FAQ

Can I visit the Cornwall and Devon Locksmith Training campus?

Yes you can, we have a lock lab that your welcome to visit, have a chat with our instructor by appointment only. We can also arrange to video call you, show you around via video and go over your options, budget etc.

Our lock lab is set in a holiday park which means we have access to a working business. You will encounter real locks and doors on games rooms to arcades through to the bar, shop shutters, office based locks to our residential buildings, cottages etc that have composite doors to UPVC doors and windows.

We have toilet blocks with radar key based locks to wheel locks, caravan locks, roof boxes to sheds and out buildings and much more, We have every lock that you need to train on!

Who are the instructors for the locksmith training courses?

Our instructors are experienced locksmiths and business professionals who have been carefully selected based on their expertise in both fields. Each instructor has either a PTLLS in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector or the new AET level 3 Award in Education and Training This nationally recognized qualification carries 12 QCF credits which is the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) and demonstrates our competence and readiness to work as a teacher, trainer, or tutor in various educational settings.

But our head coach who delivers all of the course is Steven J Taylor, a 3rd generation master locksmith, level 6 LTTA certified locksmith who has operated a locksmith business for longer than a decade and earned over £55k per year to eb able to deliver such training in locksmith and the business aspects of the course.

Can I consult with my instructor about my progress in the online program?

Absolutely! Its all one to one training and we are always available to assist you with any questions or concerns, if you are stuck etc.

All online training is simple to follow with easy to watch videos, manuals you can download along with eBooks.

We are also on video call to help guide you if your stuck and we can even arrange for you to visit us again for a day or two if your really stuck!

But we are always there for our students!

What payment options are available for the locksmith training program?

We offer a deposit service where you can place a deposit to secure your course. This is none refundable if you cancelled as that deposit lets us secure your tools and training aids. Once the deposit is paid you have until 30 days before your course to pay in full.

This will give you plenty of time!

You can pay by bank transfer, you can also pay via credit card. We will contact you will all the official paperwork before hand!

Can I bring my partner and child?

Yes, we offer accommodation as part of the training business packages and you can bring p to 4 people. That's two adults and two children but we can also arrange for a 6 birth holiday rental.

We also have pet friendly accommodation available for up to 2 dogs.

If you have a motorhome or campervan then your welcome to bring that.

Can we arrange pick up and drop of from Newquay Airport?

Yes, we can offer 2 adults and 2 children pick up from Newquay Airport and drop off at Newquay airport as part of the package. We just need to know your arrival date and time and we will pick you and your luggage up!

Once on site we have bus stops outside the holiday park, we also have local taxi services and the pubs, shop and train are a short 5 minutes of walking from the holiday park and lock lab location!

Terms and Conditions

We have a series of terms that each student must sign before we can train them, One part of that is to protect our business and stop our methods been sold on, reproduced etc.

We will not train anyone that does not sign our terms and conditions.

Criminal Record

We can't train people with criminal convictions but you can still apply. We need to fill out an online form that the Guild of Master Locksmiths UK will use with UKVS UK Vetting Service inline with House of Commons for national security. In some cases they can refuse a application based on convocations for abuse, theft, knife crime, weapons and so on.

However its unlikely a drunk and disorderly conviction would count again you but it depends on the crime and if its spent or unspent.

Why do you only take 4 students each term?

That is only on our locksmith courses that included the business training. Its simply down to time and how long it takes to setup a business. As you can imagine, setting up 4 full operational and successful businesses each term is hard work and take almost an entire year.

We are also very selective on who we take on to the business course programs. We will only take on students that are guaranteed to become successful through there own drive and passion.

We can't risk our reputation on someone that will fail, who will not try.

Do you take funded applications?

Yes and no. It depends on the student. For us money comes second, first comes our reputation. We could take many funded applications if it was all about the money but its not. Its about quality!

This is why we do not always allow funded applicants into the program unless they can show us that they will see the training through. We find funded applicants don't have the same level of interest as people who are self funding.

They can be passive and not as driven as people who have had to work hard and save the money! Its really that simple. We like our students to be hungry and want to succeed.

How hands on are the courses

Its 100% hands on, yes it has a light theory to explain what we will be doing. We may watch a video on the subject first to give you instructions or a better understanding for what we will be doing. But its all hands on.

You will be hands on all tools from technical tools like lock picks to wood working tools. You will be fitting, removing locks and hardware, gaining entry to failed locks and hardware to gaining entry to high security locks and hardware.

You will have to ware protection such as glasses and face masks when cutting wood, ear defenders, gloves etc.

What clothing should I bring?

You should bring work clothing that you will work in, this things like work pants, boots or footwear, work tops like polo shirts etc.

However Newquay can be very hot in the summer months so also bring summer clothing or dress for the season. The lock lab is a warm facility.

If you plan to enjoy Newquay in your down time then beachwear is common, wetsuit if you want to go swimming in the sea or surfing after work.

But please just dress for the season and bring cloths for going for a meal at the pub.

Bedding and Towels?

We can supply bedding and towels if your require them as your are flying down to Newquay or you can opt to bring you own bedding, pillows and towels.

The accommodation is self catering so please bring toothbrush, bathroom items, food and drinks etc.

Self Catering Accommodation

Yes this is self catering, please bring things like.

Food
Drinks
Milk
Tea, coffee, sugar
Loo role!

Can I just do the training? No accommodation?

Yes, we offer bespoke packages for people that want just the training. If you want 2, 3 or 5 days or more of training then we can do that. You can add tools stock or not. You do not need to have the accommodation and we can create a bespoke course to work with your requirements.

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