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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.

Empowering Students through Digital Literacy: Knowledge is Power

by | December 17, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

In today’s digital age, where technology plays a central role in everyday life, the need for digital literacy has never been more crucial. Students who complete digital literacy classes are equipped with vital skills that prepare them for success in an increasingly...
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PIC Participates in Childcare Symposium

by | December 11, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

On Tuesday, December 10, 2024, the Private Industry Council was honored to participate in a Childcare Symposium with the Westmoreland Fayette Workforce Investment Board and Westmoreland Fayette Healthcare Industry Partnership.  The event brought together industry...
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Seeing Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child: Rekindling the Magic of the Season

by | December 6, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

Christmas should be a time filled with fun, family, and love. The anticipation leading up to the big day takes center stage in the life of a young person; watching them with wonder as they count down the days until they are surrounded by friends and family exchanging...
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PIC Attends Douglas Education Center Open House

by | November 19, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

The Private Industry Council (PIC) was invited to attend a Douglas Education Center (DEC) Open House celebrating 25 years with Tom Savini’s Special Make-Up Effects Program on Thursday, November 14, 2024 (3:00 PM-7:00 PM). At this event, they were able to see the DEC...
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Thank you for supporting PIC on the Fayette Gives Day of Giving!

by | November 5, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

Your support of the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. on Thursday, November 7th for the Fayette Gives Day of Giving raised $5,950! As always, we thank you for your generosity in supporting our mission!
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Self-help Skills to Teach Preschool Aged Children

by | October 24, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

Like teaching any new skills, teaching self -help does require repetition, praise, and adult support. Please share this list with family and friends so we can all get back to the basics and improve the development of our preschool children: Dressing and Undressing:...
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DADS MATTER Program Gathers with Community Partners at Fayette County Community Action Open House

by | December 13, 2024 | Articles | 0 Comments

On December 6, 2024, DAD’S MATTER Project Supervisor, Tishala (Shay) Cooley, attended the Fayette County Community Action (FCCAA) Open House. The event was beautifully decorated with various Christmas-themed displays on each floor, featuring delightful hors d’oeuvres,...
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Head Start/Early Head Start of Fayette County Hosts Barnyard of Books Parent Engagement Event

by | December 5, 2024 | Articles | 0 Comments

Families enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start of Fayette County were invited to “Barnyard of Books” held at the Uniontown Mall on November 20, 2024. This literacy event’s activities were planned around the program’s school readiness goals. The theme of the...
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PIC KIDZ ZONE: Reaching for the Stars

by | December 2, 2024 | Articles | 0 Comments

The PIC KIDZ ZONE has been busy working toward reaching the stars not only with the children enrolled but with staff! Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS).    So, you may be thinking what does that mean?   This system looks at...
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