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

  • GENERATIONAL GAPS

    Discover how to navigate generational differences in the workplace and build stronger, more cohesive teams at this ATAP webinar

  • MANUFACTURED WAIVER

    Check-out the latest on FHWA’s Manufactured Products Waiver and upcoming Buy America requirements

  • AI IN TRANSPORTATION

    Discover how AI is transforming traffic management, safety, and operations in transportation systems

  • EQUIPMENT SAFETY

    Join Nevada LTAP for an interactive discussion on equipment & tool safety, maintenance, and best practices

  • ADVANCED CAV

    Learn how state DOTs are advancing connected & automated vehicle initiatives through insights from 39 state peers at this TRB webinar

  • AUTO MOBILITY

    Learn research-backed guidance to integrate automated transportation technologies safely and efficiently into local networks

  • FLOOD RESILIENCE

    Learn how RaInDROP and climate modeling can help agencies prepare for evolving rainfall and strengthen flood resilience

  • FLAGGER TRAINING

    Head to Blue Lake for ATSSA flagger training to learn operations, best practices, and the skillsets to earn your road flagger certification

  • RURAL TRIBAL MOBILITY

    Learn strategies to improve public transit and mobility solutions in rural and tribal communities

  • WASTESMART AI

    Explore WasteSmart AI, a live program showing how AI is improving efficiency and sustainability in solid waste operations

  • MANAGING ROADWAYS

    Join NVLTAP’s 3-part series to learn practical strategies for managing local roads and stretching every dollar further

  • BARRIER BASICS

    Explore the basics of roadside barriers, including guidance for their placement and installation, in this 2.5 hour online training

  • FACILITIES MGMT

    This APWA certificate program covers ADA compliance, grounds & preventative maintenance, and capital improvement planning

  • TRIBAL TRANSPORTATION

    Join 700+ transportation professionals at the 2026 NTICC in Arizona for tailored sessions and hands-on training

  • CLEAN ENERGY

    Deploy clean energy infrastructure at any speed & scale, without requiring upfront capital, through an Energy as a Service business model

  • TALKING POINTS

    Discover APWA's latest programs, career tools, and time-sensitive opportunities designed to advance your public works career

UPCOMING TRAINING & EVENTS