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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.

Servicing English Language Learners within Beaver County Head Start / Part One

by | September 4, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

Over the past 3 years, Beaver County Head Start has experienced an increase in the number of ELL families enrolling into the program. Throughout our program there are several sites that have English Language Learners enrolled. These sites are located on the Eastern...
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Beaver County Head Start/Early Head Start Plants Community Garden

by | August 14, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

The Head Start/Early Head Start of Beaver County was fortunate to be contacted by AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania to offer a donation to support a small community garden. AmeriHealth Carita is a Medicaid managed care organization which began in 1983 in a West...
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The State of Instructional Technology in 2024

by | August 12, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

The technology scene for educators has morphed extensively over the past decade, leading to changes in educational approaches and new innovations in teaching. From a teachers' perspective, up to the events of 2020 and the subsequent lockdowns, there had been two...
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PIC names Nancy Austin VP of Business Relations

by | August 7, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

HEMPFIELD TWP. – The Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette Inc., a nonprofit organization that operates employment, education and training programs, recently welcomed Nancy Austin as the vice president of business relations. Austin was previously director...
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Today’s Employers: Outlook for Hiring New Employees

by | July 18, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

Today's employers are increasingly focused on finding employees who possess a blend of technical and soft skills. In a rapidly evolving job market driven by technology and globalization, companies seek individuals who can adapt quickly to new technologies and...
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5th Annual Drone Showcase held at the Private Industry Council in Greensburg, PA

by | July 2, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

The Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. (PIC) hosted its 5th Annual Drone Showcase at its main office at 219 Donohoe Road, Greensburg, PA, on June 26th. 18 of 25 participants from this year’s program were able to demonstrate their skills that were...
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PA CareerLink® Awareness Days: Happening September 4th & 5th from 10:00AM – 1:00PM

by | August 27, 2024 | Articles | 0 Comments

PA CareerLink® is excited to announce its upcoming PA CareerLink® Awareness Days, a series of events designed to connect job seekers with employers and provide crucial community services. Each event will offer a wealth of opportunities and resources, tailored to meet...
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Holistic Approach to School Attendance

by | August 12, 2024 | Articles | 0 Comments

Parents and families are essential partners in promoting good attendance because they, ultimately, have the bottom-line responsibility for making sure their children get to school every day. When children are young, they are especially dependent upon adults or older...
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Please Support PIC in the #ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert on Aug. 6, 2024

by | July 25, 2024 | Articles | 0 Comments

#ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert is on Aug. 6, 2024. This online giving event raises funds for nonprofit organizations in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties providing basic needs services to our region. Visit PittsburghGives.org to search a database of participating...
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