According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the fastest growing occupation from 2016 to 2026 is solar photovoltaic installers, followed closely by wind turbine technicians. As energy consumption continues to increase year over year, alternative energy sources are becoming ever more essential to fill demand. Municipalities, businesses and power companies across the nation…(Read More)
Before teaching Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) at Penn Commercial, Wesley Briant spent 24 years in the drafting industry running his own business, designing for clients in the residential sector. But working by himself – while he loved the work he did – it provided little interaction with others. So after more than two…(Read More)
Hear from HVAC-R Training Program graduate, Deni Jackson, as she shares her experiences at Penn Commercial. Students in the HVAC-R program benefit from a thorough, hands-on learning experience in which they are able to train using the kind of technology, tools and resources they are likely to find when they are employed…(Read More)
Penn Commercial’s 2019 Annual Weld-Off Competition has begun! This is open to Juniors and Seniors in a welding program at your high school. The competition will consist of a welding test on AWS D1.1 joints on 1/2” plate in the vertical up position using either 3/32 or 1/8 E7018…(Read More)
Hear from Commercial Driver License (CDL) Program graduate, Charlene Griedel, as she shares her experiences at Penn Commercial. Our knowledgeable instructors foster a learning environment dedicated to making sure students have access to the skills required to be successful in the trucking industry. In Penn Commercial’s comprehensive CDL program, students will learn through…(Read More)
Supervisor and Director of Cosmetology at Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy in Washington, PA, Mackenzie Miller, talks about what makes their programs stand out from the rest. Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy works to put a spotlight on the student to ensure every step of their education generates the kind of excitement and passion…(Read More)
Hear from Business, CADD, Medical, and HVAC lead instructors as they explain the Penn Commercial difference. Whether you’re just graduating from high school, changing your career, or looking to change your life, Penn Commercial can help you set a clear career path. To learn more visit us at https://penncommercial.edu…(Read More)
Hear from Medical Assisting Lead Instructor, Natalie McAnallen, as she shares her experiences at Penn Commercial as a student and faculty. Working as a medical assistant is an important role to the health care team, and is an experience like no other. In today’s health care workforce, medical assistants are becoming increasingly relied upon…(Read More)
Explore our new Lennox Sponsored HVAC-R lab with a tour by HVAC Instructor, Don McGary! Penn Commercial Business/Technical School has nearly 90 years of experience preparing students in Washington County for meaningful skilled trade careers. Students in the HVAC-R Training program benefit from a thorough, hands-on learning experience in which they…(Read More)
Chris Ramos graduated from Penn Commercial Business/Technical School’s HVAC-R Training program in 2018. When transitioning from military to civilian life, Chris found challenges, but also opportunities to use his skills obtained in the military in his HVAC-R training. Students in Penn Commercial’s HVAC-R program benefit from a thorough, hands…(Read More)