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

  • LABOR COMPLIANCE

    FEATURED

    Join Instructor Adam Whitcomb & Caltrans Labor Compliance HQ for this 2-day online course on the basics of labor compliance for local agencies

  • PWX RADIO

    This latest episode discusses the path to leadership, career development, and the unique experience of being a woman in public works

  • SAFETY SUMMIT

    The Summit brings together safety leaders, public health professionals, police, and other traffic safety partners to build on the movement for safer roads

  • ASPHALT MIXTURES

    Learn how Balanced Mix Design brings aggregates, binders, and volumetrics together into one performance-driven approach to mix design

  • FLAGGER TRAINING

    This ATTSA flagger workshop in Reno, NV, covers proper operations, skillsets, standard control references, and best practices for various situations

  • ROAD SAFETY 365

    Explore how construction, maintenance, and other activities can impact roadway safety and receive practical guidance for improving road safety

  • TRAFFIC DATA

    Explore approaches for validating & using traditional count data and third-party datasets to better understand traffic patterns

  • BASIC SUPERVISION

    This in-person workshop is the first of four modules in APWA's 90-hour program of instruction in Supervision & Management in Public Works

  • FLAGGER TRAINING

    This ATTSA flagger workshop in Blue Lake, CA, covers proper operations, skillsets, standard control references, and best practices for various situations

  • SAFE ROUTES

    The Safe Routes to School National Conference brings all those dedicated to making walking and bicycling to school safe, convenient, & fun for all children

  • EV CHARGING

    Join this lunch 'n learn on the design, construction, and operation of EV charging stations and hear lessons from the EV Blueprint project in Sacramento

  • POTHOLE REPAIRS

    This online pothole repair training compares partial and full-depth repair techniques along with the materials used to implement them

  • LMFP REBATES

    Last Mile Freight Program Battery-Electric Rebates provide $49M for fleet owners & operators to convert or replace their diesel-powered trucks

  • PROTECT GRANTS

    The PROTECT grant program seeks to make our surface transportation more resilient to natural hazards, including sea level rise, flooding, & extreme weather events

  • PESTICIDE TRAINING

    This 2-day training in Elko, NV, prepares participants to become a professional pest control applicator and pass the license examination

  • ASSET MANAGEMENT

    Learn how how organizations are linking asset-related performance targets and state of good repair goals to funding decisions

UPCOMING TRAINING & EVENTS