Pennsylvania School of Business About Us

History

1980
The school formally known as Information Computer Systems Institute was originally formed in 1980.

The first training sessions began in the early 80's through contracts with Lehigh Valley Manpower Program for the training of students under the Comprehensive Employment Act (CETA). Evening courses were also developed to train small businesses in computer operations and computer programming.

December, 1981
The School received its state license from the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Business Schools. At that time, evening courses were opened to the general public. The first daytime career program was offered to the general public in April,1982

January, 1984
Information Computer Systems Institute received its accreditation from the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).

Since then, the School has enhanced its original training program by expanding into computer network training (IT), developing new career programs in the areas of MCSE ands A+ Certification.

2005
ICSI expanded its curriculum once again, and is now known as Pennsylvania School of Business (PSB), offering specialized career education in Information Technology, Business Administration, Office Administration, Medical Information Technology. Career programs and individual courses are available both day and evening.


406 W. Hamilton St. Allentown, PA 18101 - 610.841.3333

Accreditation

Pennsylvania School of Business is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).
The U.S. Office of Education lists the ACCSCT as a nationally reorganized accrediting agency under the provisions of Chapter 33, Title 38, U.S. Code, and subsequent legislation.

Licensing

Pennsylvania School of Business is licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Private licensed Schools.

Approvals

Approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to Grant the Associate in Specialized Business Degree.
Approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in Federal Title IV Programs.

Approved for the training of veterans and dependents as defined by the Veterans Administration.

Approved by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Bureau of Employment Security, Department of Labor and Industry, for the training of students under the Work Force Investment Act.

Approved by the State Board of Vocational Rehabilitation.

Objectives

1. To provide the basic education needed to secure responsible positions in the technology, business, and medical fields.

2. To supply the most modern programs and equipment possible to provide students with proper classroom instruction and hands-on training.

3. To provide additional training for employees so that they may upgrade their current positions.

4. To maintain our facility in first-class condition.

5. To maintain an outstanding reputation of leadership in education within the community and with the industry in the area.

6. To maintain a close relationship with the business community to assure a steady source of placement opportunities for our graduates.

7. To develop programs of continuing
education for our graduates and other members of the community

8. To maintain our facility in first-class condition.