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3D Group's Training Academy

Institute of the Motor Industry - Approved Centre

Launch your career or elevate your expertise at the 3D Group Training Academy. We provide the UK’s most comprehensive auto locksmith training courses, curated for both absolute beginners and expert professionals looking to stay ahead in 2026. From mastering Lishi lock picking and non-destructive vehicle entry to advanced transponder programming and EEPROM data extraction, our curriculum is built on real-life scenarios.

UPCOMING COURSES

All courses are held at our IMI approved Nottingham centre.

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Introduction to Automotive Locksmithing

Beginner
IMI Accredited
Hands-on with Variety
Tools covered: Mr Li picks, Autel 508 & 608, Autel XP400, Xhorse Key Tool Plus, KeyDIY KD-MAX & KDX4, Lonsdor K518 Pro, TrueCode, Kukai Alpha Pro
June 15th 2026
10 day
Max 6 participants
£2,150.00 +VAT
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Lock Picking & Decoding Training Short Course

Beginner
IMI Certified
Hands-on with Pick Boards
Tools covered: Mr Li
November 11th 2026
1 day
Max 6 participants
£350.00 +VAT
BOOK November 11th 2026 VIEW DETAILS
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Lock Picking & Decoding Training Course

Advanced
IMI Certified
Hands-on with Pick Boards & Vehicles
Tools covered: Mr Li
June 10th 2026
2 days
Max 6 participants
£450.00 +VAT £500.00
MORE DATES
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Mercedes-Benz Xhorse Training Course

Advanced
IMI Certified
Hands-on with Mercedes-Benz
Tools covered: Xhorse key tool plus / VVDI
July 9th 2026
1 day
Max 6 participants
£350.00 +VAT
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ACDP2 - FEM Training Course

Advanced
IMI Certified
Hands-on with Bench test platforms
Tools covered: ACDP 2
July 10th 2026
1 day
Max 6 participants
£315.00 +VAT £350.00
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VAG Xhorse Training Course

Advanced
IMI Certified
Hands-on with VAG
Tools covered: Xhorse Key Tool Plus / VVDI
July 8th 2026 2 spots remaining
1 day
Max 6 participants
£315.00 +VAT £350.00
BOOK July 8th 2026 MORE DATES

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Training academy and detailed tool insights.

Stay tuned for upcoming webinars. We host them regularly throughout the year. Be sure to check in so you don’t miss out.

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TUTORIALS

Click below to see tutorials on programming, diagnostics and more.

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Locksmith Awards 2025 Winner

Training Initiative Of The Year

Locksmith Awards 2025 Winner

Auto locksmith Supplier Of The Year

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