Training – Locksmithing | Québec métiers d'avenir

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

This program trains students to work with the various mechanisms used to secure buildings and increase convenience of access. Locksmiths work for locksmith and retail companies, public establishments or are self-employed.

Duration : 1 290 Hours

IMPORTANT: Given IRCC's current mesures regarding the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), it is likely that this training will not be eligible for the PGWP. This situation could change at any time depending on immigration announcements and adjustments.

academic
prerequisites

SCHOLARITY LEVEL : Quebec's Secondary 4th (France's Second) or equivalent
LANGUAGE LEVEL :
The level of language required varies according to the training center chosen.

* The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

JOB
PROSPECTS

Locksmith

Lock salesperson

Lock consultant

Institutional locksmith

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EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS PROVIDING TRAINING

Centre de formation professionnelle Léonard-De Vinci
Montréal, Montréal
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DURATION : 12 Months
CLASSES START : January 12 2026
COSTS : 20 529,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Legend Welcoming services

Integrating into the community

— Practical tour of the city and help with initial purchases
— Contact with local aid organizations

Reception on arrival

— Reception at airport, bus terminal or train station

Integrating into the school system

— School tour and twinning with another student
— Monthly follow-up with the student

Integrating the family

— Referral to employment agencies for your spouse
— Help with child daycare or school registration
— Information on family social activities

General information and administrative follow-up

— Direct contact with a resource person
— Registration, information and provision of mandatory health insurance card
— Explanation of the Centre’s teaching techniques and operations

Accommodation

— Reserving temporary accommodation prior to arrival
— Help with finding permanent accommodation

Note: Services may vary slightly from one training centre to another.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Assess clients’ needs.
Install, maintain, correct, unlock, replace and repair locking devices.
Develop and manage regular and controlled master key systems.
Cut lock keys (printing, reproduction or code).
Configure and program electronic keys or locks.
Install and replace architectural hardware units.
Provide expert advice.

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TRAINING CONTENT

Competency statement

HOURS

Prevent risks to health, safety and physical integrity

Determine their suitability for the occupation and the training process

Cut keys

Process information related to plans, specifications and sketches

Modify common barrels

Create a master key system

Install and repair architectural and protection hardware

Install and repair mechanical locking systems

Perform administrative tasks

Install electric locks and electromagnetic devices

Install digital and electronic locks

Repair North American car locking systems

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Modify special mechanism barrels

Repair car locking systems designed for non-North American use

Communicate with clients

Sell lock-related products and services

Repair padlocks

Repair the locking systems of motorized vehicles other than cars

Repair locks on safes and lever locks

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