California's Local Technical Assistance Program

To become your one-stop shop for training and support, our team is building a comprehensive catalog of local agency training that covers everything from staff professional development to hands-on technical/engineering courses to regulatory and contract compliance. From this one catalog (and accompanying calendar), you’re able to register for courses offered in-person, onsite, and online across multiple providers.

We’re also bringing a new focus to California innovation by sharing on-the-job ingenuity and best practices captured from agencies across the state. Solutions to help get your job done easier and more efficiently.

And to make sure you stay informed, we’re also rolling out:

We’ll be unlocking new features and capabilities over the next couple of weeks, so consider subscribing to stay up on the latest developments. And if you have a request or feature you’d like to see, let us know!

NEWS & POLICY HIGHLIGHTS

  • CURED CONCRETE

    Learn how New Jersey DOT successfully uses internally cured high performance concrete for its bridge decks and infrastructure projects

  • NEW IDEAS CHALLENGE

    USDOT is awarding a total of $1 million for innovative concepts that will improve safety, lower costs, and improve US transportation infrastructure

  • ROAD SAFETY AUDITS

    Become an IRF Road Safety Audit Professional and earn 20 PDHs by taking this 8-day online training presented by world-class specialists

  • SAFE SYSTEM TRAINING

    ITE's certificate training for transportation professionals provides an in-depth understanding of the Safe System Approach and its application

  • FLEET MANAGEMENT

    APWA's Fleet Management Certificate online training provides an overview of the many skills and areas of knowledge fleet managers need to be successful

  • TRAFFIC NAVIGATOR

    Read the summer 2025 edition of the Traffic Safety Navigator to learn about the progress of California's Strategic Highway Safety Plan

  • RESEARCH ROUNDUP

    NCHRP's latest rollout offers an in-depth look at Snapshots for Transportation Planning, Applying a Safe Systems Approach, and Traffic Capacity LOS

  • BRIDGE BEARING R&R

    Join NCPP for a strategic overview of bridge bearing operations, focusing on their critical role in ensuring long-term structural integrity and performance

  • CAM GUIDELINES

    CDFW's New Opportunities for Advance Mitigation: CAM webinar is now available for public viewing. Access the presentation and CAM guidelines here!

  • ROAD SAFETY CULTURE

    It's not too late to join the Road Safety Champion Program. Start by taking this free "Intro to Traffic Safety Culture" online training from the team at NCRRS!

  • LOCAL ASSISTANCE DAY

    Catch-up on the latest state and federal funding programs and policies by watching the August 2025 Local Assistance Day webinar recording

  • SAFE SYSTEM TOOLKIT

    SafeTREC has updated its "Implementing the Safe System Approach" toolkit with new strategies and easier keyword-based navigation

  • PAVEMENT GRANTS

    CalRecycle's Rubberized Pavement Grant Program offers funding opportunities for projects that promote responsible recycling of waste tires

  • PORT GRANTS

    Apply now for the Port Infrastructure Development Program to receive funding for projects that increase port safety, efficiency, & reliability

  • CALTAP AT PWX 2025

    Join Director Tom O'Brien at PWX Chicago to discuss the value of practical training and how it can offer an alternative to traditional college career pathways

  • PUBLIC FEEDBACK

    There's still time to submit your comments and ideas to help steer the development of the nation's next surface transportation reauthorization bill

UPCOMING TRAINING & EVENTS