Introduction to Active Transportation Planning and Design

This course is intended to introduce active transportation planning and design concepts to planners, engineers, public health practitioners, community-based organizations, and other champions with no or limited experience with the topic.

Through the course, you will explore the tools used to assess and evaluate the suitability of transportation infrastructure for use by all types of bicyclists and pedestrians, learn about California’s commitment to support all modes of transportation, and receive an overview of basic pedestrian and bicycle planning and design standards, guidance, and tools.

In-Person

September 24, 2026

Location: Scripps Mercy Hospital, San Diego

Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

October 1, 2026

Location: Caltrans Headquarters, 1120 N Street, Sacramento

Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

5.5 AICP CM Credits are available for completing this course.

Training flyer with a picture of two cyclist riding through an intersection in front of a tram and cars.

Past Sessions

October 21, 2025 – UC Davis Institute of Transportation Studies

December 3, 2025 – Health Administration Building, Riverside

January 28, 2026 – Kern Council of Governments, Bakersfield

February 26, 2026 – Caltrans District 4, Oakland

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Online

An online, self-paced version of the course is available here.