Fall officially started on September 22, which means that the cold winter months are right around the corner. This year winter solstice will begin on December 21st and with that in mind, we should start thinking about winter safety now. As the cold weather approaches...
Transportation is a vital part of the Head Start Program in our area. We service 8 different centers all over Fayette County. We utilize regular school buses that undergo the same state inspections as all the others on the road. The Head Start buses are equipped with...
We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on Maegan Kelly, a dedicated Youth Specialist with the Private Industry Council (PIC) ReEntry Program, who has made remarkable strides since joining our team in 2020. Her unwavering commitment to supporting our youth has recently...
The Private Industry Council (PIC) is thrilled to announce its participation in this year's October 2024 Scarecrow Contest, sponsored by Greensburg Business & Professional Association. This year's SUPER scarecrow was crafted by the talented duo Krystal Noble...
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Head Start / Early Head Start FAQs The Private Industry Council discusses frequently asked questions for Head Start and Early Head Start students. Private Industry Council operates the Head Start / Early Head Start program for Beaver and Fayette Counties in the...
The Private Industry Council’s Veterans Programs are well underway. We had our first set of BPI (Building Analyst Program) Veterans successfully complete their program. They are well on their way to better jobs, better salaries and job security. In this particular program, all Veterans enrolled successfully passed their exam and some have gone on to extend their knowledge in a HVAC Program at Fayette CTI.
Opportunities with the AgVets Grant:
Day classes Monday – Thursday- 8:30 – 4:30 Starting December 12th for 7 weeks
Evening and Weekend Classes: Tuesday – Thursday 6:00pm – 10:00pm and Saturday 7:30am – 5:00pm starting on January 30th, 2023 for 10 weeks
Locations: Choose between two locations: Monessen and Connellsville
Day Classes Monday – Thursday 8:30 – 12:30 and 1:00 – 4:30. Starting December 12th for 5 weeks
In addition to the classes there is an On The Job Training (OJT) 40 hours at 12.00 dollars an hour at a local butcher.
PIC Veterans Employment Program Grant:
Day classes Monday – Thursday- 8:30 – 4:30
Starts on December 12th for 7 weeks.
Evening and Weekend: Tuesday – Thursday- 6:00pm – 10:00pm and Saturday 7:30am – 5:00pm
Starts on January 17th for 10 weeks.
Locations: Choose between two locations: Monessen or Connellsville
10 weeks
Day Classes @ Penn State- 8:00 – 4:30- February 27th and 28th, 2023
Lab Classes @ BPI 8:00 – 4:30 March 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 2023- 1-week course with certification.
The participants must pass a Multiple-Choice Test and a Field Test.
In addition to the classes listed above, participants are required to take part in the PA CareerLink® Fayette County. These grants are for Veterans of Fayette County. For more information, contact Lori Soberdash @ 724-434-5627 or 412-554-2503.
724-836-2600