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How to Become a Locksmith in Tennessee

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Any individual or company that wants to practice locksmithing in the state of Tennessee must be licensed by the Tennessee Locksmithing Licensing Program.

Tennessee

The general requirements to be licensed in Tennessee are as follows:

  • Submit a completed application
  • Pay the application fee ($75)
  • Provide fingerprints for a background check ($60)
  • Provide criminal history
  • Provide photos for an identification card
  • Obtain at least 30 hours of basic locksmith training
  • Take and pass the locksmith examination
  • Pay the license fee ($25)
  • Pay the identification card fee ($25)

Table of Contents

  • The Application Process
    • 3 Best Locksmith Schools in Tennessee
  • Salary
    • Average Salary of Locksmiths in Tennessee
    • Regional Salary in Tennessee
  • A Few Other Notes

The Application Process

You can download an application here: https://www.tn.gov/commerce/regboards/locksmiths.html

(The above link can also be used to locate approved training providers, which we’ll discuss more below)

Complete the application in its entirety.

Ensure that three (3) sets of fingerprint cards are included in the application along with all applicable fees mentioned in the checklist above.

Once you submit the application you’ll need to complete the locksmith examination, which you can find at PSI Exams Online.

Please note that if you can provide proof of five (5) years of locksmith experience you may be exempt from taking the examination.

After the Tennessee Locksmith Licensing Program is notified of your examination results they will get in contact with you to complete anything outstanding on your application.

This process typically takes four (4) to six (6) weeks.

3 Best Locksmith Schools in Tennessee

School Name Address
The Locksmith School of America Online
Ops Locks Tennessee
Penn Foster Online

Salary

Annual Salary Range:
$43K
$49K
$54K

Average Salary of Locksmiths in Tennessee

City Name Salary
Chattanooga $48,519
Johnson City $46,758
Clarksville $48,199
Kingsport $46,972
Franklin $50,121
Knoxville $48,946
Germantown $49,854
Memphis $50,014
Murfreesboro $49,907
Nashville $50,281
* Salary information last updated 2025

Regional Salary in Tennessee

Region Employed Avg. Annual Salary Avg. Hourly Pay Top 10% Annual Salary Bottom 10% Annual Salary
Memphis, TN-MS-AR90$49,340$23.72$79,030$27,370
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN110$54,870$26.38$94,370$29,670
* Salary information based on the May 2023 Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) Survey for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers, OCC Code 49-9094, BLS.
* Employment conditions in your area may vary.

A Few Other Notes

License renewal is mandatory and occurs every two (2) years.

In addition, you must make sure to submit at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education units (CEUs) to the Program or you may violate your license.

For any more information about the Tennessee legislature take a look at the Tennessee General Assembly website.

Featured Online Program
Penn Foster Request Info Select Program:
  • Locksmith & Home Security Technician
Program Details:
  • Getting a career diploma in as little as 2 months.
  • Gain experience with practical exercises and interactive assignments.
  • Learn how to identify, create, and duplicate keys.
  • Learn to work with several types of locks including safes, valuts, and auto.
  • and more...
Sponsored

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