Our mission is to consistently provide customer oriented, cost effective, high quality workforce development and other services to enhance economic vitality and to meet the needs of organizations, youth and adults. Our partnership with companies in the private sector provides a vital link between the employer and potential and future employees. The challenges of doing business in the twenty-first century make PICCC's role more crucial as companies in the region strive to recruit and retain a competitive workforce. As the business climate changes PICCC adjusts its strategies to be a valuable resource that enhances the economic vitality of the region.Our services result in increased employment and earnings, increased educational and occupational skills, and a decreased need for government services, which will, in turn, improve the quality of the workforce and enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the region, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the nation.