Student Services

PMI can help you prepare for a variety of occupations in the manufacturing sector. Whether your interest is in welding, CNC programming and machining, robotics or industrial maintenance, PMI’s programs teach students the fundamental skills necessary to start a rewarding career in industry.

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PMI is committed to servicing the educational needs of the manufacturing industry in the western Pennsylvania region. Through PMI's "open door" admission policy, acceptance into training programs is open to anyone who meets the entrance assessment requirements as described below. Transferability of course work is solely at the discretion of the receiving institution. PMI is an equal opportunity training institution and does not discriminate in its admissions policy on the basis of age, sex, genetics, handicap, race, religion, creed, national origin, veteran status, or political affiliation.

Admissions

Acceptance into PMI is based on the completion of the following:

1. A personal admissions interview.
A PMI representative will meet with the prospective student. During the interview, training opportunities, occupational plans and financial obligations will be discussed. A tour of the PMI facility will be given and students will have the opportunity to meet PMI administrators and instructors. The purpose of the admissions interview is to familiarize the prospective student with PMI's programs and personnel.

2. The entrance assessment.
To ensure the applicants have the entry-level skills needed for the program(s), every program applicant is required to complete an entrance assessment battery. Applicants will complete the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam (SLE) and the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test (WBST).

3. Proof of high school graduation or the equivalent (i.e. copy of high school diploma or official transcript).
All students are required to provide documentation of high school graduation/GED. PMI will accept a copy of the student’s diploma or an official transcript from the student’s high school. If necessary, PMI will assist students in acquiring transcripts with the completion of PMI’s Request for Transcript form. Any fee charged by the high school for acquisition of transcript(s) will be the responsibility of the applicant.

4. Enrollment Agreement/Contractual Agreement
A student enrollment agreement summarizing the student’s rights and responsibilities must be completed and signed prior to entry into the program. The enrollment agreement is not binding until accepted in writing by the School.

5. Payment Plan
All students who do not pay in full prior to the start of classes must develop a payment plan to be approved by PMI’s Financial Department. The payment plan will detail the student’s financial obligation and will serve as a plan for the repayment of all fees incurred by the student at PMI.

6. Competency Testing (*Not applicable to all students)
Precision Manufacturing Institute offers students with prior training or work experience the opportunity to "test out" of certain classes/courses within their program. This competency testing is given to students who feel that their previous work history or educational/experience has provided them with the skills taught by a specific course at PMI. All requests for competency testing must be processed prior to the student's first day of class.

Competency tests are administered with a time limit and overseen by an employee of PMI. If a student earns a score of 75% or higher on the exam, they will not be required to take the course as part of his or her program.

Financial Aid

Students who enroll at PMI may be eligible to participate in a variety of financial aid programs. PMI will work with each student to determine their eligibility for a variety of programs, which may include one or more of the following:

  • Federal PELL Grants
  • William D. Ford Direct Loan Program
  • Federal Family Education Loan Program (Stafford Loans)
  • Federal PLUS Loans
  • Funding through the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Trade Adjustment Act
  • Workforce Investment Act
  • Funding programs for U.S. Veterans
  • Other private scholarships

Federal Student Aid

Students enrolling in eligible diploma programs at PMI may apply for financial aid through federally-funded Title IV programs, including Pell Grants and the Federal Family Education Loan Program. Students who wish to apply for Federal Student Aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA). If students will be completing the FASFA on-line, they will need to request a Personal Identification Number (PIN) before beginning the application process. Links to the PIN & FASFA website, as well as other helpful financial aid links, can be found below.

For more information or assistance with financial aid, contact the Director of Grants & Financial Aid at (814) 333-2415.

Student Placement Assistance

It is not possible for Precision Manufacturing Institute to guarantee employment. However, PMI will help all students prepare for success after graduation. All students will participate in career planning activities including job search planning, resume development, and mock interview sessions. PMI maintains a bulletin board with posted job opportunities for all students and graduates.

Advanced Placement

Students who have completed technical coursework as part of their high school education may be eligible to transfer credits towards a diploma program at PMI by taking advantage of the numerous articulation agreements that PMI has established with secondary institutions throughout the area. Students who attended the schools listed below may qualify to transfer up to 15 credits of coursework to a PMI program of study.

High Schools:

  • Central High School (Erie)
  • General McLane High School
  • Greenville High School
  • Hickory High School
  • Sharpsville High School
  • Titusville High School
  • Ridgway High School

Vocational-Technical Schools and Career Centers:

  • Clarion County Career Center
  • Corry Area Career and Technical Center
  • Crawford County Career and Technical Center
  • Erie County Technical School
  • Mahoning County Career & Technical Center
  • Mercer County Career Center
  • Venango County Career Center
  • Warren County Career Center

PMI students who are interested in pursuing a college degree may take advantage of the articulation agreements established between PMI and other institutions of higher education. PMI has established agreements that will allow students to transfer up to 30 credits of PMI coursework towards an Associate or Bachelor’s degree from one of the schools listed below:

Institutions of Higher Education:

  • Butler County Community College
  • California University of PA
  • Clarion University of PA-Venango Campus
  • Edinboro University of PA
  • Kent State University

For more information on articulating credits, contact PMI at (814) 333-2415.

Student Referral Program

PMI recognizes that one of the most valuable forms of advertising comes from current and former students who were satisfied with their training and are willing to recommend it to their friends and family. PMI wishes to acknowledge the value of student recommendations be giving gift cards to current or past students who refer new students to PMI.

Any present or past student who refers someone to PMI for program training will be eligible to receive a $100 gift card from PMI. Before the gift card is issued, the following conditions must be met:

  • The referring student must have satisfied all financial obligations to PMI.
  • The referred student must meet all PMI enrollment eligibility requirements, successfully complete a PMI diploma program, and satisfy all financial obligations with PMI.

For more information on the Student Referral Program, contact the Student Services Coordinator at (814)333-2415.

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Manufacturers are always searching for individuals with the right knowledge, skills and abilities. Jump start your career in manufacturing with an education from PMI. Take a tour of PMI to learn more about our unique training facility or apply now and start the admissions process today.