Bench Press Competition…Do you have what it takes?
Are you the strongest in your weight class? Come and find out at PCI’s 7th Bench Press Competition, taking place at our Northland campus.
On Saturday, April 17th, 2010 the event will be held at PCI’s fitness center located at:
11500 N.W. Ambassador Drive, Suite 221
Kansas City, MO 64153
Registration/weigh in will begin at 9:00 a.m. with the competition proceeding at 10:00 a.m. This is a free competition open to all amateur competitors. Come join the fun competitive environment and see if you have what it takes to be on top! Medals will be awarded to the winners of each weight class. Rules will be provided.
To pre-register or if you have any questions, call us at 816-270-5300.
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Is building a career in wind energy a smart move, or just based on a lot of hype? If this is something you wonder about, you’re not alone. You could probably build a strong case against wind power in years past, as it only provided the country with a fraction of its energy needs. But things have changed quite a bit since the days the first turbines were set spinning. Both private industry and state and federal governments are aligning their interests in wind power and other renewable energies. Things are happening at a swift pace, especially in the plains of the Midwest.
Independent research studies make a strong case for entering this quickly expanding industry. If current hiring and manufacturing trends continue for wind turbine technicians, the program for our nation’s renewable energy could be the next large-scale infrastructure boost.
Current facts about the wind power industry
Private and public utility wind turbine farms now operate in 34 states across the U.S.**
Nearly 40 new wind turbine projects are being proposed and funded in Kansas alone, right now.*
Top states for wind power generation in America are, in order, Texas, Iowa, California and Kansas.***
Wind industry related jobs jumped to 85,000 in 2008, a 70% increase from the previous year, according to a report released in late 2009 from the American Wind Energy Association.
More than 600 jobs are purported to be available within the next 3 years in the Kansas wind power industry.****
Over 35 wind technology companies of various sizes operate within Kansas, including the state’s largest power provider, Westar Energy, which serves more than 650,000 customers. Its three wind power plants generate nearly 300 megawatt hours to rural Kansas communities.*
Wind industry employment in the Midwest and Southwest regions includes 13,000 manufacturing and maintenance jobs, and continues to grow each month.^
Wind accounted for 42% of all new electricity generation infrastructure installed last year in the U.S.^
A recent report by the U.S. Department of Energy suggests that wind power will contribute 20% of the nation’s electricity by 2030. That’s a vast and rapid 18% expansion in the industry within only 20 years.
Why it’s a good idea to train for wind power now
With the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, President Obama has promised to spend $150 billion over the next 10 years to create nearly 5 million new green-collar jobs. For anyone who has the training, this was the wake up for laying the foundation for a clean energy economy that will create a new generation of jobs.
So the question about training for wind energy isn’t “why?” but “where?”
A good place to look for new wind energy training will be at accredited career colleges near you. There are even unique partnerships between accredited career colleges and state technical schools, such as the Wind Turbine Technician program available at Pinnacle Career Institute. PCI has created this program under the guidance of Texas State Technical College, who are considered wind energy education leaders.
Act now
The state and federal plans and funding have already been set in motion. All you really have to do is make the move to capitalize on the expansion of this new industry. The best thing about training at community colleges and career colleges is that they both offer affordable training programs that give you practical field experience that you’ll be able to use the first day on the job.
*www.WestarEnergy.com , 2010
** http://www.awea.org/ , statistical report 2009
***www.KansasEnergy.org , quarter 4 summary report 2009
**** www.Kansas.com , The Wichita Eagle, Dec. 2009
^ Fortune magazine, Dec. 2009
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On Thursday February 25, 2010, Pinnacle Career Institute’s North Kansas City Campus will be hosting a health screening in conjunction with the Go Red for Women Movement. The event will be held at PCI’s North location conveniently located by Kansas City Airport at 11500 NW Ambassador Suite 221, Kansas City, MO 64153.
Heart Disease is the Number 1 killer of women in America. Wear Red and join women and men across the nation who are wearing red and speaking up to save women’s lives.
In support of Go Red Month, Pinnacle Career Institute is hosting a FREE Health Fair on Thursday February 25, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This event is Free and open to the general public.
We will have students on hand doing:
Glucose Screenings
Blood Pressure Screenings
Eye Exams
3 Minute Step Tests
Height / Weight
BMI Calculations
Nutritional Consultations
If you have any questions please Call Maggie Franz at 816-270-5300 or email at mfranz@pcitraining.edu.
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February was a great month for Lawrence! Jeremy Cooper, Executive Director, and the Business Communications class visited city hall to have the mayor proclaim February National Career and Technical Education Month for Lawrence, KS! Great job!
Here are some events happening soon:
2/18 Class Attendance Award Delivered
2/18 Orientation 5:30pm
2/19 Orientation 12:30pm
2/22 New Class Start!
2/25 Nacho Day - Celebrate National Tortilla Day with us during lunch!
3/1 March is National Nutrition Month
3/4 Nutrition Awareness Day - Stop by to try some healthy foods and pick up a brochure on improving your diet.
3/11 New Student Luncheon
3/12 GRADUATION!
3/18 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
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Personal training is a great career that combines working out with helping people reach exercise-related goals. Personal trainers assist clients who suffer from pain or injury with specialized workout plans. Fitness professionals can also help clients with motivation and diet programs to supplement the clients’ workout routines.
