This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required of a locksmithing tradesperson within the locksmithing industry.

This qualification must be undertaken through a Training Contract associated with an Australian Trade Apprenticeship, or through formal trade recognition assessment processes.

The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of locksmithing work, including undertaking the repair, manufacture and installation of locking and security systems in domestic, automotive and industrial applications.

This qualification is designed to provide an industry recognised skills profile related to trade work as a locksmithing tradesperson.

Assessment of some units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate's performance in a functioning workplace where there is a sufficient range of appropriate tasks and materials to cover the scope of application of those units. All outcomes must reflect the standard of performance inherent in the job.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. However, in some jurisdictions units in this qualification may require a license or relate to regulatory requirements. Licensing and regulatory information is included in the relevant units of competency.