder 1 Day None or basic locksmith intro Genuine Lishi HU66, HU100, HU101, SIP22 £350
Advanced Lishi Picking Advanced 1 Day Basic Lishi experience required HU162T (8/9/10), VA6, HY22, TOY48, KIA7, HU198 £400
VAG Specialist Masterclass Advanced 1 Day Experienced auto locksmith / Intro grad UDS, MQB4.5, MQB48, BCM 1&2, MQB49/5C/5D, 5M/MLB £400
BMW Specialist Masterclass Advanced 1 Day Experienced auto locksmith / Intro grad EWS, CAS3++, FEM/BDC, BDC2, BDC3, ISN & AKL £400