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Lifelong Learning

for a Successful Workforce

Building tomorrow’s workforce in
southwestern Pennsylvania through early
childhood development, employment and
training, education, and business services.

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Who we are

Founded in 1983, the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. (PIC), is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates employment, education, and training programs in southwestern Pennsylvania. PIC assists youth, adults, dislocated workers, and the economically disadvantaged in reaching their educational goals, supporting their family growth, and obtaining training and employment.

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Our Mission

Building tomorrow’s workforce in southwestern Pennsylvania through early childhood development, employment and training, education, and business services.

We support this Mission by:

Providing assistance to employers to meet their workforce needs.
Identifying and removing employment barriers for individuals and families.
Committing to a holistic approach in education, empowerment, and lifelong learning.

Our Vision

Strengthening the economy by improving the quality of life in southwestern Pennsylvania. We strive for lifelong learning for a successful workforce in the region.

Our Values

We strive for the highest level of performance and excellence in all we do. This means meeting all contractual, programmatic, and fiscal goals on an individual, team, and corporate basis.
We endeavor to have the best possible relationship with all our stakeholders – funders, local communities, customers, employees, and collaborators – by being responsive to their needs, treating them with respect, and exceeding their expectations.
We do so with the commitment, enthusiasm, flexibility, positive attitude, proactive approach, and teamwork necessary for continual success.

PIC Welcome Committee News: Early Childhood Mental Health – It’s Never Too Early to Start Intervention!

by | November 17, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Mental Health Starts in the Womb Mental health is a very important and pervasive concept in today’s world, often highlighting its importance during teenage years, and into adulthood/end of life.  In our line of work, we understand that not only does mental health...
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PIC Welcome Committee News: November is National Career Development Month!

by | November 14, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Building Skills. Strengthening Connections. Shaping Futures at PIC                 By:  PIC Welcome Committee – Amy Lanz, Marette Simpson, Hannah Smail November is National Career Development Month, a time to reflect on how we continue to grow in our professions and...
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Science in action!

by | November 4, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

At PIC's Monessen Family Center after-school program, the kids got hands-on with the glowing world of chemistry by exploring glow sticks. They learned how a simple snap mixes chemicals to create that magical glow—and why it keeps shining without any batteries!...
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Winter Predictions: What Nature Might Be Telling Us

by | November 4, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Every fall we start hearing the same questions. Are the woolly bear caterpillars darker this year? Are the acorns heavier? Are the leaves falling early? For generations, people have looked to nature for clues about the winter ahead. Some of these ideas are just for...
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PIC Attends United Way’s Women United Breakfast

by | October 16, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

On October 7, 2025, members of the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. had the privilege of attending the Women United Breakfast, hosted by the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania. This inspiring event brought together women leaders, donors, and...
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Head Start of Fayette County has partnered with WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital for the Infant and Child Safety Program

by | October 13, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Within Fayette County, transportation is a significant barrier that keeps children from being seen by doctors and dentists. In addition to providing bus transportation for the children enrolled at Head Start, the program also allows staff to request company vehicles...
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HS/EHS of Fayette County Alphabet Safari Parent Engagement Event

by | November 26, 2025 | Articles | 0 Comments

Families enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start of Fayette County were invited to “Alphabet Safari” held at the Lemont Furnace Head Start Center on November 19, 2025. The theme of the event was to focus on language and literacy skills from the program’s school...
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Tips for Cold and Flu Season

by | November 20, 2025 | Articles | 0 Comments

As we enter the holiday season, we also enter the cold and flu season.  Let’s face it, no one enjoys being sick so here are some common reminders about when you or your children should stay home from work or school. Fever- a fever over 100.4 Vomiting – more than 2...
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PIC’s Valor to Value Program Meets Enrollment Numbers

by | November 13, 2025 | Articles | 0 Comments

In April 2025, the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. was awarded the Veteran Employment Program Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. The grant, which runs from April 1, 2025, to November 30, 2026, has already seen...
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