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Radford M Locklin Technical College

Milton, Florida · Public technical college

Welding schoolsElectrician schoolsPharmacy technician programsLPN / LVN programsAuto mechanic schoolsCulinary & pastry schoolsHVAC schoolsPlumbing schools
63%completion rate · Florida avg 71%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$33,574median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$35,997median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$9,088annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 5330 Berryhill Rd, Milton, FL 32570 · Phone: 85098357003632 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Radford M Locklin Technical College is a public trade school in Milton, Florida, offering welding, electrician, and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Radford M Locklin Technical College has a 63.2% completion rate, below Florida's 70.5% state average, and median earnings of $35,997 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Radford M Locklin Technical College is $9,088, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid. About 18.4% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Radford M Locklin Tec… Radford M Locklin Tec…: 63.2% 63.2% Florida average Florida average: 70.5% 70.5% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$39,200$50,640$60,600
Electricians$38,190$57,250$61,900
Pharmacy technicians$35,760$43,590$47,570
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$50,450$61,770$64,710
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$31,970$48,260$62,990
Chefs and head cooks$31,920$58,240$75,840
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$38,370$56,670$63,620
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters$38,940$52,910$62,820

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 1–2 years 16 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 14 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 14 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 12 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 11 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 6 not reported not reported not reported
Culinary Arts and Related Services Certificate, 1–2 years 4 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 4 not reported not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 2–4 years 3 not reported not reported not reported
Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services Certificate, 2–4 years 2 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.

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About this school

Radford M Locklin Technical College is a public trade and career-training campus in Milton, Florida. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs. The college awards credentials across 10 program families, most commonly welding schools, electrician schools, and pharmacy technician programs.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 63.2%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,997. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $9,088. About 18.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.

This campus, located in a fringe rural setting, primarily serves students in hands-on, program-specific trade tracks like welding, electrical work, and pharmacy technician training rather than broad academic degrees. The mix of technical programs suggests a fit for career changers seeking focused, skills-based training, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status and review current outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or by contacting the school.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Radford M Locklin Technical College offers 10 program families, most notably welding schools, electrician schools, and pharmacy technician programs.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the college is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a status listed as Accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 63.2%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,997, per federal data.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

Annual cost of attendance is listed at $9,088.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a public institution, which can affect tuition rates and eligibility for certain state-based aid programs.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?136659.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The campus offers focused technical programs like welding and electrician training, which may suit career changers seeking hands-on skills, though specific fit details are not reported in federal data.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific requirements.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Radford M Locklin Technical College by phone at 85098357003632 or visit their website at https://www.locklintech.com/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for regional comparisons.

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.

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