California's Local Technical Assistance Program

CALTAP helps California's local transportation agencies strengthen their workforce, improve project delivery, and stay current with evolving industry practices. Through training, technical assistance, and knowledge sharing, we connect professionals with the resources and support they need to succeed.

As part of our commitment to expanding training opportunities for local agency partners, we recently launched an On-Demand Training Catalog. This library includes 300+ self-paced virtual courses available anytime, giving you flexible access to training whenever and wherever it works best.

We're also expanding professional development opportunities through certificate programs and specialized training resources, including:

In addition, we're curating a showcase of California Innovation to share agency best practices and highlight creative solutions from across the state.

In 2026, we're expanding our Equipment Loan Program to include a Radar Speed Sign and Traffic Counter.

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NEWS & POLICY HIGHLIGHTS

  • TRAFFIC CONTROL

    FEATURED

    This 4-day course discusses foundational principles, operational requirements, and expected benefits of Adaptive Traffic Control Systems

  • DBE RESTORATION

    FEATURED

    Caltrans Office of Local Civil Compliance shares an update on the return of California's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program

  • TECHTRANSFER

    FEATURED

    UCB's TechTransfer Center is California's premier professional development & continuing education hub for transportation practitioners

  • APWA REPORTER

    In this month’s issue, relive APWA's 2026 Public Works Expo memories and explore features on operations and maintenance issues

  • TRIBAL SAFETY

    Join NCRRS for their virtual mini-conference on Tribal Transportation Safety, with this first session providing an overview of the program

  • ROVING REPORTER

    APWA explores what happens when a forgotten piece of public infrastructure gets a second life

  • GRAVEL ROAD BASICS

    Learn about the importance of gravel roads, basics of construction and materials used, maintenance methods, and the impact of drainage systems

  • SAFETY NAVIGATOR

    This free webinar offers a practical guide for local agencies on preparing stronger transportation and safety projects before a NOFO is released

  • ISLAND LIVING

    APWA discusses the challenges public works professionals face on an island, such as unpredictable weather, heavy snow, & getting vital assets shipped

  • PROGRAM FUNDING

    Is your funded program still on track? Explore a 90-day capital check that finance and public works can run together, using 5 questions to ask every active project

  • PEDESTRIAN SAFETY

    Join this webinar to learn about Caltrans' ongoing effort to systematically identify and address pedestrian safety issues statewide

  • AI MODELS

    Explore practical ways for using AI coding agents, open-source language models, & locally deployed tools without traditional programming backgrounds

  • BABM 2026 WINNERS

    This Innovation Exchange Webinar showcases the winners of the 2026, including California's own City of Santa Maria Public Works team

  • TRIBAL SAFETY

    Join NCRRS for their virtual mini-conference on Tribal Transportation Safety, with this third session discussing safety countermeasures

  • TRIBAL SAFETY

    Join NCRRS for their virtual mini-conference on Tribal Transportation Safety, with this second session on how data can proactively reduce risk on Tribal lands

  • INVASIVE SPECIES

    This webinar explores how winter road maintenance can contribute to the spread of invasive species & the impacts these species have on our ecosystems

UPCOMING TRAINING & EVENTS