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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.

DADS MATTER: Changing the lives of fathers/father figures

by | June 27, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

There is something satisfying about helping those in need who are working toward turning their lives around and building stronger relationships with their families. My name is Tishala M. Cooley, and as the Project Supervisor of Private Industry Council’s DADS MATTER...
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Pre-K Counts at Latrobe Elementary School: Polar Express Day

by | June 9, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Every December we have Polar Express Day in our Pre-K classroom. During this time, we are working on our Box Study, a box is so much more than just a box. This activity connects home and school together. We have families along with their children create/decorate a...
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Fayette County Head Start/Early Head Start’s Munch, Mingle and Move 2025 End of School Year Event

by | June 2, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Head Start/Early Head Start of Fayette County held their 19th annual Munch, Mingle, and Move Event on May 22, 2025 at the Fayette County Fairgrounds in Dunbar, Pennsylvania.  The event is based on educating families on good health/nutrition habits. The 19th annual...
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Digital Literacy Lab Hours at PIC Fayette County Location

by | May 23, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

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Exciting news from DADS MATTER!

by | May 13, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Fatherhood TIES Researchers from New York, NY and San Francisco, CA visited PIC-Greensburg on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 & Thursday, May 8, 2025. On-site interviews (face-to-face and audio recording) were conducted with DADS MATTER designated staff. The intent of the...
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Spring Adventures at Springfield Pre-K

by | May 7, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

We have been very busy at Springfield Pre-K. Between the cold and rainy days, we’ve had a few nice warm days heading outside to our playground and take a few walks. This year’s Family Reading Night’s theme was “Bloom into Reading” and we had several families...
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CareerLink of Fayette County Engages Interns at 2025 Experience Works Plus Summit

by | June 30, 2025 | Articles | 0 Comments

On June 25, 2025, CareerLink of Fayette County had the privilege to participate in the 2025 Experience Works Plus Summit, hosted by the Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board. This inspiring event gathered an energetic group of summer interns, informative...
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PIC Tech Tip: Windows 10 Support Is Ending – What You Need to Know

by | June 11, 2025 | Articles | 0 Comments

Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025. This means the system will no longer receive security updates, bug fixes, or technical support. While your computer may continue to run, it will become more vulnerable to viruses,...
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Head Start/Early Head Start of Beaver County Annual End-of-Year Event at The Lodge at Brady’s Run

by | June 2, 2025 | Articles | 0 Comments

On May 22nd, Head Start/Early Head Start of Beaver County hosted its annual End-of-Year Event at The Lodge at Brady’s Run. This special occasion celebrated our families and offered enriching educational experiences for our children. It also provided families the...
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