Gyms and private training sessions are no longer being considered “extras.” People want to get in shape and stay healthy, and personal trainers can help them achieve their weight loss goals and so much more.
As more research and evidence comes to light about the benefits of working out and staying healthy, personal trainers can count on job stability. In 2006, personal trainers held 235,000 jobs* nationwide, and that number will only increase – by 27%* through 2016.
Personal trainers can be employed at gyms or resorts or consult their clients at home or their own gyms. Earning potential will vary, but in May 2006, personal trainers made an annual median salary of $25,910.*
There are many different responsibilities as a personal trainer. Depending on location, personal trainers can plan their day to consist of teaching classes or working one-on-one with clients.
Are you looking for personal training programs in Kansas or Missouri? Pinnacle Career Institute offers comprehensive Personal Trainer courses. Learn more today!
*According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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What’s Happening at the Lawrence Campus:
August 13th, 2009: Open House from 5-7 p.m. featuring a guest speaker, as well as tours of the school! Program Coordinators and Admissions Representatives will be available for any questions! Come find a great new career!!
August 20th, 2009: Class Attendance Award!! This award is given to the class that had the best overall attendance for the month. They win a catered lunch of their choice!!
September 1st and 29th: We will be celebrating National Better Breakfast Month! During this time we will be holding breakfast buffets for our students to enjoy right before class!! The importance of breakfast: better academic performance, better psychosocial behavior, less likely to indulge throughout the day, and gives the body the energy it needs to start the day! Come Hungry!!
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The South Kansas City Campus is pleased to announce some upcoming events!
August 17, 2009: Student Academy Awards
August 18, 2009: State Representative Will Kraus will be visiting the campus.
August 10, 2009: Fall Orientation for the 8/24 Class Start!!
August 24, 2009: Fall Classes Start!!! Enroll Today!!!
September 25, 2009:Fist Annual PCI Golf Tournament!! Held at the Heart of America Golf Course. Tee time is 12 (Noon)
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Here at PCI we are proud to say that ALL of our campuses are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our students!
Over the past few months we have received a number of student testimonials ranging from each campus and each program, as well as a number of opportunities to extend our commitment to education through the media!
Below you will find a copy of some of these testimonials, as well as several links to view the great things happening here at Pinnacle Career Institute!
From the Personal Training Department at the South Kansas City Campus:
“Being given the opportunity to train/coach the North East high school football players has been a dream come true. Since the last day of my senior football season I’ve wanted to be involved with a high school program in some fashion. It wasn’t until half way through my time at PCI that I realized I could combine my love for training and football. The experience I’ve had meeting these kids and the great coaches at NE has fueled that fire to teach boys to become men, not just football players but good people that their family and themselves can be proud of. This season I’m staying on with the team as the line coach/strength coach. I can’t say enough about Coach Anders and the rest of the coaching staff they’ve truly made me feel welcome, they’ve shown me that there is more to life than money and fame, giving back to other people is much more rewarding than I could have ever imagined. I may come back next season to work with the Vikings again but for now I will enjoy the time spent with the team and try to soak up as much of the knowledge as I can so that one day I can pass along what I’ve learned from these men. Come January I will resume my education and pursue a bachelors degree related to sports training, thanks to PCI and the North East Vikings I finally know what I want to do and how to do it.” -Don Day
From a student in her first week of class at the South Kansas City Campus:
“WOW! School is great! I honestly can say I have never enjoyed school this much. 
I enjoy the people in my class and am kind of excited for the test tomorrow! Well I will keep you updated.” -Shawna
An excerpt from a letter written by a student to a teacher at the Lawrence Campus:
”You have become one of the biggest influences in my life. You have taught me that it’s ok to let your guard down and not to be so much like an M&M….remember that conversation? I also realized that I wasn’t the only one that did that and for once my life didn’t feel so alone. You made an impact on me more than you will ever know. You gave me wings….to actually have confidence in myself and what I was doing. You supported me even when times were hard. You told me the truth even when I maybe didn’t want to hear it. You taught me that dishing it out also means taking it as well. You have opened the door to the rest of my life! You have taught me everything I know. Because of you, I can move on and be the person I have wanted to be for so many years!”
This link is from FOX 4 News at Harrah’s Casino where our Career Services Department was interviewed about the career fair and about PCI:
http://www.fox4kc.com/videobeta/watch/?watch=19e60b88-e054-407b-b81c-73f3fdf
This link is in reference to our Lawrence Campus who was interviewed about certificate programs by The Mirror in Tonganoxie, KS:
http://www.tonganoxiemirror.com/news/2009/jul/15/career-certificate-programs-abundant-area/
It’s good to be a Pinnacle Panther!!!
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We just got finished with our student referral drive – Let’s Make a Deal! The event was successful and we had a number of students who received gift bags for referring friends!
July 2nd- Online potluck to celebrate the 4th of July! Everyone Come Hungry!!
Coming Soon- Details on the PCI Online Royals Night! Way-to-go Team!
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Upcoming Events!
June 2nd, 2009 by Kansas City South
Camp 38
July 10th 9am - 12pm
PT Seminar
July 18th 9am -12pm
NEW CLASSES STARTING ON JUNE 29TH!! SIGN UP TODAY!!
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