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Paul D Camp Community College
Franklin, Virginia · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 100 N College Dr, Franklin, VA 23851 · Phone: (757) 569-6700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paul D Camp Community College is a public community college in Franklin, Virginia, offering electrician, HVAC, and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by SACS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Paul D Camp Community College has a 35.7% completion rate, below the state average of 57.1%, with median graduate debt of $6,880 and median earnings of $36,031 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school does participate in federal financial aid programs, and 28.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $40,780 | $62,900 | $78,190 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,760 | $59,730 | $73,440 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,580 | $64,920 | $74,540 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $42,520 | $59,180 | $65,400 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Paul D Camp Community College is a public community college located in Franklin, Virginia, in a distant-town setting. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for coursework. It holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and, for its nursing program, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Among its trade offerings, the college most commonly awards credentials in electrician training, HVAC, and LPN/LVN nursing programs, drawing from a total of five program families across the campus.
Federal data show a completion rate of 35.7%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,880, and the median earnings for former students ten years after entry stand at $36,031. About 28.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 613 undergraduates and 24 recent trade-program completers, this is a smaller campus offering short, credential-focused paths in skilled trades and healthcare support that may suit adult students or career changers seeking a shorter route into hands-on work, though program-length details themselves are not reported here. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status, program length, and costs directly with the school and verify federal outcome data through the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Paul D Camp Community College offers programs across five families, most notably electrician training, HVAC, and LPN/LVN nursing programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing program also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 35.7%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,880, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for former students ten years after entry are $36,031.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (757) 569-6700 or visit pdc.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal aid compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to ask about specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official federal outcome data for this school at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?233037.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of short credential programs in trades like electrician, HVAC, and nursing support may appeal to career changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by field and are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly to learn about specific certification or licensure needed for programs like LPN or electrician work.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paul D Camp Community College at (757) 569-6700 or through its website at https://www.pdc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.