Lock School Curriculum — 30 Lessons

Module 1 Foundations

Introduction to the Locksmith Trade How a Pin Tumbler Lock Actually Works Your First Pick Set Explained Tension Control — The Most Important Skill Single Pin Picking Fundamentals Raking and When to Use It Identifying Lock Types on a Job Site Customer ID Verification and Legal Safety Pricing Your First Jobs Without Undercharging Building Your Starter Toolkit on a Budget

Module 2 Residential And Commercial

Residential Rekey Step by Step Kwikset SmartKey Rekey Procedure Schlage Deadbolt Rekey Procedure Mortise Lock Fundamentals Commercial Master Key Systems Installing Grade 1 Commercial Deadbolts Property Management Contracts Smart Lock Installation and Troubleshooting Emergency Lockout Response Protocol Quoting a Multi-Unit Rekey Job

Module 3 Automotive And Business

Automotive Locksmithing Overview Key Cutting by Code and VIN Transponder Key Programming Basics Ford PATS Key Programming GM VATS Key Programming Honda Immobilizer Key Programming Starting Your LLC and Getting Bonded Building a Locksmith Marketing Funnel Your First Google Business Profile The 90-Day Graduation Checklist

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