Hello AR-15.co,

My name is Thomas, and I currently reside in sunny South Florida. Some might think that is fine and dandy, which for some it may be. However for me it is not.

I just started looking into Trinidad State Junior College's gunsmithing program that they have. However for this to be a realistic possibility for me I would need to be able to find work so I could pay rent, and live off of.

Normally I would attempt to live on campus and try to get it paid for with financial aide. However I am 23 years old and I have been in a relationship for the past 7 years and lived with my girlfriend for the past 5 1/2. So as you can see us not living together is not an option. Not to mention my dog Dixi, shes not going anywhere either.

I have been working security here in florida the past 2 1/2 years and I am ready to further my education and find a career. Basically I am hoping to find advice from people who have possibly gone to TSJC Gunsmithing, or possibly CSOT Gunsmithing who can tell me how much time the classes are going to occupy (would working and going to school be possible?). Also would finding a place to rent, and a job to provide money for rent, food, electric, ect. be possible or is the job market at a standstill? (i know the state of our economy and the unemployment rate im just wondering if it is significantly worse in Co. then lets say Fl.

Any advice, and all advice will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Thomas D.